FAQs
What qualifications are required for the Staff Nurse position?
The ideal candidate must be a Registered Nurse with the right attributes to enhance our team.
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, contribute to assessments, planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing care, and support training needs of junior staff.
Is this position open to non-NMC holders?
Yes, non-NMC holders are encouraged to apply by emailing InternationalRecruitment@cpft.nhs.uk.
What qualities are important for this role?
A strong teamwork ethic, sense of accountability, and the ability to work under pressure are important qualities for the role.
What types of services does the Cambridgeshire & Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust provide?
The trust delivers a variety of NHS services encompassing mental and physical health for children, adults, and older people, forensic and specialist mental health, learning disabilities, primary care, liaison psychiatry, substance misuse, and social care.
How does the organization approach diversity and inclusion?
The Cambridgeshire & Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from all sectors of the community, especially under-represented groups including disabled people and members of ethnic minorities and LGBTQ+ communities.
Who can I contact for further details or an informal visit regarding the position?
You can contact Stamatia Avroudiadou, the Ward Manager, at stamatia.avroudiadou@cpft.nhs.uk or call 01223 219246. You can also reach out to Clare Carr, the Modern Matron, at clare.carr@cpft.nhs.uk.
What is expected of the post holder in terms of communication?
The post holder is expected to ensure effective communication pathways exist and to act within their sphere of responsibility.
Is there a focus on continuing education in this position?
Yes, the post holder will be responsible for identifying and contributing to the training needs of junior registered and unregistered staff.