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Staff Nurse

Employer
Brighton and Sussex University Hospital Trust
Location
Brighton
Salary
24214.0000 - 30112.0000
Closing date
15 Sep 2019

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Sector
Teaching, Higher Education
Hours
Part Time
Flexibility
Set hours
Contract Type
Permanent


Main areaAcute Abdominal Surgery and MedicineGradeBand 5ContractPermanentHoursFull Time \/ Part TimeJob ref379-SURAUG010-19

EmployerBrighton and Sussex University Hospitals NHS TrustEmployer typeNHSSiteRoyal Sussex County HospitalTownBrightonSalary£24,214 to £30,112 per annum pro rataClosing26\/08\/2019 23:59Interview date04\/09\/2019

About our Trust

Our Trust is rated as 'Outstanding for Caring' by the CQC - fundamental to this is the way that we value and respect our staff. At every level, we value the diversity of our colleagues and actively champion an inclusive culture. We believe that everyone without exception should feel free to be their authentic self in the workplace.

We understand that work is only one part of life. We are committed to helping our colleagues achieve the best possible work\/life balance. We proudly offer supportive, inclusive and family friendly employment and flexible working policies. We have a wide range of professional services and employee networks to help our colleagues be at their best - and find support if they need it.

Our Trust is already a Disability Confident employer and we are holding ourselves to account through the Workplace Disability Equality Standard (WDES). Our work on promoting equity and inclusion for our Black, and Minority Ethnic (BME) colleagues continues to be driven by engagement with the WRES (Workforce Race Equality Standard) and the WRES Experts Programme.

In 2019, we committed ourselves to becoming a Stonewall Top 100 LGBTQ+ Employer. We also support the national 'Veteran Aware' scheme and are an ERS Silver accredited Hospital who welcomes applications from all members of the Armed Forces communities.

For our patients, we do everything we can to deliver fair access to all our services. This includes providing interpretative and other services to meet the needs of disabled communities. We're careful to show sensitivity towards ethnic, cultural and religious differences. Our staff uphold these values and so help our care to get better all the time.

About this vacancy

Welcome to Level 9A Acute Abdominal Surgery and Medicine!

Come to our open afternoon on 4th September - this is your 'one stop shop' to come and meet the team and see our ward. Level 9a is not just a great place to start your career within the NHS it is also a great place if you are looking for a new challenge or a change in direction.

'We have a super diverse team and patients, something for everyone. This is what makes us stay'

We care for patients with acute abdominal conditions requiring surgery or medical management and a wide range of surgical emergencies, including trauma patients. The majority of our patients are emergency admissions or step down patients from ICU & HCU. We also have Enhanced Recovery Pathways for Oesophageal and Colorectal surgery

Band 5 positions for newly qualified and Experience Nurses Full or part time available

We can offer you: Exposure to a wealth of learning opportunities;
  • Care and management of enteral feeding tubes, PICC\/CVCs, parental nutrition, chest drains, epidural and PCAs, complex wound care and stoma management.
  • You will receive a comprehensive induction and 1:1 clinical support.
  • BSUH preceptorship programme for all newly registered nurses
  • You will also have many opportunities for further training and development (Care of the Critically Ill Adult University Module)

  • Our Practice Development Sisters are committed to meeting your educational needs within this speciality as well as your overall career progression.

    Because we care, we have invested in our staff and ensure optimal nurse staffing levels to ensure you have the time to care for your patients and it's not just our patients that are well cared for - it is you as well.

    We have a team of senior nurses who are committed to teaching, training and educating. The next three years are going to be very exciting, we have an ambitious service plan that includes participation by all as part of your own personal and professional growth, we are a multi-disciplinary team and you will learn and grow as much as you want to.

    Level 9A is not just a great place to start your career as a newly qualified band 5 nurse, it is also a great place if you are looking for a new challenge or a change in direction. You will be exposed to a wealth of learning opportunities with our links with Brighton University and our comprehensive Band 5 competency programme. We have a fantastic team of nurses who are always willing to impart knowledge and show you how to deliver care at a high standard.

    So what are you waiting for? Come and join our team and be part of our family and you will have the career of a lifetime
  • We are proud to be able to offer a variety of flexible working options and contracts. For further information please refer to the Flexible Working for Registered Nurses document which is attached to this advert.


  • We would like to advise you that this vacancy is linked to the Level 9a Nursing \/ HCA recruitment day due to be held on 4th September 2019 in Brighton. If you have applied for more than one vacancy, you may receive duplicate invites, however you will only be interviewed by one of the panels on the day.

    General information for applicants

    Salaries for substantive posts will be offered to successful candidates in alignment with the NHS Agenda for Change terms and conditions. All our substantive colleagues will also receive an annual appraisal. For substantive colleagues appointed after 1 April 2019, this guides their progression through the salary steps. Please note this does not apply to Bank only applicants.

    As part of our commitment to a safe working environment, we undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check on all new employees where the role is eligible for a criminal record check . We make offers in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.

    We may also use our substantive adverts to build our Bank staff. If you are unsuccessful at interview for a substantive role but meet the BSUH specification for that role you may be offered a bank post. Please note our Bank hourly rates are outlined on a separate payscale.

    Applications for Tier 2 sponsorship are welcome for those that meet the Visa and Immigrations eligibility criteria. Please note our Bank only roles are not eligible for Tier 2 sponsorship. These will be considered alongside all other applications. Under the Residence Labour Market Test, non-EEA candidates may not be appointed if a suitably qualified, experienced and skilled EU\/EEA candidate is available. For further information please visit the gov.uk website searching for Tier 2.

    Please apply as early as you're able for this role. Sometimes, we receive exceptional interest, and close adverts earlier than specified. If you are not successful in this application, we may be able to offer you a position through our Bank. Do keep watching our 'Current Vacancies' and apply for the next suitable position.

    Further Information

    Specific information about this role is in the documents accompanying this advertisement.

    For further more information, or help with the application process, please contact the HR Employment Services Team on 01444 448692 \/448616 or by email: [email protected]

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