Staff Nurse

Job description

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is the only acute hospital provider in the Mid and South Essex Integrated Care System (ICS), which is a system of health and care partners working together for our local population.

Within Mid and South Essex there are 149 GP practices, operating from over 200 sites, forming 27 Primary Care Networks and one Ambulance Trust. There are also three main community and mental health service providers who work together through a community collaborative.

We collaborate with other valuable partners, including three Healthwatch organisations, nine voluntary and community sector organisations and three top tier local authorities, with seven district, borough and city councils, as well as our local universities.

Job overview

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a motivated and compassionate Registered Nurse to join Stock Ward on a 8-month fixed term cover contract. This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic and approachable nurse with a passion for Burns and Plastic Surgery nursing to become part of our dedicated team.

Stock Ward offers a supportive and welcoming environment where every team member is valued. We are committed to helping you develop your skills and achieve your career aspirations. As part of our commitment to your professional growth, we provide access to study leave and specialist training opportunities, including airway management and free flap care.

Burns and Plastics nursing is a rewarding and highly specialised field, offering exposure to a diverse and complex patient group. No two days are the same, providing continuous opportunities for learning, development, and the delivery of exceptional patient care.

We are looking for a nurse who is passionate about providing high-quality, compassionate care and who thrives as part of a multidisciplinary team. In return, you will join a service that is committed to supporting your development and helping you build a rewarding career.

If you are looking for a local nursing role where you will be encouraged, supported, and given opportunities to progress, we would love to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

To provide a high standard of individualised care to patients, whilst maintaining at all times their privacy and dignity.

To assess care needs, develop, implement and evaluate programmes of care.

To contribute to supporting the Senior Sister/Charge Nurse.

To support the maintenance of high standards of cleanliness in their own clinical area.

Working for our organisation

Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.

We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description.

We look forward to your application.

Please be aware that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a suitable number of applications.

Person specification

Interview

Essential criteria

• Nursing degree or equivalent

Desirable criteria

• Plastic Surgery experience

Interview

Essential criteria

• Clear communication and documentation

Desirable criteria

• Airway knowledge

Interview

Essential criteria

• Computer skills

Desirable criteria

• Acute hospital experience

Please be aware as per the new Immigration guidelines we cannot sponsor candidates with a salary (full time or pro Rata) under the current minimum threshold.

Please note, the selection processes at Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust are in place to ensure we recruit candidates with the right skills and values, please be advised that the use of AI in applications are monitored. We remain vigilant against candidates who misuse these tools to generate an application that doesn't accurately reflect their skills, and you will be required to declare on your application if AI has been used before submitting your application.

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