Staff Nurse - Internal International Educated Nurse

Job Overview

Are you a new NMC registered internationally educated Nurse, seeking your first Staff Nurse post?

We have exciting opportunities available in our Cardiovascular & Thoracic (CV&T), Wessex Neurological Centre (WNC) and Medicine for Elderly People Care Groups.

We encourage candidates to indicate in their applications if they have an interest in a specific specialty. Whether you are passionate about cardiac surgery, neurology, or any other specialty, we want to hear from you!

Main duties of the job

Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting.

For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the ‘Job Description and Main Responsibilities’ section below. To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached.

Working for our organisation

University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.

Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast.

We believe that using technology wisely shows strong time management and commitment to innovation. However, personalizing your recruitment application to highlight your unique skills and experiences is crucial. Relying too heavily on generic, AI-generated content instead of drawing from your own strengths and accomplishments may lead to your application being rejected if multiple candidates present identical or similar information.

At UHS we’re committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients.

At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognizing that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We’re committed to creating an anti-racist, anti-discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute.

Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities

Cardiovascular & Thoracic (CV&T)

Our Cardiovascular & Thoracic Care Group is a regional centre providing specialist care and treatment for people requiring, Cardiac surgery, Thoracic surgery, Vascular surgery and Adult congenital heart disease management.

We cater to both elective and emergency pathways, ensuring comprehensive care for our patients. This makes managing the client population consistently interesting and challenging.

Wessex Neurological Centre (WNC)

The Wessex Neurological Centre (WNC) offers a dedicated, integrated 24-hour acute neurosurgical and neurological assessment, investigation, and treatment service. As a regional centre serving a population of 3 million, WNC encompasses, Neurology, Neurosurgery, Stroke care and Spinal specialist services.

Within neurosciences, you will have the opportunity to care for a diverse caseload of patients, from young individuals with head injuries to those with long-term conditions such as multiple sclerosis, and patients undergoing rehabilitation following a stroke. Our services cover acute emergencies to elective planned admissions.

Medicine for Older People (MOP)

Our service sees older people in Southampton and South West Hampshire. We help people who have multiple conditions, functional impairment, and complex care needs.

Our team includes medical specialists, nursing teams working in hospitals and in the community, therapists and social services. We provide care where it is needed, working closely with other local healthcare providers.

We base our care on evidence based medicine and cutting edge research into ageing and care for older people, supported by our work with the University of Southampton

Why Join Us?

Specialist Training: Enhance your skills with our comprehensive training programs.

Diverse Caseload: Gain experience with a wide range of patient needs.

Supportive Environment: Work in a collaborative and supportive team.

If you are passionate about providing high-quality care and looking to advance your career in a dynamic and rewarding environment, we would love to hear from you!

• Please note this is for internal applicants only, if you are a external international registered Nurse please send your CV to;
  
  

[email protected]

Person specification

Qualifications, Knowledge And Experience

Essential criteria

• Qualified Nurse (Degree/Diploma)
• Registered nurse on appropriate part of the register
• Knowledge of current issues within acute Health Service
• Understanding of personal accountability
• Knowledge of own role within the team
• Provide evidence of teaching and supporting learners in practice in the role of practice supervisor
• Awareness of evidence-based practice
• Awareness of responsibilities for management of infection control
• Evidence of on-going personal development
• Able to use initiative
  
  

Desirable criteria

• Evidence of recent study
• Previous experience/qualification in relevant specialty
• Teaching experience