Job summary
an exciting opportunity has arisen to join the fantastic team in the Early Pregnancy Assessment Unit which is situated in the Maternity Unit at UHNM.
If you are interested in a career in early pregnancy health we would be delighted to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
The Post holder will be responsible for the assessment of the needs, development of programmes of care, and for the implementation and evaluatiThe Post holder will be responsible for the assessment of the needs, development of programmes of care, and for the implementation and evaluation of these programmes for patients and their relatives.-To provide a high standard of clinical nursing within the ward / department-To manage a group of patients- To take charge of the ward when rostered and assessed as competent to take on the roles and responsibilities of leadership and supervision-To act as a role model to students and Clinical Support Workers- To present a positive, professional image of the organisation and of the nursing teamon of these programmes for patients and their relatives.- To provide a high standard of clinical nursing within the ward / department- To manage a group of patients
-To take charge of the ward when rostered and assessed as competent to take on the roles and responsibilities of leadership and supervision- To act as a role model to students and Clinical Support Workers- To present a positive, professional image of the organisation and of the nursing team
About us
University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust is one of the largest and most modern in the country. Based across two sites, Royal Stoke in Stoke-on-Trent and County Hospital in Stafford, we are proud to serve around three million people and we're highly regarded for our facilities, teaching and research. We are the specialist centre for major trauma for the North Midlands and North Wales.
All of our employees make a valuable contribution regardless of role here at UHNM and we are proud of our wide range of development packages aimed at ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to fulfil their true potential.
UHNM create and encourage a culture of inclusion, providing equal opportunities for career development that are fair and transparent. We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture in which all staff feel valued and respected. In return we ask all of our employees to make a commitment to the values, co-created by or staff, patients and carers, and that unite us as a Trust.
At University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust we know that investing in, supporting and developing our staff has a direct impact on the quality of care that we deliver. Our employees are as important as our patients and the population that we serve.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Communicate using a range of methods to ensure a caring, sensitive and empathetic manner to patients and their relatives.- Communicate sensitive information about patients to other members of the health care team and with the consent of the patient to their relatives. Demonstrate excellent communication skills when dealing with difficult situations Provide clear and concise patient handover to other members of the team.- Escalate concerns in a patients condition to senior members of the nursing team, medical staff.-Initiate referrals to other members of the healthcare team.- To report ward and departmental affairs to the Sister / Charge Nurse and to participate in discussions and ward meetings.- Ensure that patients concerns are addressed through liaison with senior staff-To communicate in a professional manner with all patients and visitors to the ward /department- Promote equality and diversity ensuring that the individual needs of the patients and their families are recognised
Job description
Job responsibilities
Communicate using a range of methods to ensure a caring, sensitive and empathetic manner to patients and their relatives.- Communicate sensitive information about patients to other members of the health care team and with the consent of the patient to their relatives. Demonstrate excellent communication skills when dealing with difficult situations Provide clear and concise patient handover to other members of the team.- Escalate concerns in a patients condition to senior members of the nursing team, medical staff.-Initiate referrals to other members of the healthcare team.- To report ward and departmental affairs to the Sister / Charge Nurse and to participate in discussions and ward meetings.- Ensure that patients concerns are addressed through liaison with senior staff-To communicate in a professional manner with all patients and visitors to the ward /department- Promote equality and diversity ensuring that the individual needs of the patients and their families are recognised
Person Specification
qualification
Essential
- nmc registered
- worked in an acute settling
Desirable
- Early pregnancy scanning experience
- experience with gynae nursing
knowledge of role
Essential
- shows an understanding of the EPU role
- Recognised qualification in teaching and assessing
Desirable
- Ability to work as part of a team and working autonomously
Person Specification
qualification
Essential
- nmc registered
- worked in an acute settling
Desirable
- Early pregnancy scanning experience
- experience with gynae nursing
knowledge of role
Essential
- shows an understanding of the EPU role
- Recognised qualification in teaching and assessing
Desirable
- Ability to work as part of a team and working autonomously
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).
