About this role
Job summary
Outpatient Department Staff Nurse -Fixed Term, 6 months
We are looking for a Staff Nurse to work within our Outpatients Department at West Middlesex University Hospital on a Fixed Term basis.
We are a very busy department that functions between Monday to Friday, 0830 to 1700 and we require a professional, caring, self-motivated and confident staff to support the service. Experience of caring for patients with varied surgical and/or medical conditions is essential.
The post will facilitate an opportunity to apply existing knowledge and skills and develop these further by caring for patients with various surgical and/or medical conditions and other varied specialist conditions, across the outpatients department.
An essential requirement to this post is the ability to communicate effectively within a multi-disciplinary team and with a diverse local population. We aim to continually improve the patient experience throughout our Out Patients Department and can only do this if staff communicates appropriately with all patients, carers and visitors.
If you would like further information, please contact Dinah Laryea (Outpatients Senior Sister) on 07961388731 or Deborah Arkaifie (OPD Junior Sister) on 07721588652.
Main duties of the job
To deliver high quality care to patients within all areas of Outpatients Department working in line with Trust policies, objectives, protocols and local guidelines, whilst also being aware of the importance of their role in supporting members of the team, and always adhering to the Trust values, and in accordance with NMC regulations.
Accept delegated responsibility for specific activities/areas from the senior nurse in charge
To be able to work both autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary team to deliver high standards of care to patients within the Outpatients setting.
Communicate in line with Trust values, to patients, carers and staff at all times.
Take every opportunity to continue to develop, practice and expand their own general and specialist nursing skills
About us
Our Trust is one of England's top-performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sites--Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital--along with award-winning clinics across North West London.
Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5m, providing full clinical services including maternity, A&E and children's services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health care. The CQC rates us Good in safety, effectiveness, care and responsiveness, and Outstanding in leadership and resource use.
We continually invest in our facilities, including a £30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and an £80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Mid.
We are delivering sustainable healthcare through our Green Plan. In line with Greener NHS ambitions, we aim for net zero carbon emissions by 2045. Achieving this requires collective effort. We encourage staff to reduce their impact on carbon, waste and pollution wherever possible. Every action counts to create a healthier, more sustainable future.
We are committed to equal opportunities and believe diversity drives innovation and excellence. We welcome applications from the global majority, veterans and underrepresented communities, valuing the perspectives they bring.
Job description Job responsibilities
Assess, plan, implement and evaluate individualised patient care through appropriate frameworks, including safe effective arrangements for discharge, underpinned by Trust values. Assist members of the team in the co-ordination of the clinical activities Use clinical standards to participate in the process of monitoring the quality of care delivered. Act to ensure that nursing practice is of the highest standard, in line with Trust and CQC standards. Supply and/or administer medication safely in line with Trust medicines policy. Assess and support patients with adherence and understanding of their medication,
Assist with the evaluation of care and initiate any action required, for example liaising with the multidisciplinary team of doctors as appropriate
Review the effectiveness of the nursing care provided and initiate any action that may be required Undertake any reasonable and relevant clinical or non-clinical functions commensurate with their banding. Recognise and act on situations that may be detrimental to the health and well-being of the individual Co-ordinate and support other members of the caring team who may be responsible for implementing specific aspects of nursing care. Investigate and report accidents, incidents and losses and provide initial support for the member of staff or patient involved, in line with Trust policy. Take on extra duties/responsibilities as delegated and agreed by the department manager or senior staff nurse, within their capability / limitations. To gain competency in specialist areas in, wound management, treatments / assisting in minor operations Maintain a professional behaviour at all times and promote a positive image of Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust at all times, in line with Trust values. Contribute to a high quality safe working environment in which patients receive a high standard of care Manage a group of patients, in line with level of experience. Supervise under the direction of the Sister/Charge Nurse, the work of unqualified staff. Manage the department in the absence of the Band 6 or 7 nurses, if senior enough to do so Ensure all communication, which may be complex, contentious or sensitive, is undertaken in a responsive and inclusive manner, focusing on improvement and ways to move forward.
Ensure all communication is presented appropriately to the different recipients, according to levels of understanding, type of communication being imparted and possible barriers such as language, culture, understanding or physical or mental health conditions.
Demonstrate good leadership skills and ensure that communication is effective between the patient, relatives and members of the multidisciplinary team, and ensure appropriate nursing input into patient care discussions Ensure communication is used effectively in the interests of patient care, including the use of clinical incident reporting if necessary. Communicate handover of care in a professional manner. Demonstrate politeness, courtesy and sensitivity in dealing with patients/clients, visitors/relatives and colleagues, maintaining good customer relations and recognising individuality and rights for each patient in line with Trust values.
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications Essential
Diploma Registered Nurse on NMC register. Hold appropriate level for the area of speciality. Evidence of recent and on-going professional developmentE
Desirable
Degree or working towards Post qualification course in relevant speciality Mentorship/Teaching/assessing course
Experience Essential
Post registration experience working in an acute hospital setting Experience with acutely ill patients Evidence of teaching and assessing Ability to utilise pre -registration experience to demonstrate an understanding of the relevant settings.
Desirable
Degree or working towards General management skills Proven clinical experience in relevant area
Skills and Knowledge Essential
Demonstrates a genuine interest and has awareness of issues in Outpatient department Practices in accordance with NMC Code of Professional Conduct Awareness of current nursing and NHS issues Evidence of commitment to customer care initiatives Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills Evidence of working collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary team Ability to form excellent interpersonal relationships Ability to make decisions, organise and prioritise Ability to work with minimal supervisionE
PERSONAL QUALITIES / ATTRIBUTES Essential
Maintain professional image / attitude at all times Patient centred in all aspects, acts as an advocate for patient Flexible / adaptable Non-judgemental attitude Ability to accept criticism constructively/aware of limitations Ability to cope with high pressures and stressful environments within area of speciality
Physical Requirements Essential
Ability to work full shift pattern including rotation, as relevant to area Health clearance from Occupational Health for relevant position
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 Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address West Middlesex University Hospital
Twickenham Road
Isleworth
TW7 6AF
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.chelwest.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)