Role Summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated, compassionate and enthusiastic Band 5 Registered Nurse to join the dedicated team on Tarka Respiratory Ward at the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust in Barnstaple on a 10-month Fixed Term Contract or Secondment opportunity for current RDUH staff).
This role offers an excellent opportunity for a Registered Nurse looking to develop specialist knowledge and clinical expertise in Respiratory Medicine, while gaining valuable experience in leadership, clinical decision-making and patient-centred care.
About the Role
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More detail about the role
About the Role
As a Band 5 Registered Nurse, you will be responsible for overseeing the delivery of high-quality patient care and for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of individualised programmes of care. You will work as part of a supportive multidisciplinary team, delivering evidence-based care and contributing to positive patient outcomes.
Key responsibilities include:
- Assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating patient care.
- Providing safe, effective and compassionate nursing care without direct supervision where competent to do so.
- Taking delegated responsibility for the coordination of care and service delivery during shifts.
- Regularly taking charge of the ward or deputising in the absence of the Line Manager.
- Providing professional and clinical leadership to colleagues and supporting the wider nursing team.
- Maintaining and developing professional knowledge through continuing professional development activities.
- Experience in using and managing respiratory support such as AIRVO/high-flow oxygen (HFNO), CPAP and BiPAP/NIV.
- Ability to administer and adjust oxygen therapy as prescribed, while monitoring oxygen saturations and the patient’s response.
- Carry out respiratory assessments, monitor vital signs and escalate any concerns appropriately using NEWS2.
What We Are Looking For
We are seeking a Registered Nurse who:
- Is committed to delivering high standards of patient care.
- Demonstrates excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Has a positive and proactive approach to service improvement.
- Is keen to develop new skills and broaden their knowledge within Respiratory Medicine.
- Shares our commitment to innovation, continuous improvement and compassionate care.
Why Join Tarka Respiratory Ward?
Our ward team actively encourages innovation and positive change to ensure the highest standards of care for patients and their families. We pride ourselves on creating a supportive environment where staff are encouraged to develop professionally while supporting one another as a team. This is an excellent opportunity to take on new challenges and further your nursing career within a friendly and dynamic clinical setting.
Working Pattern: 37.5 hours per week
The successful candidate will be expected to work a full range of shift patterns including:
- Long days
- Nights
- Weekends
- Bank holidays
Interview Date: To Be Confirmed
Please note, this is a fixed term contracts until 07/09/2027. For current NHS employees this post could be a secondment opportunity.
For further information please contact: Marta Medeksiene, Tarka/Roborough Ward Manager, via email at marta.medeksiene@nhs.net or telephone Ext. 2706 / 2336.
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.
