About this role
Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic and caring Band 5 Registered Nurse to join our Gynaecology Outpatients team, with a strong focus on supporting the colposcopy service. You will work alongside colposcopists, nurses and healthcare assistants to provide safe, compassionate, high-quality care to women and people with a cervix who are often anxious about abnormal screening results and examinations.
Colposcopy is a specialist, patient-centred service, so this is an excellent opportunity to develop skills in a rewarding area of women's health. Full training and support will be provided, and there is scope for future progression.
Main duties of the job
Assist the colposcopist during examinations, treatments and biopsies, including preparing equipment, solutions and instruments. Welcome and prepare patients, explaining the procedure clearly and answering questions. Provide emotional support and reassurance, acting as chaperone and patient advocate throughout. Support informed consent by checking understanding and escalating any concerns. Handle, label and send histology and cytology specimens accurately, in line with local policy. Provide aftercare advice and written information, including what to expect after biopsy or treatment and when to seek help. General gynaecology outpatient care
Support a range of clinics, such as general gynaecology, postmenopausal bleeding, hysteroscopy and pessary clinics. Carry out observations, urinalysis, pregnancy tests and other point-of-care checks as required. Recognise and escalate deteriorating or unwell patients promptly.
About us
Listen to why colleagues think we are a great place to work! - BHT - A great place to work (buckshealthcare.nhs.uk)
What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you?
As part of our BHT family, you'll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression. We offer flexible and agile workingopportunities,alongside your NHS benefits ofgenerous annual leave entitlement, pension andaccess toNHS discount schemes. We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce. Why work for us?
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. As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect. Greater diversity withinourBHT familyimprovespositive outcomes for the people and communities we serve. A keen supporter of the Armed Forces Community who know the value of employing a service leaver/veteran and their families. What do we stand for?
Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work. Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time. Our care values are collaborate, aspire, respect and enable.
Job description Job responsibilities
Please see the JD and PS for more information. Pleasecocme and visit at Wycombe for a walk around if you are interested.
Person Specification
Education, Qualifications and Training Essential
Registered Nurse/Awaiting NMC PIN Willingness to undergo training (e.g. medications)
Desirable
Evidence of further continued professional development Hold / be working towards an NMC approved mentoring qualification Willingness to develop teaching skills
Experience Essential
Understand the role of a registered nurse
Desirable
Post registration experience working in an acute hospital setting
Skills, Abilities and Knowledge Essential
Good verbal and written communication skills and ability to negotiate in English Ability to manage and prioritise own caseload with supervision Knowledge of the NMC code of conduct Good IT skills Ability to maintain a safe clinical environment conducive to patient care Adaptable to change Ability to work rotating shifts
Desirable
Awareness of the NHSE guidance of clinical governance in order to continuously improve quality of care e.g. quality, safety and ward audit standards
Special Circumstances Desirable
Able to travel to other sites and off site as necessary. Maybe required to work in other departments if requested to do so
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship 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).
Employer details Employer name Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust
Address Wycombe Hospital,
Queen Alexandra Road
High Wycombe
HP11 2TT
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://careers.buckshealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)