About this role
Job summary
An exciting opportunity for band 5 nurses to develop and grow under the Renal team .
We are a committed team who are dedicated to providing high standards of patient care .
We have our own educational team who will work with you to ensure you have the opportunity to develop
We are keen to develop a rotational programme within across the renal service which will enhance individuals renal experience and skills.
Main duties of the job
The post-holder will ensure that in all areas of practice they adhere to all current NMC
guidance, and must maintain accurate, comprehensive and contemporaneous records
in accordance with Trust and NMC guidelines, ensuring that confidentiality is maintainedat all times.
See job description for full details.
About us
St George's, Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals and Health Group cares for a population of four million people in South West London and North East Surrey.Our sites include St George's Hospital, one of 11 major trauma centres in the UK and the largest healthcare provider and major teaching hospital in the area; St Helier Hospital, home to the South West Thames Renal and Transplantation Unit and Queen Mary's Hospital for Children; and Epsom Hospital, home to the South West London Elective Orthopaedic Centre (SWLEOC).
After years of collaboration, our two Trusts became a hospitals group in 2021. While remaining as two separate Trusts, being a hospitals group will help us to collaborate more closely on research, and the development, education, and training of our 17,000-strong workforce.
At gesh we are committed to supporting flexible working arrangements. Applicants are encouraged to discuss any flexibility they may need during the recruitment process.
Job description Job responsibilities
To provide high quality nursing care to patients as part of a cohesive Multi-Disciplinary Team. The post holder will undertake duties involving delivery of nursing services and holistic assessments of patients health needs using a person centred approach. In addition, the post holder will be involved in health promotion and innovative activities that enhance patient service delivery and the patient experience.
Person Specification
NMC Registration Essential
Registered Nurse (RN) NMC Registration
Desirable
Evidence of other post-registration education and training.
nursing experience Essential
Recent clinical nursing experience negotiating and liaising within a multi-disciplinary team
Desirable
Experience of training students. Participation in audit; research projects; service development Post registration experience
Experience Essential
Knowledge of evidence based practice. Knowledge of infection control Knowledge of general wound care Promotion of continence
Desirable
Understanding of resource management Knowledge of the audit process
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.
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 Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust
Address B6 Ward St Helier Hospital
Wrythe Lane
Carshalton
SM15AA
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.epsom-sthelier.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)