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Job overview

We are seeking a highly motivated, forward thinking Band 6 Registered Nurse to work on our Surgical Assessment Unit covering general surgery, gynaecology, urology and plastic surgery.Ìý We offer a direct referral process from GP surgeries, providing nurse triage and assessment across all patient pathways.

We are looking for an experienced individual to embrace the fast paced nature of our assessment unit and short stay surgical inpatient beds.Ìý Alongside this, you will need to be a supportive leader and Nurse in charge of a team delivering care to over 600 surgical patients per month.

Your professional development will be tailored to your individual needs along with the opportunity to attend leadership courses, finance training and development of surgical skills, if required.Ìý Further patient assessment and triage training can be provided along with the option to complete a deteriorating patient course.

Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust is dedicated to providing good communication networks and supporting staff's well being. The trust has a dedicated wellness hub for staff to access.

Shifts are based on a 24/7 shift rotation of long days (12 hrs) and night shifts (12 hr) to meet the needs of the service.ÌýÌý

Main duties of the job

• To work with the senior nursing team to ensure the development and training of nurses within their wards/depts.
• Acts as deputy to the ward/dept manager and supports managerial aims of the ward/dept.
• Take charge of the unit on a regular basis supporting all staff on shift when needed.
• ÌýThe post holder will possess excellent clinical skills and will supervise and deliver direct patient care.
• Co-ordinate patient flow across the surgical floor (SAU, Ward 16 and Ward 18), ensuring appropriate patient placement and effective patient flow through the service.
• ÌýUnder the supervision of the ward/dept manager assists in the management of the team of nurses in professional and practice development.

Working for our organisation

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ÌýWhat does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you?

• As part of our BHT family, you’ll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.
• We offer flexible and agile workingÌýopportunities,Ìýalongside your NHS benefits ofÌýgenerous annual leave entitlement, pension andÌýaccess toÌýNHS discount schemes.ÌýÌý
• We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.

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ÌýWhy work for us?

• We’re committed to promoting inclusion and making sure all colleagues feel they belong. We encourage new colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply.
• As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect.
• Greater diversity withinÌýourÌýBHT familyÌýimprovesÌýpositive outcomes for the people and communities we serve.
• A keen supporter of the Armed Forces Community who know the value of employing a service leaver/veteran and their families.

ÌýWhat do we stand for?

• Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work.
• Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time.
• Our care values are collaborate, aspire, respect and enable.