Job Description

Are you looking to work in a rewarding nursing environment?



We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Registered Nurse to join our team at Bicester Community Hospital for a full time fixed term contract for 9 months to cover Maternity Leave.



Our ward is great place to work with a lovely outdoor garden space for our patients and staff to enjoy. We have a full time role available and work internal shift rotation.



We focus on rehabilitation and complex discharge management, caring for our patients who have a wide variety of conditions and have come to us from medical, trauma, renal and surgical wards.



Every day you will see a variety of specialisms that will allow you to utilise and grow your nursing skills.



There is a strong therapeutic presence within our friendly and supportive multi-disciplinary team which you will be an integral part of, and you will actively contribute to providing the highest standards of patient care.



You will be provided with excellent career development and training as we believe in supporting our staff to help them succeed and thrive in their roles.



Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust provides physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset.



Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible



Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: "Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team"

Our values are:

"Caring, safe and excellent"



At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:



Excellent opportunities for career progression



Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development



27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service



NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers



Competitive pension scheme



Lease car scheme



Cycle to work scheme



Employee Assistance Programme



Mental Health First Aiders



Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists may apply)



Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team



You will have an opportunity to work with supportive teams and committed colleagues.



To supervise and support the ward staff in their day-to-day work and development, promoting the concept of interdisciplinary team working.

To provide information, training and support to promote effective patient care and discharge from the ward area.

Provide leadership to Healthcare Assistants and peers to ensure a high standard of patient-centred care.

Under the direction of the Ward Manager to contribute to the monitoring and auditing of the standards of care in the ward area.

We hope that the advert has given you a clear understanding of the skills we are seeking and the opportunity at hand. You will need to use the "supporting statement" element of your application form to demonstrate your suitability for this role and you should refer to the job description, person specification and the guidance notes attached to this role to help you tailor your application.



The essential and desirable criteria will be used to shortlist for interview and you should ensure that you refer to these within your application to increase your chances of being selected for interview.