Registered Nurse -Elective Surgery (Band 5)

Job summary

The post is an integral part of a multi-disciplinary team which contributes to the effective and economic use of available resources.

The postholder will be expected to carry out all relevant forms of care without direct supervision and is required to teach junior staff, both qualified and unqualified. expected to take charge of a Ward or Department. When designated is

To assess, plan, implement and assist with the evaluation of individual programmes of care for the acutely ill medical patient.

Offer advice and support to the patient's families and friends responding to their individual needs.

Communicate with all members of the multi-disciplinary team to facilitate continuity of care.

In pursuing these duties the post holder will ensure compliance with the NHS Constitution and be familiar with the NHS England Guidance 'Understanding the new NHS'.

Main duties of the job

• Liaises with senior colleagues to assess, plan, implement and evaluate individual plans of care for the acutely patient.

Prioritise and organise workload to ensure continuity of care and treatment throughout the shift.

Maintain a safe environment in the ward area.

Demonstrate professional accountability and works within own limitations.

Maintain accurate legal records of care using care planning and Airedale General Hospital Trust's documentation.

Demonstrate thorough and concise verbal handover which reflects the care and treatment given to the patient over the course of the shift.

Respect the need for confidentiality and adhere to the NMC Code of Professional Conduct.

Offer help and advice to the patient's family/friends responding to their individual needs in a caring and supportive manner.

Develop scope of professional practice to administer intravenous medications.

Communicate readily with the nurse-in-charge of the shift, regarding the patient's care and condition.

Integrate within the team and promote a team approach to working.

Keep the senior nurse informed of untoward incidents/events and maintain accurate documentation in accordance with the Trust's policies.

Participate in the preceptorship and in-service training programme.

Identify individual learning needs at appraisal and contribute to a personal development plan.

Demonstrates a commitment to self-development.

About us

We are delighted to offer a wide range of benefits to employees including:

• Cycle to Work
• Travel Scheme
• Childcare Vouchers with Salary Sacrifice
• Onsite Nursery
• Buying and Selling Annual Leave
• Car Leasing
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee Health and Wellbeing
• Extensive Reward Scheme
• Counselling Service
• Financial packages including Vivup and Wagestream
• Staff Networks, Enable, Rainbow, Gender, Race Equality Ecoaware & Admin Network.

Our values:

We understand that it's down to the hard work, effort and dedication of our staff that makes a difference for our patients. Our people really do make our Airedale experience - we take pride in fostering a friendly, effective and caring work environment. Our values are part of our DNA, which are:

• Committed to Quality of Care
• Compassion
• Working together for patients
• Improving Lives
• Everyone Counts
• Respect and Dignity

Got questions before you apply, please contact the recruiting manager to find out more.