Staff Nurse
For questions about this job, contact Rose Webster, Ward Leader, at rose.webster2@nhs.net or 01132069114.
About the role
Join SIM (Specialty Integrated Medicine) at LTHT for a Band 5 role within one of the Older adult medical wards. Ward J14 is a 24‑bedded ward accommodating both female and male patients. The post holder will work closely in collaboration with the MDT across Specialty Integrated Medicine. J14 provides a high standard of quality care for all patients, and we are looking for a highly driven, enthusiastic, and dynamic individual to contribute to caring for our older population in Leeds. Applicants will be expected to practice effectively and deliver excellent care in a timely manner. A commitment to personal professional development is essential, with the managing team dedicated to developing the workforce. Ward visits can be arranged by contacting the Ward Leader. All salaries listed reflect the pay for full‑time roles; any part‑time roles will be pro rata.
Responsibilities
- Communicate with patients and carers to ensure they have access to appropriate information.
- Maintain and deliver compassionate, patient‑focused care in accordance with LTHT guidelines, policies, values, and behaviours.
- Implement nursing care for patients, ensuring documentation standards are upheld in accordance with LTHT guidelines, whether written or computerised.
- Promote and maintain positive relationships between all staff involved in the care of patients.
- Undertake duties on other wards or departments as required by service demands or patient need.
- Act to safeguard the health and wellbeing of children and vulnerable adults at all times, adhering to LTHT safeguarding policies.
- Lead a team of clinical support workers on a shift‑by‑shift basis and contribute to mentorship of junior staff.
About Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust
Our Trust values – The Leeds Way – are working together to support each other and deliver the best possible care to patients. We are:
- Responsible
- Open and Honest
- One Team
- Kind
Our purpose: Excellent, safe and sustainable care for every patient every time.
Our priorities:
- People
- Improvement and Innovation
- Partnerships
- Outcomes
Sponsorship eligibility
To comply with UK Government regulations on Skilled Worker sponsorship, Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust is unable to provide sponsorship to applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria or the salary threshold concessions set out under the Skilled Worker visa route. Please take this into consideration before submitting your application. Full guidance on these concessions, including details of who may qualify, is available on the Trust website.