FAQs
What is the duration of the contract for the Staff Nurse position?
The position is a 12-month fixed-term contract.
Where is the Staff Nurse position located?
The position is based in Denbigh Ward within the Older People's Mental Health service, located in Fulbourn, Cambridge.
What qualities are you looking for in the ideal candidate?
The ideal candidate should have a strong teamwork ethic, sense of accountability, and the ability to work under considerable pressure.
What are the primary responsibilities of the Staff Nurse?
The Staff Nurse will provide quality evidence-based nursing advice, support and care for service users with mental and physical health needs, and lead on the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing care during night shifts.
Is there a requirement for knowledge of local and national policies?
Yes, the post holder should have a good level of knowledge of local and national policies and legislation that govern current service provision.
Will the Staff Nurse be involved in training junior staff?
Yes, the post holder will be responsible for identifying and contributing to the training needs of junior registered and non-registered staff.
Does the organization promote equality and diversity?
Yes, the organization ensures that issues of equality, diversity, and rights are dealt with in accordance with good practice and legislation.
Can international applicants apply for this role?
Regrettably, we cannot offer sponsorship for all job roles. If you apply for a role that we cannot sponsor, your application will be rejected from the process.
Who can I contact for further information about the role?
For further details or informal visits, you can contact Raminder Chohan, the Ward Manager, at raminder.chohan@cpft.nhs.uk or call 01223 219571.
What is the mission of Cambridgeshire & Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust?
The mission is to provide high quality care with compassion to improve the health and wellbeing of the people they care for, and to support and empower them to lead a fulfilling life.