Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Staff Nurse - Ward 10
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About the Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a registered nurse to join our friendly and developing team on Ward 10. We can offer part-time hours, however the candidate needs to be prepared to rotate between days/nights including weekend and bank holiday working when required.
Ward 10 is a 22-bedded Trauma and Orthopaedic ward specialising in acute trauma.
We currently have a vacancy for a part-time Band 5 Nurse who takes pride in delivering quality and compassionate care.
Responsibilities
- Take responsibility for the assessment, planning, delivery, and evaluation of the nursing care for a named caseload of patients, including their property and valuables.
- Assist in creating a therapeutic environment which meets the needs of patients, relatives, and carers.
- Adhere to Wirral Hospital objectives, policies, protocols, and guidelines.
- Liaise with other members of the multidisciplinary team.
- Contribute to promoting a critical, analytical approach to the delivery of care and implementation of change.
- Participate in audits.
- Continuously update own skills and knowledge and maintain awareness of clinical issues.
- In the absence of the Ward/Departmental Manager or their deputy, act as shift coordinator.
- Act as a preceptor, Practice Assessor/Supervisor, and/or NVQ assessor to junior staff and students.
- Supervise and lead a team of junior staff.
- Undertake appraisals of staff within the team.
- Contribute to meeting the agreed objectives for the Ward/Department.
- Be aware of and adhere to national, local, and professional policies, protocols, and guidelines.
- Ensure effective communication with patients, families, peers, promoting safe patient care and good patient experience.
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Requirements
We are looking for positive, motivated, and caring nurses with a keen interest in Orthopaedic nursing. Having a positive team culture is essential in ensuring the efficient running of the unit and ensuring positive experiences and outcomes for patients. This requires excellent communication between the multidisciplinary team and the nursing team. As such, this role needs individuals with great communication skills, who are adaptable, work well under pressure, and are excellent team players.
About Us
All new colleagues can expect to receive a warm and friendly Wirral welcome from the very first time they make contact with us. We are described as “competent and caring staff” by our patients.
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Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is situated on The Wirral peninsula which has a stunning coastline and beautiful countryside surroundings, with great activities for its residents.
We are one of the largest and busiest acute Trusts in the North West of England, comprising of the Wirral’s only Emergency Department. We provide a high-quality range of acute care services and employ over 6,000 staff, who serve a population of approximately 400,000 people across Wirral, Ellesmere Port, Neston, North Wales, and the wider North West footprint.
We have approximately 855 beds trust-wide, and our financial turnover is in excess of £337m.
The Wirral is easily accessible with excellent transport links including motorway, train, bus, or ferry and within easy reach to the major cities of Liverpool, Chester, and Manchester as well as neighbouring North Wales.
Contact Information
For further details / informal visits contact:
- Name: Sister Katie Dennis
- Job title: Ward Manager
- Email address: Katherine.dennis1@nhs.net
- Telephone number: 0151 604 7117
Alternatively, please speak to Sr Kay Angus or Sr Ailis Boggan.
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