Job summary
Due to expansion of the Surgical Assessment Unit, we are looking for Band 5 nurses.
Come and join our enthusiastic and dynamic nursing team on the Surgical Assessment Unit at Stoke Mandeville Hospital striving to provide high quality specialist surgical care to our patients.
SAU is a team of registered and unregistered nurses working closely with several Specialist surgical teams to provide acute care to a wide demographic of patients within Buckinghamshire.
As a senior team, we strive to develop and 'grow' our staff. We actively promote professional development and strive to offer a learning environment where staff feel empowered to enhance their knowledge.
Main duties of the job
We are seeking a highly motivated, forward thinking Band 5 Registered Nurse to work on our specialised Unit covering general surgery, gynaecology, urology and plastic surgery. We offer a direct referral process from GP surgeries, providing nurse triage and assessment across all patient pathways.
If you are a newly qualified nurse, you will be supported through the Trusts 2 year preceptorship programme. For experienced nurses, your development will be tailored to your individual needs along with a specifically designed surgical competency passport. Further patient assessment and triage training can be provided along with the option to complete a deteriorating patient course.
Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust is dedicated to providing good communication networks and supporting staff's well being. The trust has a dedicated wellness hub for staff to access.
Shifts are based on a 24/7 shift rotation of long days and night shifts to meet the needs of the service.
About us
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What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you?o As part of our BHT family, you'll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.o We offer flexible and agile working opportunities, alongside your NHS benefits of generous annual leave entitlement, pension and access to NHS discount schemes. o We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.Why work for us?o We're committed to promoting inclusion and making sure all colleagues feel they belong. We encourage new colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply.o As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect.o Greater diversity within our BHT family improves positive outcomes for the people and communities we serve.What do we stand for?o Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work.o Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time.o Our CARE values are collaborate, aspire, respect and enable.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert.
Person Specification
EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING
Essential
- Good general education
- Registered General Nurse
- Evidence of further surgical nursing specific education
EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Previous Surgical nursing experience
Desirable
- Previous work-related experience
- Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative
SKILLS, ABILITIES & KNOWLEDGE
Essential
- Ability to write clearly and legibly in English
- Cannulation and venepuncture skills
- Ability to communicate clearly with patients and multidisciplinary team
- Knowledge of the role of a band 5
- Ability to work all shifts including night duty
- Knowledge of the NMC Code of Professional Conduct
- Computer skills
- Self-motivated
Desirable
- Able to manage own case load with supervision
- Knowledge of evidence based practice
- Good time management skills
- Knowledge of the Data Protection Act
SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES
Desirable
- Ability to travel to other sites for training etc.
Person Specification
EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING
Essential
- Good general education
- Registered General Nurse
- Evidence of further surgical nursing specific education
EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Previous Surgical nursing experience
Desirable
- Previous work-related experience
- Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative
SKILLS, ABILITIES & KNOWLEDGE
Essential
- Ability to write clearly and legibly in English
- Cannulation and venepuncture skills
- Ability to communicate clearly with patients and multidisciplinary team
- Knowledge of the role of a band 5
- Ability to work all shifts including night duty
- Knowledge of the NMC Code of Professional Conduct
- Computer skills
- Self-motivated
Desirable
- Able to manage own case load with supervision
- Knowledge of evidence based practice
- Good time management skills
- Knowledge of the Data Protection Act
SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES
Desirable
- Ability to travel to other sites for training etc.
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).
