Job summary
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced surgical nurse to help develop our Bariatric Service at MTW.
The post holder will be pivotal within the Multidisciplinary Team so experience is desirable, however training can be given.
They will work alongside the General Surgical Teams on both hospital sites, contributing to the delivery and evaluation of evidence-based patient care throughout the appropriate treatment pathway. They will have responsibilities for assessing the clinical and holistic needs of the patient, liaising with the General Surgery Team and the wider Multidisciplinary Teams across the Trust's sites to promote coordinated care.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be responsible for planning and organising their own caseload. They will have the opportunity to develop their organisational and clinical skills and will be expected to participate in managing the administration associated with the service. She/he will be expected to assist with and participate in teaching, audit, and research programmes.
The role will be innovative and encompass all aspects of the patient care pathway, acting as a nurse advisor and support to patients and families on the Bariatric pathway, giving supporting information and assistance, both within the formal/informal setting.
The post holder will not be required to manage a delegated budget but should be aware of budgetary constraints within the Trust and assist the team to provide advice and make recommendations in regard to maintaining a cost-effective service.
About us
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust ranks among the top 10 NHS Trusts nationwide and was named the second-best Trust to work for in the South East in the 2023 NHS Staff Survey.
We are a large acute hospital trust in south-east England, providing general hospital services and specialist care to around 600,000 residents in West Kent and East Sussex. With a dedicated team of over 8,000 staff we are proud to offer specialised cancer services to over two million people through the Kent Oncology Centre.
Fordcombe Hospital, near Tunbridge Wells, became part of the Trust in October 2024. Specialising in planned care, it offers two operating theatres, 28 inpatient and day-care beds, diagnostic services (X-ray, MRI, CT, and endoscopy), and consultation/treatment rooms.
Looking for flexible working?We are a flexible working-friendly organisation. Whether it's adjusting your hours or exploring other flexible arrangements, we want to work with you to find the best solution for you, our patients, and the Trust. Talk to us about how we can accommodate your working needs.
Joining us includes a comprehensive benefits package:
- At least 27 days of annual leave plus public/bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time staff).
- Membership in the NHS Pension Scheme, with a 20.6% employer contribution and life assurance benefits
- Blue Light card eligibility
- And more, additional benefits can be found in the benefits documents below
Job description
Job responsibilities
Weve provided all the details you need about this role in the job description and person specification. Please take a moment to review the criteria in the person specification and share specific examples in your application that demonstrate how you meet these requirements. Please also check your application for errors/omissions prior to submission.
Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service Check at Enhanced Level. (Enhanced level now includes regulated checks against vulnerable adults and children)
All successful applicants will be required to complete our corporate trust induction once a start date had been agreed.
Following your corporate induction you will be expected to attend the Trusts 2-week Induction Programme for RNs, NAs, RMs, ODPs and Paramedics.The programme is full-time (please email mtw-tr.professionalstandards@nhs.net if this is problematic) and will involve travel to both Trust sites. The programme includes supernumerary shifts in the clinical area, classroom-based sessions and e-learning.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Weve provided all the details you need about this role in the job description and person specification. Please take a moment to review the criteria in the person specification and share specific examples in your application that demonstrate how you meet these requirements. Please also check your application for errors/omissions prior to submission.
Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service Check at Enhanced Level. (Enhanced level now includes regulated checks against vulnerable adults and children)
All successful applicants will be required to complete our corporate trust induction once a start date had been agreed.
Following your corporate induction you will be expected to attend the Trusts 2-week Induction Programme for RNs, NAs, RMs, ODPs and Paramedics.The programme is full-time (please email mtw-tr.professionalstandards@nhs.net if this is problematic) and will involve travel to both Trust sites. The programme includes supernumerary shifts in the clinical area, classroom-based sessions and e-learning.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Master's Degree or equivalent relevant experience
- NMC Registered Nurse
Desirable
- Working towards a post registration qualification in a clinical specialism
Experience
Essential
- Working in Teams
- Working with minimal supervision
Desirable
- Experience of applying clinical reasoning skills to a range of complex and varied patient case mixes.
- Experience in a caring role.
Knowledge
Essential
- Competence across a range of nursing skills supported by professional and clinical knowledge.
- Possess the mandatory training requirements for role including infection control and health and safety competencies.
- Demonstrate principles of accountable practice
- English Language to IELTS 7.0
Desirable
- Possess Equipment and Medical Competences.
- Continuing professional development.
- Trained on MS Office and other relevant packages
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Master's Degree or equivalent relevant experience
- NMC Registered Nurse
Desirable
- Working towards a post registration qualification in a clinical specialism
Experience
Essential
- Working in Teams
- Working with minimal supervision
Desirable
- Experience of applying clinical reasoning skills to a range of complex and varied patient case mixes.
- Experience in a caring role.
Knowledge
Essential
- Competence across a range of nursing skills supported by professional and clinical knowledge.
- Possess the mandatory training requirements for role including infection control and health and safety competencies.
- Demonstrate principles of accountable practice
- English Language to IELTS 7.0
Desirable
- Possess Equipment and Medical Competences.
- Continuing professional development.
- Trained on MS Office and other relevant packages
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).
