Staff Nurse - Sage Ward

Job overview

*****PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT APPLY*****

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the dynamic team on Sage Ward, Division of Medicine, Whipps Cross University Hospital as a band 5. As part of our commitment to providing exceptional patient care, we also committed in leading and supporting our team's professional development.

We are an Elderly Medical Ward, a dementia friendly ward that provides visual clues and prompts to help our patients and the relatives find their way around. The ward has a 24-hour responsibility for the delivery of quality care to a maximum of 27 highly dependent elderly patients. Sage ward team prides itself on delivering excellent patient-centred nursing care and working collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team. Sage has been accredited for the Gold Standard Framework.

The successful candidate for the band 5 registered nurse position will be required to demonstrate a proven track record of working experience as a band 5 nurse. It is essential that the candidate can motivate and inspire others, working collaboratively with multi-disciplinary and multi-agency teams to ensure the highest standards of care. Strong communication skills and a positive attitude towards improvement.

We are proud of our commitment to learning and development and have a history of celebrating success stories. Personal development plans will be put in place to support your growth and the growth of the team. You will have the opportunity to lead with the support of your junior sister and ward manager and inspire a fantastic team of nurses and healthcare support workers, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and excellence in patient care.

If you are an enthusiastic, dynamic, and highly motivated nurse who is committed, caring, and compassionate, we invite you to apply for this opportunity on Sage Ward. It is a chance to make a significant impact and contribute to the on-going success of our team and the well-being of our patients and staff.

Main duties of the job

For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed job description and person specification.  The job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge that is required.

Applicants are advised to read all the information on the advert and the supporting information before completing and submitting an application. As you complete your application, please ensure you clearly demonstrate how you meet the criteria in the person specification for this post by adequately completing the supporting information section of the application form.

All new staff appointed at the Trust are subject to a probationary period.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed job description and person specification.  The job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge that is required.