Job summary
We are looking for a highly enthusiastic, clinically
skilled, friendly and kind staff nurse to join our nursing team on the Womens
Health Unit, Redditch.
We provide a high-quality ambulatory gynaecology service for
women across Worcestershire to include diagnostics and treatments using
outpatient hysteroscopy, cystoscopy, colposcopy, minor procedures and
diagnostic ultrasound scanning.
This is an interesting,
varied and emotionally demanding area of nursing, which is hugely rewarding for
a person that is passionate about Womens Health. We have a cheerful and
skilled nursing team on the unit and work closely with the medics to provide our
services. You will need to have
excellent communication skills to engage with patients, and colleagues. This is an ideal opportunity for a registered
nurse currently working at Band 5 and you will be encouraged to develop and enhance
your knowledge and skills in womens health.
This is a 12-month, Fixed
Term post to cover a secondment within the team. Shifts are 0730-1800h,
generally Monday-Friday. There is an
option of additional shifts on occasions when waiting lists require an
additional clinic, but there is no obligation for this.
If this sounds like a role that you would enjoy and you
would like to join our team, we look forward to hearing from you.
Main duties of the job
Using your clinical experience and skills you will work with
your team to assess, plan, implement and evaluate programmes of care within the
framework of team nursing.
Acting with compassion, you will put patients at the centre
of all you do.
You will communicate effectively with patients and their
loved ones regarding their care and educate patients where there is a need.
You will communicate effectively with the multi-disciplinary
team to ensure high quality patient care.
You will show commitment to sustaining and developing your
clinical competence and professional awareness.
You will provide supervision, support, and education to
unqualified staff and students
This role will require you to work variable hours in order
to fulfil the needs of the unit.
You will show courage by embracing new ways of working and
doing the right thing by the people you care for, including speaking up when
you have concerns.
About us
Our purpose is simple - Putting Patients First. We are
looking for exceptional colleagues who can help us achieve this.
Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust is a large acute
and specialised hospital trust that provides a range of local acute services to
the residents of Worcestershire and more specialised services to a larger
population in Herefordshire and beyond.
The Trust operates hospital-based services from three sites
in Kidderminster, Redditch and Worcester
Our workforce is over 7,000 strong, and our caring staff are
recognised as providing good and outstanding patient-centred care. You could be
one of them.
Better never stops, and we are committed to developing a
culture of continuous improvement.
We are proud to have achieved Timewise accreditation - this
means we are committed to embedding flexible working within our organisation as
a flex positive employer.
DBS Checks and Costs
Any applicants who are offered posts requiring a DBS check
as part of their employment check will have the cost of this check (at the
current rate) deducted from their salary. Please see link in Supporting Information section for more
details on DBS checks and Costs
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Summary:
Using your clinical experience and skills you will work with
your team to assess, plan, implement and evaluate programmes of care within the
framework of team nursing.
You will assist with ambulatory gynaecological diagnostic
and treatment procedures.
Acting with compassion, you will put patients at the centre
of all you do.
You will communicate effectively with patients and their
loved ones regarding their care and educate patients where there is a need.
You will communicate effectively with the multi-disciplinary
team to ensure high quality patient care.
You will show commitment to sustaining and developing your
clinical competence and professional awareness.
You will provide supervision, support, and education to
unqualified staff and students
This role will require you to work variable hours in order
to fulfil the needs of the unit.
You will show courage by embracing new ways of working and
doing the right thing by the people you care for, including speaking up when
you have concerns.
Key Duties:
You will develop, implement and evaluate the programmes of
care including discharge planning for each patient.
You will safeguard vulnerable adults.
You will participate in preceptorship programmes as
appropriate and act as a facilitator/mentor/preceptor/role model to less
experienced staff.
You will educate patients and their carers as required where
a need has been identified, including information on adopting a healthier
lifestyle.
You will complete patient documentation correctly.
You will communicate effectively with patients carers and
members of the multi-disciplinary team.
You will be responsible for developing and sustaining own
knowledge, clinical skills and professional awareness in accordance with NMC
requirements and to maintain a professional portfolio with evidence of
reflective practice.
You will assist in the training and development of student
nurses and health care assistants and complete training as required.
You will contribute to research and development programmes
within the Unit.
You will contribute to the setting and monitoring of
measurable standards of care and be accountable for maintaining standards.
You will participate in the handling of complaints in
accordance with Trust policy.
You will maintain a safe clean environment and follow local
Trust IPC policy.
You will show an awareness of budgeting, exercise care and
economy in the ordering and use of equipment.
You will assist in the assessment of staffing requirements,
report problems to the appropriate manager.
In the absence of a more senior member of staff and as part
of you development programme, with support, will be able to undertake
clinical/shift management within the department.
Other Job Requirements:
The post holder may occasionally be required to work across
other areas of the Trust including Worcestershire Royal Hospital, The Alexandra
Hospital, Redditch and Kidderminster Treatment Centre.
Ability to undertake manual handling and movement tasks and
wear appropriate protective equipment.
Prepared and able to work variable shift pattern
Awareness of self-presentation to patients and relatives.
Professional:
Adheres to the Trust Uniform and dress code policy
Responsible as a trained nurse for the control and
administration of drugs within the regulations outlined in Worcester Acute
Hospital NHS Trust Medicines policy and the NMC, and attends the Medicine
management course.
Participates in Unit projects, enhancing the standards of
care.
Assist in the updating of Professional practice /procedures
in line with current research
Contribute to the learning environment conductive for
nursing students and other staff in training.
Maintain own personal portfolio
Ensure they meet the requirements for revalidation.
Skills and Abilities:
Essential
Excellent time management, prioritisation and organisational
skills.
Able to record and deal with facts, figures and information
accurately
Able to follow Trust and departmental policies and
procedures
Effective communicator both written and verbal
Able to problem solve and be flexible to change in demands
of service.
Ability to mentor and provide effective support to
unregistered staff and students
Ability to identify and manage risk
Determination and tenacity in challenging situations
Ability to identify personal development needs.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Summary:
Using your clinical experience and skills you will work with
your team to assess, plan, implement and evaluate programmes of care within the
framework of team nursing.
You will assist with ambulatory gynaecological diagnostic
and treatment procedures.
Acting with compassion, you will put patients at the centre
of all you do.
You will communicate effectively with patients and their
loved ones regarding their care and educate patients where there is a need.
You will communicate effectively with the multi-disciplinary
team to ensure high quality patient care.
You will show commitment to sustaining and developing your
clinical competence and professional awareness.
You will provide supervision, support, and education to
unqualified staff and students
This role will require you to work variable hours in order
to fulfil the needs of the unit.
You will show courage by embracing new ways of working and
doing the right thing by the people you care for, including speaking up when
you have concerns.
Key Duties:
You will develop, implement and evaluate the programmes of
care including discharge planning for each patient.
You will safeguard vulnerable adults.
You will participate in preceptorship programmes as
appropriate and act as a facilitator/mentor/preceptor/role model to less
experienced staff.
You will educate patients and their carers as required where
a need has been identified, including information on adopting a healthier
lifestyle.
You will complete patient documentation correctly.
You will communicate effectively with patients carers and
members of the multi-disciplinary team.
You will be responsible for developing and sustaining own
knowledge, clinical skills and professional awareness in accordance with NMC
requirements and to maintain a professional portfolio with evidence of
reflective practice.
You will assist in the training and development of student
nurses and health care assistants and complete training as required.
You will contribute to research and development programmes
within the Unit.
You will contribute to the setting and monitoring of
measurable standards of care and be accountable for maintaining standards.
You will participate in the handling of complaints in
accordance with Trust policy.
You will maintain a safe clean environment and follow local
Trust IPC policy.
You will show an awareness of budgeting, exercise care and
economy in the ordering and use of equipment.
You will assist in the assessment of staffing requirements,
report problems to the appropriate manager.
In the absence of a more senior member of staff and as part
of you development programme, with support, will be able to undertake
clinical/shift management within the department.
Other Job Requirements:
The post holder may occasionally be required to work across
other areas of the Trust including Worcestershire Royal Hospital, The Alexandra
Hospital, Redditch and Kidderminster Treatment Centre.
Ability to undertake manual handling and movement tasks and
wear appropriate protective equipment.
Prepared and able to work variable shift pattern
Awareness of self-presentation to patients and relatives.
Professional:
Adheres to the Trust Uniform and dress code policy
Responsible as a trained nurse for the control and
administration of drugs within the regulations outlined in Worcester Acute
Hospital NHS Trust Medicines policy and the NMC, and attends the Medicine
management course.
Participates in Unit projects, enhancing the standards of
care.
Assist in the updating of Professional practice /procedures
in line with current research
Contribute to the learning environment conductive for
nursing students and other staff in training.
Maintain own personal portfolio
Ensure they meet the requirements for revalidation.
Skills and Abilities:
Essential
Excellent time management, prioritisation and organisational
skills.
Able to record and deal with facts, figures and information
accurately
Able to follow Trust and departmental policies and
procedures
Effective communicator both written and verbal
Able to problem solve and be flexible to change in demands
of service.
Ability to mentor and provide effective support to
unregistered staff and students
Ability to identify and manage risk
Determination and tenacity in challenging situations
Ability to identify personal development needs.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience gained through post-registration training.
Desirable
- Experience of Gynaecology.
- Experience of working independently.
- Experience of working within the MDT.
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Excellent professional role model. Positive attitude and able to act on feedback.
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients and colleagues.
- Able to work without supervision.
- Reflective practitioner.
- Flexible.
- Ability to motivate others.
- Ability to cope under pressure.
- Ability to challenge poor behaviour.
- Basic IT skills.
Desirable
- Familiarity with Trust IT systems
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Compassionate and empathetic
- Takes responsible to own professional development.
- Cheerful.
- Insightful.
- Team player.
- Friendly.
Desirable
- Ability to travel independently between hospital sites if required.
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Nursing, or equivalent experience.
- Registered with the NMC.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience gained through post-registration training.
Desirable
- Experience of Gynaecology.
- Experience of working independently.
- Experience of working within the MDT.
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Excellent professional role model. Positive attitude and able to act on feedback.
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients and colleagues.
- Able to work without supervision.
- Reflective practitioner.
- Flexible.
- Ability to motivate others.
- Ability to cope under pressure.
- Ability to challenge poor behaviour.
- Basic IT skills.
Desirable
- Familiarity with Trust IT systems
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Compassionate and empathetic
- Takes responsible to own professional development.
- Cheerful.
- Insightful.
- Team player.
- Friendly.
Desirable
- Ability to travel independently between hospital sites if required.
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Nursing, or equivalent experience.
- Registered with the NMC.
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).
