Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen within the gynaecology department at Whiston hospital.
The post holder will be expected to assist the Ward Manager in all aspects of the clinical operation of a 23 bedded Gynaecology Ward and Gynaecology Assessment Unit.
Successful applicants will need to be highly motivated and enthusiastic, have experience in surgical nursing and possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
We require an individual who is forward thinking, well organised with a positive attitude towards flexibility and change. Recent gynaecological experience at band 5 level or above is desirable along with a proven track record of effective communication, leadership and clinical expertise.
Main duties of the job
- Take charge regularly of a ward in the absence of the Ward Manager.
- Lead a team of staff at Band 5 and below and set and maintain delivery of quality of care.
- Have an awareness of the Clinical Governance Agenda is essential. They will have responsibility for the development, implementation and evaluation of care plans and will ensure optimal standards of care by acting as a role model.
- To act as clinical expert for nursing issues
- To supervise junior staff in the delivery of safe competent care
- Take appropriate action to address any issues or risk
- Promote a patient focused multi-disciplinary approach to care in collaboration with carers, health care professionals and other AHPs
- Ensure a safe and timely discharge / transfer of patients
- Ensure that treatment prescribed by the medical team are carried out and that changes in patient condition are escalated as appropriate
- Act as advocate for the patient, respecting dignity, wishes and beliefs.
About us
Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust serves a population of over 600,000 with a workforce of over 9000 dedicated and skilled staff across 21 sites.
We strongly believe that the communities we serve should all have access to Five Star Patient Care.
Our services:
Acute Care
Providing emergency and maternity services at Whiston, Southport and Ormskirk hospitals, and medical and surgical specialties across all our sites.
Primary Care
Providing primary care services at Marshalls Cross Medical Centre situated in St Helens Hospital.
Community Services
Providing adult community services for St Helens and a wheelchair service in Chorley, South Ribble, and West Lancashire. Our inpatient unit at Newton Community Hospital is where patients needing acute hospital beds can continue rehabilitation, freeing up space for more unwell patients. We also provide urgent care at our Urgent Treatment Centre located in St Helens town centre.
Specialist Regional Services
We provide the Mersey Regional Burns & Plastic Surgery Unit at Whiston Hospital and the Spinal Injuries Unit at Southport Hospital to more than 4 million people across the whole of Merseyside, West Lancashire, Cheshire, Isle of Man and North Wales.
Achievements:
- Rated Outstanding by CQC Inspection August 2018
- Top 100 places to work in the NHS (NHS Employers & Health Service Journal)
- National Preceptorship Accreditation (2023) for Nursing & AHP Preceptorship Programme
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To act as clinical expert for nursing issue.
- To supervise junior staff in the delivery of safe competent care.
- Take appropriate action to address any issues or risk.
- Promote a patient focused multi-disciplinary approach to care in collaboration with carers, health care professionals and other AHPs.
- Ensure a safe and timely discharge / transfer of patients.
- Ensure that treatment prescribed by the medical team are carried out and that changes in patient condition are escalated as appropriate.
- Act as advocate for the patient, respecting dignity, wishes and beliefs.
CLINICAL & PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- Maintain Professional Registration.
- Adhere to the NMC Code of Practice and The Scope of Professional Practice.
- To participate in the recruitment, orientation, development and any other personal issues related to staff as required.
- Optimum use of resources so that standards of care and safety are not compromised.
- Maintain effective communication systems, so that all staff can practice in an informed and professional manner.
- Maintain effective communication with patients, relatives, visitors and staff as required,
- To investigate any untoward incident/complaint thoroughly. Liaise promptly with the Matron or Directorate Manager.
- Be fully conversant with the Major Incident Policy and be prepared to support its activation as required.
- Ensure effective infection prevention and control methods are followed.
- Maintain effective allocation of staff utilising appropriate skill mix.
ADMINISTRATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES
- To ensure that the recording of patient care is comprehensive, concise and in line with the NMC Record Keeping guidance.
- Ensure IT systems are current eg ADT.
TEACHING & TRAINING RESPONSIBILITIES
- To maintain an effective learning environment for all staff, contributing to the training and assessment of staff.
- To act as a role model and expert practitioner, providing support and guidance to nursing staff.
- To participate in the annual performance review of identified staff Band 5 and below in order to identify their training and development needs.
- To participate in an annual performance review to identify the post-holders personal development needs.
- To personally ensure fulfilment of the requirements for professional updating and to maintain a personal record for future registration purposes.
LINE MANAGEMENT/SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Responsibility for designated nursing staff within team including appraisals, HR management and support in clinical practice in conjunction with the Matron.
- Responsibility for nursing staff within the team.
FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
- Managing nursing team and skill mix appropriately, utilising bank and agency staff when appropriate within departments budget.
RESEARCH & AUDIT
- Contribute towards the setting, maintaining and monitoring of standards of care within the Department by leading and participating in surgical audits.
Closing Date - 9th May 2025
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To act as clinical expert for nursing issue.
- To supervise junior staff in the delivery of safe competent care.
- Take appropriate action to address any issues or risk.
- Promote a patient focused multi-disciplinary approach to care in collaboration with carers, health care professionals and other AHPs.
- Ensure a safe and timely discharge / transfer of patients.
- Ensure that treatment prescribed by the medical team are carried out and that changes in patient condition are escalated as appropriate.
- Act as advocate for the patient, respecting dignity, wishes and beliefs.
CLINICAL & PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- Maintain Professional Registration.
- Adhere to the NMC Code of Practice and The Scope of Professional Practice.
- To participate in the recruitment, orientation, development and any other personal issues related to staff as required.
- Optimum use of resources so that standards of care and safety are not compromised.
- Maintain effective communication systems, so that all staff can practice in an informed and professional manner.
- Maintain effective communication with patients, relatives, visitors and staff as required,
- To investigate any untoward incident/complaint thoroughly. Liaise promptly with the Matron or Directorate Manager.
- Be fully conversant with the Major Incident Policy and be prepared to support its activation as required.
- Ensure effective infection prevention and control methods are followed.
- Maintain effective allocation of staff utilising appropriate skill mix.
ADMINISTRATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES
- To ensure that the recording of patient care is comprehensive, concise and in line with the NMC Record Keeping guidance.
- Ensure IT systems are current eg ADT.
TEACHING & TRAINING RESPONSIBILITIES
- To maintain an effective learning environment for all staff, contributing to the training and assessment of staff.
- To act as a role model and expert practitioner, providing support and guidance to nursing staff.
- To participate in the annual performance review of identified staff Band 5 and below in order to identify their training and development needs.
- To participate in an annual performance review to identify the post-holders personal development needs.
- To personally ensure fulfilment of the requirements for professional updating and to maintain a personal record for future registration purposes.
LINE MANAGEMENT/SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Responsibility for designated nursing staff within team including appraisals, HR management and support in clinical practice in conjunction with the Matron.
- Responsibility for nursing staff within the team.
FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
- Managing nursing team and skill mix appropriately, utilising bank and agency staff when appropriate within departments budget.
RESEARCH & AUDIT
- Contribute towards the setting, maintaining and monitoring of standards of care within the Department by leading and participating in surgical audits.
Closing Date - 9th May 2025
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse with current NMC Registration
- Evidence of continued professional development
- Teaching and Assessing Qualification/Training, or equivalent experience
Desirable
- Immediate Life Support/Advanced Life Support
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Substantial post registration experience within an acute setting
- Substantial Gynaecology experience
- Knowledge of the skills required to undertake the role
- Knowledge of current professional and clinical issues
- Knowledge of safeguarding procedures
- Knowledge of IPC Practices
- Evidence of quality improvement in patient care
Desirable
- Experience of clinical teaching
- Facilitated staff professional development
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse with current NMC Registration
- Evidence of continued professional development
- Teaching and Assessing Qualification/Training, or equivalent experience
Desirable
- Immediate Life Support/Advanced Life Support
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Substantial post registration experience within an acute setting
- Substantial Gynaecology experience
- Knowledge of the skills required to undertake the role
- Knowledge of current professional and clinical issues
- Knowledge of safeguarding procedures
- Knowledge of IPC Practices
- Evidence of quality improvement in patient care
Desirable
- Experience of clinical teaching
- Facilitated staff professional development
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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
