Staff Nurse

Job overview

Kingfisher Ward at the Great Western Hospital in Swindon is looking to recruit staff nurses to join a fast paced Endocrine and Medical ward. We are looking for qualified and enthusiastic nurses who can provide compassionate and professional care. Whether you are newly qualified with an interest in Endocrine conditions or looking to develop your career and gain experience in the exciting world of medical nursing, we want to hear from you. You will be caring for patients of all ages who have come through our emergency department. As a key part of the team, you will help to treat and stabilise patients and support investigations and treatment.

We work 12 hour shifts - day shift is 7am-19:45pm and night shift 19:00 - 07:45am

If you would like further details please contact Ward manager Teri Bellinger [email protected] or 01793 605268

Main duties of the job

What Do We Offer?

If you join our team, we guarantee the following support:

• Comprehensive package of training and support including a 12-month Preceptorship programme either in department or as part of the ‘Stepping up Programme.’
• Inclusive support within house clinical skills and mandatory training, regular clinical supervision, annual performance reviews, and regular development reviews.
• Clinical Supervisors working alongside you to support, teach and assist you with any development areas where you feel you need support.

Are you the right person?

To be the right fit for our team, you will

• Be passionate about the service you provide and committed to providing the highest level of care to our patients;
• Excel in your training and have excellent communication skills;
• Be a reliable, self-motivator who can work well both as an individual and as a team player.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

The post holder will be responsible for the delivery of high quality care to a defined patient group either within  the acute hospital or community based setting. They are responsible for the assessment, planning, delivery and evaluation of evidence based individualised patient care within the boundaries of their role.

The post  holder will contribute to the continuing development of standards of care including developments of nursing standards and monitoring of outcomes.

Please see attached full Job Description