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Cross Specialty Rotation Programme

...for Newly Qualified Nurses - Band 5

Cambridge University Hospitals, one of the first NHS Foundation Trusts, is a 1,000 bed teaching hospital, one of the Government’s new biomedical research centres with a world class research reputation, whilst also providing acute and specialist services for our local and  regional population.

Addenbrooke's is one of the largest and best known hospitals in the country, it’s name is synonymous with excellence giving a national and international reputation.

Addenbrooke's core purpose is to provide excellent healthcare services for our patients, to strengthen our standards and quality of care, and to constantly strive to improve efficiency and productivity

Addenbrooke’s is a flexible and supportive employer and we are delighted to offer newly qualified Nurses the chance to join our well established Cross Specialty Rotation Programme. This is structured to allow you to consolidate your training and gain experience in wide range of clinical settings.

Our aim is to enhance the transition from student to registered practitioner in a supportive environment.

Aims of the Rotation programme:

• To provide newly qualified nurses with structured learning opportunities to gain a wide nursing experience.

• Support and enhance the transition period from student to registered practitioner.

• Develop the full potential of the individual nurse.

• Assist in the development of specific and core competencies.

• Advocate effective practice and accountable practitioners by developing experience and skills.

Support Structure includes:

• Preceptorship

• Drug Administration Study Day

• Role Transition Study Day

• Clinical Skills Training

• Pump Training

• Leadership Development

• Professional Issues Training

• Monthly support sessions

We are currently offering an 18 month rotation, consisting of a medical, surgical and specialty placement (3 x 6 month placements).

Guaranteed employment at the end of the rotation

Whatever your nursing ambitions, by undertaking a rotational programme at Addenbrooke's, you will gain valuable experience and new skills to fulfil your potential.

Next programme due to commence March 2009

For further details or to a register your interest, please contact the Career Progression Team: