Outreach Outpatients - Registered Nurse

Job summary

To work as a member of the Outreach Outpatient Team and provide specialised nursing care for the patients in clinic. This requires knowledge of equipment and specialised training on procedures undertaken in the outpatient department.

The post holder will need to demonstrate a genuine interest in outpatients, whilst experience in outpatients would be desirable full training will be given. There is an expectation that the post holder will also support the other off site areas.

In consultation with Senior staff, the assessment, implementation and setting of standards of care.

Maintain standards in accordance with Department / Trust policies and procedures.

Maintain a safe working environment, being aware of the necessity to comply with Health and Safety regulations and the environmental Health act, and to attend mandatory training courses.

Maintain safe custody of all drugs and medicines and ensure policies and procedures are adhered to.

To provide holiday and sickness cover where required.

To run and supervise a clinic / treatment session as required.

Work unsupervised at times, using Departmental Protocols and Policies.

Demonstrate an awareness of departmental budgets.

Main duties of the job

1. Work as a member of the Outreach Outpatients team and to provide specialised nursing care for patients throughout the various areas. This requires detailed knowledge of equipment and specialised information on procedures undertaken.
2. In consultation with senior staff, the assessment, implementation and setting of standards of care.
3. Maintain high standards of communication in all formats including verbal written and electronic.
4. To be involved in the breaking of bad news as agreed with the clinicians.
5. Ensures that the quality of written communication and information given to patients is maintained and in accordance with the Patient Services Department quality standards.
6. Ensuring that equipment is safe for use and maintained as per policy.
7. Keep up to date with clinical developments and standards, i.e. NICE guidance. Maintaining a portfolio of clinical skills and competency based assessments, underpinning theoretical knowledge as required by the NMC.
8. Self-development and participation in continuous and post basic education, as laid down by the NMC.
9. Complies with requirements of the Caldicott Report, the Data Protection Act, Access to Health Records Act and subsequent legislation issued in relation to computer retained, preserving the confidentiality of patient identifiable data at all times.
10. Teaching and mentorship of students and junior staff.
11. To assist with induction training of new members of staff, meeting professional requirements by actively participating in teaching.

About us

At Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust we provide 'outstanding' care to both our patients and our staff. We support staff through benefits, health and wellbeing initiatives and opportunities for personal and professional development.

• An inclusive and supportive culture - our Trust encourages staff to bring their whole selves to work and active Staff Networks identify areas for improvement.
• Staff Recognition - as well as regular appraisals, we recognise staff with our Making a Difference, Team of the Month Awards & Colleague Recognition Awards
• Employee Support and wellbeing - we have a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, counselling service and fast track physiotherapy service for employees.
• Staff Benefits - We have a range of staff benefits and schemes to support staff health, engagement, wellbeing and inclusion.

Employer details

Employer name

Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Outreach Outpatients - Alwoodley, Yeadon, Wetherby, Ripon

Harrogate, Leeds and Ripon

HG2 7SX

Employer's website

https://www.hdft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

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Employer details

Employer name

Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Outreach Outpatients - Alwoodley, Yeadon, Wetherby, Ripon

Harrogate, Leeds and Ripon

HG2 7SX

Employer's website

https://www.hdft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

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