Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team here at The Bedford Centre as a registered nurse.
We offer care to women who are unable to continue with their pregnancy.
We support and assess the women who seek treatment here through referral from the British Pregnancy Advisory service as well as women referred here from within our own early pregnancy services and antenatal clinics.
We care for women with pregnancy complications , our aim is to support the reproductive choice by advocating and providing high quality services to end and where possible prevent unwanted pregnancies with contraception or by termination of pregnancy.
Surgical and Sexual health nursing experience would be an advantage.
Main duties of the job
The roles involve;
Nurse led counselling and assessment of women wishing to terminate their pregnancy including obtaining informed consent for procedures.
Postal treatment for early medical termination
Clinical support for surgical termination procedures in an outpatient setting
Pre and post-operative care in the ward areas
Willingness to develop skills in contraception and reproductive health?
The successful candidates will be hard-working, enthusiastic and motivated forward thinking individuals with excellent communication skills, is committed to delivering excellent standards of patient care and high quality patient experience.
About us
Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust delivers the highest standards of care for women, babies and families. Each year we deliver over 7,500 babies, carry out over 49,000 gynaecological inpatient and outpatient procedures, care for over 1,000 poorly & preterm newborns, perform around 1,000 IVF cycles and have over 4,000 genetic appointments taking place. We believe that this along with a strong dedication to research & innovation makes usthe specialist health provider of choice in Europe for women, babies and families.
We have some of the leading experts in their field, which has been showcased on national TV and news, making our teams famous across the world for professionalism, skill & compassion.
The Trust is constantly innovating and evolving it's services to provide the most cutting edge and modern care possible. As well as developing services on our current site we have long-term aspirations for the future. We have recently launched a number of new strategies which provide a detailed long-term plan for our services.
Check out why Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust is a great place to work using the links below:
Video: https://vimeo.com/556197652
Online brochure: https://www.liverpoolwomens.nhs.uk/media/4121/recruitment-pack-great-place-to-work-16pp-v4-final.pdf
Job description
Job responsibilities
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of termination of pregnancy procedures or a willingness to learn.
Demonstrate a knowledge of the legal requirements in relation to termination of pregnancy or a willingness to learn.
Deliver nurse led consultations to patients seeking termination of pregnancy in a non-judgemental, non directional way.
To be responsible for the assessment of patient care needs and the development, implementation and evaluation of plans of care, ensuring high standards of evidence based care, using a defined model/care pathway in conjunction with senior staff.
Ensure safe administration of medication according to Trust policy and procedures
Caring for patients both pre and post operatively
Job description
Job responsibilities
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of termination of pregnancy procedures or a willingness to learn.
Demonstrate a knowledge of the legal requirements in relation to termination of pregnancy or a willingness to learn.
Deliver nurse led consultations to patients seeking termination of pregnancy in a non-judgemental, non directional way.
To be responsible for the assessment of patient care needs and the development, implementation and evaluation of plans of care, ensuring high standards of evidence based care, using a defined model/care pathway in conjunction with senior staff.
Ensure safe administration of medication according to Trust policy and procedures
Caring for patients both pre and post operatively
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Health Promotion
- Experience of developing plans of care
Qualifications and Learning
Essential
- RGN
- Evidence of recent professional updating and relevant personal development
Desirable
- Mentorship in Practice/ ENB998
- R71 Contraception and Reproductive Sexual Health Certificate or equivalent
Personal Attributes Qualities
Essential
- Ability to manage time and work under pressure
- Promote local resolution to complaints and demonstrate ability to diffuse conflict
- Promote positive reporting culture for incidents/ ACE's
- Be able to work effectively as part of a team
- Methodical and well organised approach
- Ability to portray a professional image including inspiring confidence and trust
- Confidence to liaise with other members of the multidisciplinary team and be courteous patient and helpful at all times
- Role Models the 6Cs ( Care, Compassion, Competence, Communication, Courage, Commitment) in everyday care of patients
Skills, Knowledge and Aptitude
Essential
- Excellent Communication skills, demonstrating effective listening and engaging with patients and family effectively
- Knowledge of infection prevention and control policy and processes
- Demonstrates an interest in Women's health
- Ability to contribute and promote change.
- Good time management
- Computer skills
Desirable
- Competencies in clinical tasks such as ANTT, venepuncture
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Health Promotion
- Experience of developing plans of care
Qualifications and Learning
Essential
- RGN
- Evidence of recent professional updating and relevant personal development
Desirable
- Mentorship in Practice/ ENB998
- R71 Contraception and Reproductive Sexual Health Certificate or equivalent
Personal Attributes Qualities
Essential
- Ability to manage time and work under pressure
- Promote local resolution to complaints and demonstrate ability to diffuse conflict
- Promote positive reporting culture for incidents/ ACE's
- Be able to work effectively as part of a team
- Methodical and well organised approach
- Ability to portray a professional image including inspiring confidence and trust
- Confidence to liaise with other members of the multidisciplinary team and be courteous patient and helpful at all times
- Role Models the 6Cs ( Care, Compassion, Competence, Communication, Courage, Commitment) in everyday care of patients
Skills, Knowledge and Aptitude
Essential
- Excellent Communication skills, demonstrating effective listening and engaging with patients and family effectively
- Knowledge of infection prevention and control policy and processes
- Demonstrates an interest in Women's health
- Ability to contribute and promote change.
- Good time management
- Computer skills
Desirable
- Competencies in clinical tasks such as ANTT, venepuncture
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
