Job Description

We are looking for a Nurse to join our team based in the CQC rated Good hospital in picturesque Plymouth. You will be part of a close knit collaborative team who pride themselves in providing the highest standard of care to our patients and their families. Our inpatients team is comprised of experienced nurses and healthcare assistants supported by our welcoming Ward Manager. As well as undertaking basic ward duties you will oversee the new patient admissions, ensuring key documentation is completed and introducing them to the care team looking after them. All of our work is planned so you will be able to plan your week with ease knowing your work schedule won't change.
You will liaise with the wider Practice Plus Group medical team to ensure the patient's treatment is carried out whilst maintaining the principles of patient confidentiality.
Please be aware that this is a shift position covering days (07:30-20:00) and nights(19:30-08:00) a typical monthly shift rota is as follows:

• Weeks 1-3: consists of 3 x 12 hours shifts
• Week 4: consists of 4 x 12 hour shifts.

What you'll be doing
As a Registered Nurse on our 30-bed inpatient ward, you'll play a vital role in supporting patients through their surgical journey-- from pre-admission to discharge. The ward primarily cares for elective orthopaedic patients, with occasional admissions for general surgery and ophthalmology.
You'll be part of a supportive and expert multidisciplinary team, led by our Ward Manager, Kirsten. Your responsibilities will include:
To deliver a high standard of patient care supported by evidence based practice.
To ensure that nursing is practised within the constraints of and guided by:

• All relevant Department of Health Legislation
• Health and Social care act 2012
• NMC Code of professional conduct.
• Care Quality Commission standards
• NICE guidelines
• Group policies and procedures.
• Unit specific policies and procedures

What we'll look for in you
Qualifications:

• NMC Registered Nurse Part 1
• Immediate Life support (ILS)
• Evidence of basic qualification in general nursing
• Orthopaedic qualification will be an advantage

Experience:

• Recent post registration experience
• Experience in an Orthopaedic Ward will be an advantage.

Skills and Knowledge:

• Ability to maintain and enhance effective working relationships
• Ability to plan, allocate and evaluate own work and develop self to enhance performance
• Ability to plan the work of a team
• Ability to teach/train nursing staff

• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
• Ability to monitor and control resources
• Excellent time management skills
• Able to meet the needs of the patients
• Is familiar with the company Safety and Infection control policy and procedures
• A flexible, positive attitude to performing a variety of duties.
• Willing to develop/learn in the role.
• Fit to undertake the duties of the post.
• Ability to be flexible with regard to working hours

In return we offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• 25 days annual leave + BANK holidays
• Private Pension with Employer and Employee contributions
• Flexible working to support your work-life balance
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression
• A welcoming, inclusive culture that values diversity and equal opportunity
• Wellness support and a wide range of lifestyle discounts

Click the link below to submit your application. For any questions, feel free to contact Thomas Quirke in our friendly resourcing team at
Interview date to be confirmed.
Please note: We may close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is appointed. All offers are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
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Position
Ward
Advertising Salary
35484.21
Vacancy Type
Permanent
Schedule Type
Full Time
Rewards & Benefits
Employee Assistance programme provided by Health Assured and Occupational Health through Medigold
Refer a friend scheme
Blue Light Card, Boundless card and Costco membership eligibility
Award winning ED&I programme
Free access to Reward Gateway discount scheme
Access to private health insurance
Wide range of 'time away from work' allowances
Extensive career development and training opportunities
Training & Development
Tailored CPD training delivered via our bespoke Learning Management System.
Extensive training courses accessible via Practice Plus Group Skills Academy.
Great development and career progression opportunities.
I was already an experienced nurse, but I was delighted with the level and variety of training I was offered. With Health in Justice your talents are nurtured and there are opportunities to develop your career as well as your skills.

Skills Required