About this role
Job summary
Although this position is a 12 months fixed-term contract, the actual contract duration will be adjusted to account for the time taken to advertise the post, complete the hiring process, and finalise pre-employment checks. This means the contract will begin when the candidate starts the role and may be slightly shorter than 12 months.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, committed and motivated registered nurse to join our Gynaecological team on a full time basis. Newham University Hospital Gynaecology Ward is a 14 bedded acute ward and six recliners for Day Cases, divided into bays and side rooms, caring for people who present with various Gynaecological problems both Electives and Emergency cases including surgical female patients.
We have a strong commitment to staff development and service improvement, and many development opportunities. You will have an excellent induction and orientation programme ensuring you have all the skills necessary to care for gynecological patients
You will be responsible for the day to day management of your own patients ensuring they receive a high standard of patient care. You will be working closely with the multi-disciplinary team to ensure services are delivered in a timely efficient manner with patient safety being at the heart of all we do.
For any enquiries or an informal visit please contact: Ward Manager Tina contact 02073638176/02073638176
Main duties of the job
The Staff Nurse demonstrates and maintains competence in line with NMC registration requirements. They implement and evaluate holistic care in partnership with patients, carers, and the multidisciplinary team, interpreting clinical data to prevent deterioration. Discharge planning begins on admission, with early referrals and appropriate documentation. They coordinate team activity to support timely treatment, discharge, or transfer and make safe, informed clinical decisions efficiently. Staff Nurses remain calm in high-pressure or emergency situations, maintain accurate records per NMC and unit policies, and organize workloads to ensure safe, effective, quality care. Delegating tasks appropriately, they supervise care delivery, provide patient education, and mentor junior staff. Acting as professional role models, they uphold the Code of Conduct, demonstrate courtesy, and support team building. They challenge sub-standard practice, manage complaints sensitively per Trust policy, and escalate concerns to senior staff. Collaborating across departments, they ensure patient needs are identified, and care is delivered efficiently. As Link Nurses, they promote best practice, assist in implementing the Nursing and Midwifery Strategy, and deputize for senior staff when required. They respond positively to guidance and ensure full compliance with infection control policies, taking action when standards are not met.
About us
Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain's leading healthcare providers.
The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.
Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.
We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.
Job description Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.
Person Specification
Criteria for Registered Nurse Essential
NMC pin for 12 months
Desirable
o1 years post qualification experience
Qualifications Essential
RN Level 1 In possession of or willing to undertake clinical teaching/mentorship course and undertake role of mentor
Experience Essential
Potential/ability to co- ordinate/manage shifts Basic management ability
Knowledge Essential
Aware of cultural and social influences on health and importance of respecting diversity and differences . Current nursing practice developments and NHS reforms Understanding of research and its application to practice
Desirable
Standard setting and quality assurance Importance of cost containment and resource management Clinical supervision and reflective practice
Skills Essential
Delegation skills, resource management Good interpersonal skills IT skills Clinical expertise, able to work on own initiative and sound decision making Safe practitioner in the administration of medicines Willing to/evidence of expanded clinical skills - IV drug administration, cannulation, phlebotomy etc. Effective communication skills and courteous attitude with patients, relatives and MDT, promoting team building and good working relations Neat and coherent written skills, attention to detail
Other Essential
Awareness of own limitations, realism in own abilities Commitment to/evidence of continuing professional development Flexible, adaptable and confident Has a good work attendance (sickness /absence) record Willing to work a flexible shift pattern, including different times of the day, night and weekend Sufficient to perform the duties of the post with any aids and adaptations Willingness to work towards nurse-led practice initiatives and advanced skills Professional comportment and demeanor
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 Barts Health NHS Trust
Address NEWHAM UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL
3 GLEN ROAD
PLAISTOW
E13 8SL
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.bartshealth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)