Staff Nurse

3 weeks ago

Birkenhead Merseyside, United Kingdom Wirral University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust Full time

We are looking for exceptional nurses to join our team on Ward 26 for a fixed term 12 month contract to cover maternity leave.

We welcome applications from Nurses who are experienced, newly qualified or due to qualify.

We are a 33-bed medical ward caring for acutely ill adults, we specialise in diabetic and endocrinology.

If you are a passionate, motivated, innovative, dynamic and driven nurse, who is committed to providing high-quality nursing care within a multidisciplinary team and wish to develop your skills and competence within medicine, we want you to join our team.

Main duties of the job

We provide 24 hour care and the successful candidate would be expected to work shifts on an internal rotation basis.

You will be required to deliver quality care in line with the Trust care values, commitment, dedication and enthusiasm for the role.

In return, we offer opportunities for our nurses to develop in all aspects of their practice through internal and external training, for care standards to be maintained and evidence based practices to be delivered.

About us

All new colleagues can expect to receive a warm and friendly Wirral welcome from the very first time they make contact with us. We are described as competent and caring staff by our patients.

Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is situated on The Wirral peninsula which has a stunning coastline and beautiful countryside surroundings, with great activities for its residents.

We are one of the largest and busiest acute Trusts in the North West of England, comprising of the Wirral's only Emergency Department. We provide a high quality range of acute care services and employ over 6,000 staff, who serve a population of approximately 400,000 people across Wirral, Ellesmere Port, Neston, North Wales and the wider North West footprint.

We have approximately 855 beds trust-wide and our financial turnover is in excess of 337m.

The Wirral is easily accessible with excellent transport links including motorway, train, bus or ferry and within easy reach to the major cities of Liverpool, Chester and Manchester as well as neighbouring North Wales.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached Job Description for further information about the Staff Nurse position available at WUTH.

If successful in this role, there is a requirement for you to have an enhanced DBS. This will be paid for by the Trust and then deducted from your salary over a period of 3 months.

Person Specification

Qualifications, Specific Experience & Training

Essential


  • 1st Level NMC Registration
  • Evidence of Professional Development
  • Suitable for newly qualified or experienced staff nurse
  • Experience of maintaining accurate records
  • Relevant clinical knowledge and experience

Desirable


  • Act as a practice supervisor
  • Willing to undertake NMC Assessor and mentorship
  • Relevant Degree or willing to register to work towards degree
  • Relevant or willingness to undertake relevant module/course
  • NHS Experience
  • Awareness of Health Policies and the changing NHS environment

Knowledge and Skills

Essential


  • Awareness of evidence based practice
  • Good organisational/time management skills
  • Ability to deal with an acute workload
  • Good communication skills written and verbal
  • Ability to recognise the importance of team work
  • Competent in organising/prioritising own workload and that of others
  • Ability to communicate confidently and effectively at all levels
  • Ability to problem solve
  • Interpersonal Skills: Excellent communicator (verbal and written)
  • Able to deal with conflict
  • Able to support and advise the team
  • Act as a positive role model

Desirable


  • Teaching Experience: Student nurse assessor
  • Evidence of ability to act as a preceptor/mentor to new staff
  • Evidence of involvement in producing teaching strategies/packages
  • Managerial/Clinical Skills: Relevant clinical knowledge/experience of the specialty
  • Evidence of an initiative which has changed or enhanced clinical practice
  • Competent in organizing own workload and that of others
  • Good problem solving abilities
  • Good time management
  • Awareness of Health Policies and the changing NHS environment

Personal Attributes

Essential


  • Self-motivated
  • Enthusiastic
  • Self-Confident
  • Ability to be sensitive and empathic
  • Recognises own development needs and able to set personal objectives
  • Has identified methods of dealing effectively under pressure
  • Embrace the Core Values: Communicate formally on first contact
  • Deal with everyone in a polite, friendly and welcoming manner
  • Ensure all communications are open, honest and accurate
  • Value people's time and protect it as much as possible
  • Make an environment friendly and safe for all
  • Listen to what people say and take appropriate action
  • Supporting safe patient care
  • Good patient experience and communication
  • Maintain own competence

Desirable


  • Act as a positive role model
  • Ability to deal with conflict

Employer details

Employer name

Wirral University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Arrowe Park Hospital

Upton Road

Wirral

CH49 5PE

Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.

408-24-459#J-18808-Ljbffr

  • Senior Staff Nurse

    2 weeks ago

    Birkenhead, Merseyside, United Kingdom Wirral Community Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Community Staff Nurse We are looking to recruit a Community Staff Nurse to fill a number of fixed term contracts at various sites, on various hours and for various lengths. ~Whilst community experience would be an advantage we are keen to recruit those who have relevant transferable skills who are enthusiastic to develop their career in the community...

  • Community Staff Nurse

    1 week ago

    Birkenhead, Merseyside, United Kingdom Wirral Community Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Community Staff Nurse We are looking to recruit a Community Staff Nurse to fill a number of fixed term contracts at various sites, on various hours and for various lengths. 37.5 hours until July 24 and Feb 25 22.5 hours until Mar 25, Apr 25 and July 25 18.75 hours until Aug 24, Dec 24 and Jan 25 13.5 hours until Mar 25 Main duties of the job ...

  • Staff Nurse

    1 week ago

    Birkenhead, Merseyside, United Kingdom Wirral University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust Full time

    An exciting opportunity has arisen for a 30hours contract RGN to come and join our team on the Older Persons Assessment Unit (OPAU). The unit consists of 28 beds and a day case clinic Monday- Friday for the older person to be rapid assessed (OPRA) to prevent unnecessary hospital admissions. The ideal candidate will be highly motivated, kind,...

  • Staff Nurse

    1 month ago

    Sefton, Merseyside, United Kingdom Elite Search Associates Limited Full time

    Staff Nurse (RGN) Elderly Nursing Home in Southport £21.00 per hour + paid breaks 36 or 48 hours per week (choice of days or nights) Elite Search Associates are currently looking for a Staff Nurse (RGN) to join a fantastic elderly nursing home in Southport. Package for the Staff Nurse (RGN) but not limited to: * £21.00 per hour + paid breaks * 36 or 48...

  • NHS Staff Nurse

    1 week ago

    Birkenhead, Merseyside, United Kingdom Wirral University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust Full time

    An exciting opportunity has arisen for a 30hours contract RGN to come and join our team on the Older Persons Assessment Unit (OPAU). The unit consists of 28 beds and a day case clinic Monday- Friday for the older person to be rapid assessed (OPRA) to prevent unnecessary hospital admissions. We pride ourselves in delivering high quality, safe care...

  • Staff Nurse

    3 weeks ago

    Birkenhead, Merseyside, United Kingdom Wirral University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust Full time

    Ward 20 is a 29 bedded General Medical ward nursing a variety of patients with differing medical conditions. We welcome applications from Nurses who are experienced, newly qualified or due to qualify. If you are a passionate, motivated, innovative, dynamic and driven nurse, who is committed to providing high-quality nursing care within a...

  • Bank Staff Nurse

    2 days ago

    Birkenhead, United Kingdom Wirral Community Health and Care Full time

    Our values: Compassion Supportive and caring, listening to others. Open Communicating openly, honestly and sharing ideas. Trust Trusted to deliver, feeling valued and safe. Wirral Community Health & Care NHS Foundation Trust provides high quality community health and care services which are responsive to the needs of our local population....

  • Bank Staff Nurse

    7 days ago

    Birkenhead, United Kingdom Spire Healthcare Ltd Full time

    **Bank Staff Nurse | Surgical Ward | Spire Murrayfield Wirral Hospital | Barnston, Wirral | Various Shift Patterns Available** **Spire Murrayfield Wirral Hospital are looking to recruit Bank Staff Nurses to join their fantastic and dedicated team. This role will cover our surgical wards.** **Duties and responsibilities** - You will support in assessing...

  • District Nurse

    3 weeks ago

    Birkenhead, Merseyside, United Kingdom Wirral University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust Full time

    We are looking for exceptional nurses to join our team on Ward 26 for a fixed term 12 month contract to cover maternity leave. We welcome applications from Nurses who are experienced, newly qualified or due to qualify. We are a 33-bed medical ward caring for acutely ill adults, we specialise in diabetic and endocrinology. If you are a...

  • District Nurse

    7 hours ago

    Birkenhead, Merseyside, United Kingdom Wirral University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust Full time

    We welcome applications from Nurses who are experienced, newly qualified or due to qualify. We are a 33-bed medical ward caring for acutely ill adults, we specialise in diabetic and endocrinology. If you are a passionate, motivated, innovative, dynamic and driven nurse, who is committed to providing high-quality nursing care within a...

  • Lead Nurse

    1 week ago

    Birkenhead, Merseyside, United Kingdom Premier Recruitment Solutions Limited Full time

    Location: Birkenhead (Must be living in the UK) Position: Laed Nurse (RGN / RMN / RNLD Qualified) Hours: Full Time 12 Hour Shifts: Day shifts Salary: £22 per hour / £54,912 per year (based on 48 hours) Contract: Permanent Care Categories: Dementia / Mental Health Condition / Older Person Care / Respite Care / Younger Adults Company and Care...

  • Lead Nurse

    5 days ago

    Birkenhead, Merseyside, United Kingdom Premier Healthcare Full time

    Lead Nurse - Nursing Home Location: Birkenhead (Must be living in the UK) Position: Laed Nurse (RGN / RMN / RNLD Qualified) Hours: Full Time 12 Hour Shifts: Day shifts Salary: £22 per hour / £54,912 per year (based on 48 hours) Contract: Permanent Care Categories: Dementia / Mental Health Condition / Older Person Care / Respite Care / Younger...

  • Lead Nurse

    5 days ago

    Birkenhead, Merseyside, United Kingdom Premier Healthcare Full time

    Lead Nurse - Nursing Home Location: Birkenhead (Must be living in the UK) Position: Laed Nurse (RGN / RMN / RNLD Qualified) Hours: Full Time 12 Hour Shifts: Day shifts Salary: £22 per hour / £54,912 per year (based on 48 hours) Contract: Permanent Care Categories: Dementia / Mental Health Condition / Older Person Care / Respite Care / Younger...

  • Staff Nurse

    1 day ago

    Birkenhead, United Kingdom Recruitment Panda Full time

    Forget New Year, new me, now is the time to make your career change! Do you feel overworked, underpaid, and underappreciated? You probably know better than most that there's a shortage of nurses and health care professionals. So now is the time to stop feeling overworked, underpaid, and underappreciated. I can tell you the grass is greener on the other...

  • Registered Nurse

    3 days ago

    Birkenhead, Merseyside, United Kingdom Wirral University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust Full time

    Are you an experienced nurse with current full UK NMC registration and NHS experience, a newly qualified nurse, a nurse returning to registered practice or a student nurse looking for their first post who is compassionate about caring for patients? Do you want to work for an organisation that will fully support you in your career development? We want...

  • Proactive Care Team

    5 days ago

    Birkenhead, Merseyside, United Kingdom Premier Healthcare Full time

    Lead Nurse - Nursing Home Hours: Full Time 12 Hour Shifts: Day shifts Salary: £22 per hour / £54,912 per year (based on 48 hours) Contract: Permanent Care Categories: Dementia / Mental Health Condition / Older Person Care / Respite Care / Younger Adults Company and Care Home Information Small Size Care Provider Established family-run care...

  • Proactive Care Team

    5 days ago

    Birkenhead, Merseyside, United Kingdom Premier Healthcare Full time

    Lead Nurse - Nursing Home Hours: Full Time 12 Hour Shifts: Day shifts Salary: £22 per hour / £54,912 per year (based on 48 hours) Contract: Permanent Care Categories: Dementia / Mental Health Condition / Older Person Care / Respite Care / Younger Adults Company and Care Home Information Small Size Care Provider Established family-run care...

  • Senior Neonatal Nurse

    3 weeks ago

    Birkenhead, Merseyside, United Kingdom Wirral University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust Full time

    We are recruiting for Neonatal Nurses, to join our level 3 unit. The Neonatal nurse will be expected to perform all aspects of Neonatal care within the neonatal setting. To assist in the planning implementation and delivery of care and accept delegated responsibility from senior staff. Main duties of the job Care of the sick and preterm newborns...

  • Advanced Nurse Practitioner

    7 days ago

    Birkenhead, Merseyside, United Kingdom Wirral University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust Full time

    A post has arisen within our Trauma & Orthopaedic directorate for an Orthopaedic Nurse Practitioner. The post holder will provide specialised orthopaedic care within the hospital setting for patients with chronic and acute orthopaedic conditions. Where the post holder does not hold the appropriate Non-Medical prescribing and Surgical First Assistant...

  • Registered Nurse

    1 week ago

    Birkenhead, Merseyside, United Kingdom Wirral University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust Full time

    This is an exciting opportunity to be part of the senior nurse team in WUTH Critical Care. The opportunity for role development and career progression with educational opportunities tailored to individual needs and experience. We currently have 2 vacancies for a Band 6 Senior staff nurse. If you have significant critical care experience at Band 5, hold a...