Job summary
A position is available for a registered nurse within the Medical Day unit at Singleton Hospital. This is an exciting opportunity to Join the team at a time where the unit is rapidly developing and progressing to increase outpatient services and support admission avoidance. Patients attend the unit for a wide range of therapeutic day case procedures and interventions. The patients attending will be from a variety of specialities which include medicine, surgery, oncology and haematology. The day unit currently operates a 5 day service 8am to 8pm, this will be progressing to a 7 day service as the unit develops. The successful candidate is required to work well as part of a team and independently, continually striving to improve and deliver a high standard of care and service to patients across all sites of Swansea bay UHB trust
Main duties of the job
The role requires direct patient care for a wide variety of procedures and processes on an outpatient basis. Patients attend the Day Unit for a host of therapeutic interventions including routine infusions, blood transfusions and injections.Patients attend for pre and post care for procedures such as biopsies, examinations under ultra sound and a variety of endoscopy procedures. They attend for hot clinics which can lead to new diagnoses and follow up appointments following discharge from hospital.
The role requires maintenance of accurate records, effective communication skills, working well as a team and independently.
The post holder will be required to supervise junior and non-registered staff and be able to delegate work as appropriate.
It also involves coordination of patients and services to utilise the time and space within the unit most effectively.
The successful candidate will need to develop professional/working relationships with colleagues and other members of the multi-disciplinary team.
Venepuncture and Cannulation is an essential element of this role and training will be provided as necessary.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
The Medical Day Unit is currently a small team with so much to offer. The service is rapidly evolving . They are led by a dynamic band 7 and have unwavering support from clinical nurse specialists, PA and medical colleagues.
We believe staff are our best asset and wewant you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board.
As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation.
We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex; religion or belief; race; age; sexual orientation; gender identity or, whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled.
Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show thatour commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do.
If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery,with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The responsibility for the delivery of patient care using systematic assessment criteria without direct supervision
Undertake a comprehensive nursing assessment of each patient within own sphere of responsibility. Formulate, deliver and evaluate care plans designed to meet the specific individual needs of each of these patients as aligned with the Fundamentals of Care (Welsh Assembly Government 2003)
Communicate effectively with all disciplines involved in planning of patient care
Have an overview of the current NICE guidelines in regards to the treatments
Deliver the nursing care to meet the needs of patients, as prescribed in care plans
Supervise, assist and instruct junior staff (both qualified and unqualified) in the provision of nursing care to all patients within the clinical area on a daily basis
Demonstrate through clinical practice awareness and application of research into current practices. Participate as directed in audit and research projects, with support and supervision of the Senior Nurse on duty.
Maintain personal contact with patients, relatives and carers by using empathic and reassurance skills, promoting effective communication regarding treatment, ensuring that the Health Boards Consent Policy is adhered to
Ensure correct care and use of equipment, NHS property and patients property and valuables in accordance with the agreed procedures, reporting suspicious of fraud or misuse to the line manager.
Report accidents/untoward occurrences and complaints to the Senior Nurse on duty, as soon as possible. Promptly report concerns and clinical risks, either verbally or using the ABMU Health Board risk reporting mechanisms.
Observe confidentiality of information and maintain comprehensive, contemporaneous records in line with policies and guidance such as NMC Guidelines for records and record keeping (2002). Provide and receive reports to and from nursing staff in written and verbal format and where appropriate using Information Technology.
Discuss with patients as part of the care plan, health promotion and lifestyle changes to improve health and quality of life.
Monitor and order adequate stocks of drugs, medicines and equipment in line with the unit policy.
Administration of medicines, e.g. in line with NMC Guidance and Health Board Policy
Job description
Job responsibilities
The responsibility for the delivery of patient care using systematic assessment criteria without direct supervision
Undertake a comprehensive nursing assessment of each patient within own sphere of responsibility. Formulate, deliver and evaluate care plans designed to meet the specific individual needs of each of these patients as aligned with the Fundamentals of Care (Welsh Assembly Government 2003)
Communicate effectively with all disciplines involved in planning of patient care
Have an overview of the current NICE guidelines in regards to the treatments
Deliver the nursing care to meet the needs of patients, as prescribed in care plans
Supervise, assist and instruct junior staff (both qualified and unqualified) in the provision of nursing care to all patients within the clinical area on a daily basis
Demonstrate through clinical practice awareness and application of research into current practices. Participate as directed in audit and research projects, with support and supervision of the Senior Nurse on duty.
Maintain personal contact with patients, relatives and carers by using empathic and reassurance skills, promoting effective communication regarding treatment, ensuring that the Health Boards Consent Policy is adhered to
Ensure correct care and use of equipment, NHS property and patients property and valuables in accordance with the agreed procedures, reporting suspicious of fraud or misuse to the line manager.
Report accidents/untoward occurrences and complaints to the Senior Nurse on duty, as soon as possible. Promptly report concerns and clinical risks, either verbally or using the ABMU Health Board risk reporting mechanisms.
Observe confidentiality of information and maintain comprehensive, contemporaneous records in line with policies and guidance such as NMC Guidelines for records and record keeping (2002). Provide and receive reports to and from nursing staff in written and verbal format and where appropriate using Information Technology.
Discuss with patients as part of the care plan, health promotion and lifestyle changes to improve health and quality of life.
Monitor and order adequate stocks of drugs, medicines and equipment in line with the unit policy.
Administration of medicines, e.g. in line with NMC Guidance and Health Board Policy
Person Specification
Qualifications and experience
Essential
- Valid NMC registration
- Minimum 1 year post registration clinical experience
Desirable
skills & competancies
Essential
- Effective communication skills
Desirable
- Clear understanding of clinical governance
- Computer literacy
Person Specification
Qualifications and experience
Essential
- Valid NMC registration
- Minimum 1 year post registration clinical experience
Desirable
skills & competancies
Essential
- Effective communication skills
Desirable
- Clear understanding of clinical governance
- Computer literacy
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
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).
