Job summary
Centralised Outpatient Department & Infusion Suite, Gassiot House.
Are you an experienced adult registered nurse looking for an exciting new challenge?
Are you passionate about patient care and experience?
Are you hard working, reliable and enjoy working in a team ?
If yes to all of the above and you are looking for an exciting new opportunity, then come and join our amazing and enthusiastic team in Centralised Outpatients Department and Infusion Suite.
We are looking for an experienced Band 5 Qualified Nurse who is registered with the NMC and is looking for an opportunity to learn new skills, help to develop the service further and enjoy working with multiple services. A teaching and assessing qualification together with previous experience working in an infusion unit would be an advantage.
Closing Date: 08th March 2024
Interview date: 20th March 2024
Main duties of the job
The role will involve rotating to work in the clinics in Centralised Outpatient Department which provides clinics for over 20 different specialities. Both Centralised Outpatients and the Infusion Suite are located in Gassiot House, St Thomas' Hospital..
The infusion suite provides treatment for mostly Ophthalmology and Neurology patients' who attend as a day case. You will be given the opportunity to work in all the Outpatient settings and rotate into the infusion suite to provide you with a larger skill set.
If you join our team, you will be given the opportunity to develop and gain a wide range of additional clinical skills and knowledge, enhancing your own personal development whilst contributing to the high standard of care we deliver in the Centralised Outpatient department. It will also offer you the opportunity to be part of our friendly and dynamic nursing team who will support and develop you in your new role.
The post requires the applicant to be able to work under pressure, demonstrate excellent clinical nursing and communication skills, willingness to learn and develop new skills and strive to provide the optimum care for patients and their relatives.
If you are hardworking, keen to develop your skills and have a positive attitude towards patient care and team working then we look forward to hearing from you soon.
About us
Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust comprises five of the UK's best known hospitals - Guy's, St Thomas', Evelina London Children's Hospital, Royal Brompton and Harefield - as well as community services in Lambeth and Southwark, all with a long history of high quality care, clinical excellence, research and innovation.
We are among the UK's busiest, most successful foundation trusts. We provide specialist care for patients including heart and lung, cancer and renal services as well as a full range of local hospital and community services for people in Lambeth and Southwark.
We have around 22,700 staff, making us one of the largest NHS Trusts in the country and one of the biggest employers locally. We aim to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and continue to develop new and existing partnerships with local people, patients, neighbouring NHS organisations, local authorities and charitable bodies and GPs.
We strive to recruit and retain the best staff as the dedication and skills of our employees lie at the heart of our organisation and ensure that our services are of the highest quality, safe and focused on our patients.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Our values help us to define and develop our culture, what we do and how we do it. It is important that you understand andreflect these values throughout your employment with the Trust.
The post holder will:
- Put patients first
- Take pride in what they do
- Respect others
- Strive to be the best
- Act with integrity
Our values and behaviours framework|describes what it means for every one of us in the Trust to put our values into action.The framework can be found on our Trust careers pages and GTIntranet .
Professional Responsibilities
- Is wholly accountable for his / her practice in line with the NMC code of professional conduct and takes every reasonable opportunity to sustain and improve his / her knowledge and professional competence.
- Will act in accordance with Local, Hospital and Statutory Guidelines & Policies including Health and Safety initiatives.
- Will be familiar with the Health and Safety at Works Act, and be aware of its implications and ensure that local unit and departmental policies are followed.
- Will compile a personal & professional portfolio (in conjunction with the Performance management process and the compilation of a Personal Development Plan).
- Will maintain a high standard of care and give courteous reception to all patients and visitors.
- Will adopt a patient orientated approach to work
- Will ensure that the Hospitals policy is understood and carried out with regard to the care and custody of drugs/medications, especially with regard to those covered by the Control of Drugs Act.
- Will be familiar with the wards fire, manual handling and C.O.S.H.H. policies and ensure that all nurses in the ward are aware of the policies.
- Will be fully conversant with the trust major incident plan, and ensure that all nurses on the ward understand the procedure.
- Take all possible precautions to safeguard the welfare and safety of staff, service users, visitors and the public, by implementing all policies related to health, safety, security and risk.
Communication
- Will be responsible for the provision and receipt of complex, sensitive or contentious information related to patients, patient care, relatives, staff and other multidisciplinary colleagues.
- Provides highly specialised advice concerning the care or treatment of identified groups or categories of patients/clients
- Communicate effectively and efficiently with all members of the multi-disciplinary team regarding patient care.
- Will communicate with patients and relatives, making reports and liaising, as appropriate; with medical staff other members of the care team and management.
- Report to the Doctor/Sister/Charge Nurse and members of the multidisciplinary team on patients conditions, both verbally and in writing as necessary.
- Liaise with inter-hospital departments/personnel
- Attend and participate in ward meetings and help promote new ideas and methods and assist in their implementation.
- Attend and participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and case conferences to benefit patient care.
Education & Professional Development
- Act as a role model, giving guidance, counselling and support to unqualified staff and students.
- Actively contribute to the teaching programme within the ward.
- Act as mentor and introduce new staff members to their role within the team.
- Act as preceptor for newly qualified members of staff.
- Act as mentor/assessor to unqualified staff.
- Assist in producing written reports concerning the basic learner nurse in the clinical setting as required by the university.
- Take every opportunity to maintain and improve knowledge and competence, and take steps to keep up to date with clinical and nursing developments.
Local Area Variation to Core Job Description
- To complete competencies specific to the post
- This job description forms the basis of the roles duties. You should be aware that there might be other specific assigned tasks relevant to a particular area of work
- The post holder is required to follow Trust policies and procedures which are regularly updated.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Our values help us to define and develop our culture, what we do and how we do it. It is important that you understand andreflect these values throughout your employment with the Trust.
The post holder will:
- Put patients first
- Take pride in what they do
- Respect others
- Strive to be the best
- Act with integrity
Our values and behaviours framework|describes what it means for every one of us in the Trust to put our values into action.The framework can be found on our Trust careers pages and GTIntranet .
Professional Responsibilities
- Is wholly accountable for his / her practice in line with the NMC code of professional conduct and takes every reasonable opportunity to sustain and improve his / her knowledge and professional competence.
- Will act in accordance with Local, Hospital and Statutory Guidelines & Policies including Health and Safety initiatives.
- Will be familiar with the Health and Safety at Works Act, and be aware of its implications and ensure that local unit and departmental policies are followed.
- Will compile a personal & professional portfolio (in conjunction with the Performance management process and the compilation of a Personal Development Plan).
- Will maintain a high standard of care and give courteous reception to all patients and visitors.
- Will adopt a patient orientated approach to work
- Will ensure that the Hospitals policy is understood and carried out with regard to the care and custody of drugs/medications, especially with regard to those covered by the Control of Drugs Act.
- Will be familiar with the wards fire, manual handling and C.O.S.H.H. policies and ensure that all nurses in the ward are aware of the policies.
- Will be fully conversant with the trust major incident plan, and ensure that all nurses on the ward understand the procedure.
- Take all possible precautions to safeguard the welfare and safety of staff, service users, visitors and the public, by implementing all policies related to health, safety, security and risk.
Communication
- Will be responsible for the provision and receipt of complex, sensitive or contentious information related to patients, patient care, relatives, staff and other multidisciplinary colleagues.
- Provides highly specialised advice concerning the care or treatment of identified groups or categories of patients/clients
- Communicate effectively and efficiently with all members of the multi-disciplinary team regarding patient care.
- Will communicate with patients and relatives, making reports and liaising, as appropriate; with medical staff other members of the care team and management.
- Report to the Doctor/Sister/Charge Nurse and members of the multidisciplinary team on patients conditions, both verbally and in writing as necessary.
- Liaise with inter-hospital departments/personnel
- Attend and participate in ward meetings and help promote new ideas and methods and assist in their implementation.
- Attend and participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and case conferences to benefit patient care.
Education & Professional Development
- Act as a role model, giving guidance, counselling and support to unqualified staff and students.
- Actively contribute to the teaching programme within the ward.
- Act as mentor and introduce new staff members to their role within the team.
- Act as preceptor for newly qualified members of staff.
- Act as mentor/assessor to unqualified staff.
- Assist in producing written reports concerning the basic learner nurse in the clinical setting as required by the university.
- Take every opportunity to maintain and improve knowledge and competence, and take steps to keep up to date with clinical and nursing developments.
Local Area Variation to Core Job Description
- To complete competencies specific to the post
- This job description forms the basis of the roles duties. You should be aware that there might be other specific assigned tasks relevant to a particular area of work
- The post holder is required to follow Trust policies and procedures which are regularly updated.
Person Specification
Skills
Essential
- Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
- Basic Computer Skills including ability to use Microsoft Word and Electronic Patient Records (EPR)
- Ability to administer prescribed medication including blood & blood products
- Able to prioritise and meet deadlines
Desirable
- Able to work as an effective team member & manage difficult situations
- Uses own initiative and is able to take decisions Self motivated Able to maintain clear and legible documentation An understanding of Audit and Research Based Nursing Practice
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in the relevant area
- Experience of administering intravenous drug therapy
- Experience in coordinating shifts
- Supervision of junior staff
Desirable
- Previous experience in other nursing fields
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- RN1/ RN2/ RN12 or RN Child Registered Nurse on the NMC register. To hold the appropriate level for the area of speciality.
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
- Teaching & assessing qualification
- Relevant qualifications required or course to area
Values & Behaviour
Essential
Person Specification
Skills
Essential
- Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
- Basic Computer Skills including ability to use Microsoft Word and Electronic Patient Records (EPR)
- Ability to administer prescribed medication including blood & blood products
- Able to prioritise and meet deadlines
Desirable
- Able to work as an effective team member & manage difficult situations
- Uses own initiative and is able to take decisions Self motivated Able to maintain clear and legible documentation An understanding of Audit and Research Based Nursing Practice
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in the relevant area
- Experience of administering intravenous drug therapy
- Experience in coordinating shifts
- Supervision of junior staff
Desirable
- Previous experience in other nursing fields
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- RN1/ RN2/ RN12 or RN Child Registered Nurse on the NMC register. To hold the appropriate level for the area of speciality.
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
- Teaching & assessing qualification
- Relevant qualifications required or course to area
Values & Behaviour
Essential
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
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).
