About this role
Job summary
**Substantive and fixed term hours available**
Gynaecology Outpatients
The Gynaecology Outpatient Department (GOPD) consists of specialist clinics that manage a range of conditions, including general gynaecology, urogynaecology, and oncology. The department consists of consultations as well as minor procedures.
You will work alongside a team of Consultant Gynaecologists who work within the department, each bringing expertise in their own area of specialism. Patients are supported throughout their visit by a dedicated team of experienced gynaecology nurses, ensuring high-quality and continuous care.
In addition, the Gynaecology Oncology service offers ongoing support to oncology patients throughout their treatment pathway, with specialist staff present during oncology clinics to provide tailored care and guidance.
Early pregnancy Assessment Unit
The Early Pregnancy Assessment Unit (EPAU) is a specially designated area for caring for and managing complications early in pregnancy, between 6 - 18 weeks gestation. These may include vaginal bleeding or abdominal pain. Conditions such as ectopic pregnancy, molar pregnancy or recurrent pregnancy losses may lead to a review in this area.
You will work closely with the nurse sonographer team in meeting patient's needs.
Main duties of the job
As a Registered Nurse, you will ork with all members of the Ward/Department clinical team within the multi-disciplinary framework, maintaining a high standard of patient care under the direction of the Ward/Department Sister/Charge Nurse.
In the absence of a more senior member of staff, you will act as a leader in the clinical area, working in accordance with the principles set out by the Nursing/Midwifery professional bodies and Trust Policies.
To support the delivery of a high quality, safe and compassionate healthcare service, all staff are expected to act as a role model to others in all aspects of their work and consistently demonstrate NNUH's 'PRIDE' values of People focus, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence and demonstrate behaviours that support and encourage an inclusive culture.
About us
Join us at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital and be part of a workforce of over 10,000 staff!
The NNUH is one of the largest NHS trusts in the UK, providing first-class acute care for around one million people, living in Norfolk and surrounding areas. We are a teaching and research hospital, at the forefront of innovation, home to state-of-the-art facilities, such as the Quadram Institute. We are pleased to work closely with the University of East Anglia, providing teaching opportunities for our staff and placement opportunities for their students. We attract some of the best and leading professionals from across the country and are proud that our workforce represents 94 countries from across the world.
We are a friendly, collaborative hospital, working with local services and home to N&N Hospitals Charity.
We can offer you the full range of NHS benefits/discounts and in addition:
Flexible working hours Fast Track Staff Physiotherapy Service Multi Faith prayer room at NNUH Colney Lane site Discounted gym memberships Excellent pension scheme and annual leave entitlement Wagestream - access up to 40% of your pay as you earn it Free Park & Ride service direct to NNUH Colney Lane site Free 24-hours confidential counselling support On-site Nursery at NNUH Colney Lane On-site cafes offering staff discounts at NNUH Colney Lane Support in career development Flexible staff bank Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars, Cycle to Work scheme and home electronics
Job description Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for full details of the responsibilities.
Person Specification
Skills, abilities and knowledge Essential
Excellent communication and inter-personal skills Competency in clinical skills including enhanced practice relevant to the level of experience and clinical area Time management skills
Attitude, aptitude Essential
Effective role model, demonstrating NNUH's PRIDE values of People focus, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence Demonstrates understanding and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Qualifications/training and professional development Essential
Registered Nurse on the appropriate part of the NMC Register Willingness to further develop knowledge and skills
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 Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital
Address Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital
Norwich
NR4 7UY
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.nnuh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)