Role Summary
A Nursing role based in Tiverton day case unit, doing recovery, ward and preparation for surgery.
Your main base will be here in Tiverton but there will be opportunities to work within the various community day case theatres including Exmouth, and Heavitree.
About the Role
For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below.
More detail about the role
Are you looking for a better work life balance? Are you looking for a more time to do the things you love? Would you like to work in a modern hospital in Mid Devon, surrounded by countryside? Good news..!
We are currently welcoming applications from enthusiastic nurses and ODPs to work within our busy, friendly day case unit here in Tiverton. The unit is open 5 days a week currently 7:30-6pm. No anti-social hours, no bank holidays and no night shifts! We can offer full or part time hours and we can also offer flexible working so your work life can fit easily around your home life.
There is ample free parking available and we are just off the M5 and the North Devon link road making your commute to work a breeze.
The hospital is a modern purpose built- the unit is full of natural light and fresh air and is a lovely relaxed and happy working environment.
We currently do Colorectal day case patients, local and general anaesthetics. We also do prep for surgery one stop clinics and cystoscopies.
We all work together working in all areas of the department; the ward, anaesthetics, theatre, recovery and prep for surgery. We can provide in house training and there are many opportunities to further your career available to you.
Tiverton is a bustling market town with a lovely high street full of independent shops and cafes. We are right on the Grand western Canal offering 11 miles of traffic free walking/biking paths. Exmoor is just on our doorstep where you can hike and bike. We are just an hour away from the lovely North Devon beaches of Woolacombe and Saunton Sands. The outstanding high school, Uffculme is only a 20 minute drive from the hospital. Tiverton is surrounded by villages that have excellent primary schools and are within the Uffculme high school catchment area.
Working Pattern: Full and Part time positions available. Monday to Friday. 7:30 to 6:00
Interview Date: To be confirmed
For further information please contact: Amabel Davis, Clinical Matron on 01884235505 amabel.davis@nhs.net
As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
Preference will be given to staff with ‘Priority’ and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.
About Us
Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.
We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford). Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within people’s own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).
Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.
Our values are at the heart of everything we do, click here to find out more
It has never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as you will help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.
Benefits
Looking after you is important to us.
We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.
If you are starting out in the NHS, you’ll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.
You will benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.
We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.
This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we will help you get there.
Salary is not the only financial benefit
You will have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including:
- National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
- Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter
- Car lease schemes.
- The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
- Cycle to work scheme
These are just a few of the benefits available – if the role is something you are interested in, we would love to hear from you.
