Job summaryWe are looking for skilled Bank Nurses to join the James Paget Hospital
To assess basic and specialist care needs of patients and implement without direct supervision. The Nurse should at all times act in such a manner as to justify public trust and confidence to safeguard the interest of individual patients
Main duties of the jobThe post holder is responsible for the assessment of care needs and the development implementation and evaluation of programmes of care.
- Ensure that agreed standards of nursing practice within the ward/department area are maintained.
- Ensure that all Trust, Divisional, and Ward/Department Health & Safety Policies are adhered to.
- Maintain personal contact with patients, other health care disciplines, relatives and visitors.
- Mentorship support of new staff.
- Mentorship/support of student nurses.
- To undertake appropriate enhanced roles, following the necessary training, e.g. IV drug administration, ECG recording.
- Ensure safe custody and administration of drugs, in accordance with Trust Policy.
Further information can be found on the job description.
About usHere on the East Coast we enjoy a great place to live and a friendly caring place to work. We are a vibrant University Hospital providing the best possible care to a population of 230,000 residents. Every day, we value the great team work, improving and adapting and taking pride in what we do for your patients. The hospital is known for being a friendly and supportive place to work; a large part of this is due to the teams that work here.
The benefits we offer include:-
- Flexible hours to suit you.
- Variety of work in all clinical areas.
- Paid induction, mandatory updates and ongoing training/CPD.
- Access to NHS Pension.
- Free uniform.
Job responsibilitiesOur registered nurses make a real difference to patients lives, so whether you are providing skilled nursing care or undertaking advanced clinical tasks, all the time you will be providing continuing compassionate care and support.
As a bank nurse you can be assured that you will be supported and developed in your role.
If you are excited to take the next steps, we are waiting to meet you. You will have an opportunity to work in varied wards and specialties areas.
Education and qualificationsEssential- Registered nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC)
- Diploma/degree in nursing studies or working towards
Desirable- Undertaken mentorship training
Experience and knowledgeEssential- Relevant experience in past 12 - 18 months of looking after patients in a healthcare environment.
Desirable- Previous NHS experience within last 12 months
- Previous experience within an Acute setting
- Broad clinical knowledge base
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.Applicants must have current UK professional registration. 
