EPUT Recruitment

31/12/2024

A busy mum and nurse who works two jobs and changed careers to pursue her dream of working in healthcare has received the prestigious title of Queen’s Nurse for her commitment to patient care.

Jenny Dean splits her time between her main role in the Night Nursing Services team in south east Essex and a day shift for the Health Outreach team in Bury St Edmunds.

Jenny had a number of different jobs before she qualified as a nurse in 2009.

She initially started her training but had to stop when she was injured in a road accident.

When she started training for the second time, she juggled her studies with her job and looking after her young children.

Jenny’s current roles involve treating people with long term conditions who need urgent care at home, and providing care for marginalised and vulnerable adults.

“On the night service, no two nights are the same. It involves a lot of problem solving and providing care and reassurance for patients and families who can be very distressed," said Jenny, who drives an average of 50 to 60 miles per shift to see patients.

She is one of 547 nurses across England, Wales and Northern Ireland to receive the title of Queen’s Nurse in recognition of her commitment to ongoing learning, leadership and excellence in healthcare.

Read Jenny’s story at https://eput.nhs.uk/news-events/posts/dedicated-nurse-receives-queen-s-nurse-title/

For more information on careers in nursing and healthcare at our Trust, visit eput.nhs.uk

PHOTO CREDIT: The Queen’s Nursing Institute

12/11/2024

Congratulations to two of our staff who have been shortlisted in this year’s Nursing Times Workforce Awards.

Nurse Prince Adoe has been shortlisted for Overseas Nurse of the Year, and Moriam Adekunle, Director of Safety and Patient Safety Specialist, has been shortlisted for Diversity and Inclusion Champion of the Year.

The Trust has also been shortlisted for Best Employer for Diversity and Inclusion for RISE, a customised talent development programme for colleagues from Black, Asian, and minority ethnic backgrounds.

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08/11/2024

We were recently presented with the National Preceptorship Interim Quality Mark award for providing a high standard of preceptorship for newly qualified nurses.

We were pleased to welcome Sue Hatton, Deputy Regional Head of Nursing and Midwifery at NHS East of England, and Deborah Cubitt, Senior Clinical Manager at NHS England, who presented the award to colleagues and heard more about the programme.

All newly registered nurses and allied health professionals, nursing associates, and midwives should undertake preceptorship for their first-year post-registration.

It is a structured programme for newly qualified practitioners and those returning to professional practice, which enables them to have a smooth transition in their new team and place of work.

More than 300 preceptees are currently registered on our multi-professional preceptorship rolling programme and we welcome around 20 new recruits each month.

They include nurses, allied health professionals, nursing associates and staff returning to professional practice.

NHS England’s National Preceptorship Team awards the National Preceptorship Interim Quality Mark to organisations that can demonstrate they meet the required standards.

Allen Senivassen, Student Education Facilitator and Preceptorship Lead, said: “At EPUT we are constantly seeking ways to enhance the quality of our preceptorship programme, and have established a Preceptorship Steering Committee which works to ensure that our programme is of gold standard.”

25/09/2024

Join us in making a difference in people's lives - we are recruiting for a Communications Officer in Wickford, Essex!

Closing Date: 29th September 2024

To learn more about this role and apply, please visit https://ow.ly/HHv150Tp5jr

Mid and South Essex Integrated Care System

25/09/2024

Today, on World Pharmacists Day, we are recognising our Pharmacy team and encouraging people to consider a career in Pharmacy.

EPUT’s team of pharmacists play a vital role in the care of patients across inpatient and community services, supporting them through every step of their care, treatment and recovery.

More than 50 pharmacists work across our inpatient and community teams, helping to administer more than two million doses of medication every year and working with patients and clinical colleagues to ensure patients get the best results from the medicines they take.

EPUT’s Pharmacy team is currently recruiting – details of all vacancies can be found on our website at https://www.eput.nhs.uk/vacancies

Three of our pharmacists have shared why they chose their career path at https://eput.nhs.uk/news-events/posts/world-pharmacists-day/

24/09/2024

Exciting opportunities for Community Mental Health Nurses!
Use your experience to make a difference to the people in your community. We have a number of mental health positions across Essex, where you can build your skills and start a rewarding hashtag

For more information and to apply visit, https://ow.ly/NrHT50TlcTw

29/08/2024

Are you an autistic individual seeking a career opportunity in a supportive environment that values your unique strengths?

Applications are now open for our Autism Internship Programme 2024!

This initiative offers a person-centred approach, providing autistic individuals, over 18, with career opportunities where they are supported, and their strengths are celebrated.

To find out more about our well-established programme, now in its 4th year, visit our Working for Essex website.

28/08/2024

Join us in making a positive difference in someone's life. Explore new opportunities in your nursing career with EPUT.
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22/08/2024

Speech and Language Therapist vacancies across Essex. Your chance to join a multidisciplinary team and be a part of people recovery.

22/08/2024

An important reminder for GCSE results day today 💚

22/08/2024

Good luck to everyone receiving their GCSE results today.
Whatever the outcome there is always more than one path to a career in the NHS.

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22/08/2024

Are you ready for a change? From flexible working to development opportunities, learn how EPUT can help you on your journey to a fulfilling career with the NHS!

https://eput.nhs.uk/your-eput-career/

‘After working in HR for 20 years, I wanted a career with purpose, that aligned with my values and helped people.’

Meet Sheila, who at 55 years old found a new lease of life with the NHS after she secured her role as a Healthcare Assistant at University Hospital Southampton NHS FT.

‘I reassessed what I wanted out of life and when someone suggested I apply as a Healthcare Assistant, I decided to go for it.

I had an interview to join the ultrasound department within a week, and a job offer within 24 hours after that. Everyone was so supportive and I had excellent training.’

Now thriving in the radiology unit helping to care for patients before and after procedures, Sheila is eyeing the Nursing Associate apprenticeship next.

‘I’ve been encouraged to pursue further study and I’ve welcomed every opportunity going. For the remainder of my working life, I want to be working here, and I’d encourage anyone like me to come and do the same.’

It’s never too late to find the job you love. There are over 350 different careers in the NHS, one is waiting for you. Visit https://www.healthcareers.nhs.uk/