Bank Staff Nurse

Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

The closing date is 31 December 2024

Job summary

? Elevate Your Career with Our Bank Staff Nurse Opportunity! ?

Tired of the same old routine? Seeking a work/life balance that suits your lifestyle? Eager to sharpen your professional skills and explore new horizons?

If you're nodding along, then we've got the perfect role for you - join us as a Bank Staff Nurse at Lancashire Teaching Hospitals!

? Why Choose Us?

? Weekly Pay: Say goodbye to waiting for that monthly paycheck! We value your hard work and dedication, rewarding you with weekly pay to keep you motivated.

? Flexibility at Your Fingertips: Take control of your schedule with our easy-to-use app or PC platform. No more rigid shifts - book the hours that align with your lifestyle 24/7.

? Diverse Opportunities: Unlock a world of possibilities across various divisions at Lancashire Teaching Hospitals. Broaden your expertise and gain invaluable experience in exciting new areas.

? Your Professional Growth Matters: We recognize your worth and commitment. As you help us deliver top-notch care, we're committed to supporting your professional growth every step of the way.

Ready to embrace a dynamic work environment that values your individuality and aspirations? Apply now for our Bank Staff Nurse role and take the leap towards a rewarding career!

Your journey to a fulfilling work/life balance starts here.

Main duties of the job

As a Bank Staff Nurse, you will be responsible for planning, delivering and evaluating the personalised health and wellbeing care needs of patients, in line with the Trust's Values & Nursing & Midwifery Professional Framework goals, for example: personal hygiene and comfort, vital signs and EWS, early recognition and management of acutely ill patients.

You will provide clinical supervision and advice for other staff and students to support them in reaching their full potential

It is essential that you have at least 150 hours of experience within the last three months within an acute healthcare environment (such as on a Hospital ward or in a care home). If you do not have this experience then we will be unable to continue with your application.

About us

This is a fantastic opportunity if you are looking to work for an organization which values its employees.We welcome newly qualified or experienced nurses to apply, where you can be assured of working in an environment that values you as an individual and holds 'care and compassion' at the heart of everything we do.Other incentives we offer to our bank workers are:

Paid induction, mandatory updates and ongoing training/CPD. Mandatory Training available as elearning content allowing you to complete from home and at your own leisure
Access to the NHS Pension Scheme
Access to Counselling and support via our occupation health services which includes access to our Mindfulness Sessions to support your health & well-being
Opportunities to apply for permanent full or part-time positions
Access to on-site restaurants which on production of your ID badge entitles you to discount

Date posted

03 January 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£17.69 an hour Per Hour. Nights and Weekend £22.99. Sunday Rate £28.30

Contract

Bank

Working pattern

Flexible working

Reference number

438-RC4229

Job locations

RPH/CDH

Preston and Chorley

PR2 9HT

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further details of the role, please see attached Job description and Person Specification. This will give a more in depth view into the role and it's duties.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further details of the role, please see attached Job description and Person Specification. This will give a more in depth view into the role and it's duties.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

oAppropriate NMC Registration
oRN1, RN2 General Nursing Posts
oRN8 or RNC Children's Nursing Posts
oDiploma in Nursing
oNMC recognised Mentorship qualification or willingness to work towards following 18 months commencement in post
oEvidence of continuing education or development for more experienced Band 5 nurses

Desirable

oDegree

Knowledge

Essential

oRecent & relevant health care experience in an acute hospital setting (at least 150hrs in last 3 months)

Desirable

oEvidence of clinical competence in area of speciality eg surgery

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

oAppropriate NMC Registration
oRN1, RN2 General Nursing Posts
oRN8 or RNC Children's Nursing Posts
oDiploma in Nursing
oNMC recognised Mentorship qualification or willingness to work towards following 18 months commencement in post
oEvidence of continuing education or development for more experienced Band 5 nurses

Desirable

oDegree

Knowledge

Essential

oRecent & relevant health care experience in an acute hospital setting (at least 150hrs in last 3 months)

Desirable

oEvidence of clinical competence in area of speciality eg surgery

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.