Job summary

**Seeking Nurses with NMC registration only otherwise please do not apply. Ideally seeking Registered Nurses with experience in Gastroenterology Nursingotherwise please do not apply as applications will be rejected and those who do not have NMC registration will be rejected***

SNHSFT support growth and development within the role on D1 and if you are looking to advance your skills and knowledge in the world of gastroenterology nursing we will support and fund at degree/master level modules related to Gastroenterology.

On Ward D1 you will work part of a multidisciplinary team made up of 8 Gastroenterology Consultants. A specialist dietician and pharmacist. We also have a team of nutrition nurse specialists who work closely with the gastroenterology team. There is ward based training and our clinical director of gastroenterology is supportive of SIMS training.

D1 is a 25 bedded acute ward. Whilst the ward is fast paced, we work as a team to provide a high standard of care to our patients.

We will offer a supportive induction to the ward and ensure, all competencies and training are provided in order for you to the best nurse you can be.

What we will offer you?

• Welcoming and friendly team
• Corporate and local ward induction
• Support with professional development
• Professional working environment
• To be part of an amazing team

What we would like from you?

• Be a team player
• Provide a high standard of care
• Adhere to trust values

Main duties of the job

• work within the NMC code of conduct
• be able to communicate well with the MDT
• excellent standard of written documentation
• support patients with care delivery
• care of NG's, PEG's and PICC lines
• venepuncture and cannulation (training available)
• work well within a team
• able to supervise and support our healthcare assistants
• be able to care for acutely unwell patients
• be willing to part take in further education and learning

About us

We hold a unique position in the Stockport community as the provider of healthcare and we are one of its largest employers.

We believe that the best organisations are those that reflect the communities they serve. We are therefore seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce to make it truly representative of our local population.

We actively encourage applications irrespective of race, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage & civil partnership, or pregnancy or maternity. Recognising those communities that are underrepresented within our workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from you.

If you require support with your application please contact a member of the recruitment team, who can discuss alternative application methods.

We recognise that flexible working is important. We take requests for flexible working seriously, consider any request we receive and try to work with you, so we can explore if your request may fit with the needs of the service.

Benefits we offer to you:

o Between 27-33 days of annual leave plus bank holidays

o NHS pension scheme membership

o Salary sacrifice schemes for lease cars, home electronics and more, to make your salary go further

o NHS Staff discounts

o Cycle to work scheme

oSalary finance - for loans, savings, budget planning and tips on managing debt

o Stockport Credit Union- for local financial advice

Job description

Job responsibilities

The job description gives an overview of the main tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification focusses on the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. These documents are attached on the page and can be downloaded.

The person specification below is not the full person specification but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed

If successful this vacancy will require an enhanced DBS check at a cost of £54.90. This cost will be deducted from your first Trust salary

In addition to this it will be a condition of your employment that you will join the DBS update service and pay the annual subscription fee of £16.

Person Specification

Education & Qualifications

Essential

• Current 1st level Registration

Desirable

• Relevant post registration courses appropriate to the clinical area

Knowledge

Essential

• Computer literacy

Desirable

• Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD)

Assessment

Essential

• Welcoming and approachable

Desirable

• communication skills

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in clinical areas
• Experience of delivering patient care

Desirable

• Experience of supervising others

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).