About this role
Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity to join the Chestnut Urology Investigation Unit as a Registered Nurse on a secondment/fixed term basis.
A Registered Nurse is part of the multidisciplinary team delivering direct care to patients and supporting colleagues to deliver high quality, compassionate health care to people in accordance with assessed needs and a care plan.
You will carry out a range of clinical and non-clinical healthcare, or therapeutic tasks, under the direct or indirect supervision of the Registered Practitioner, in accordance with the Trust values.
You will be responsible for coordinating and delivering effective, quality nursing care following a patient centred model of practice and ensuring area of work runs smoothly and efficiently. You will supervise and direct non-registered staff and learners.
***Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as 'Priority' and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon who are able to display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification.***
Main duties of the job
Assist in the running of urology nurse led clinics within the Chestnut Unit which would include involvement in haematuria/flexible cystoscopy clinics, TRUS and biopsy clinics, the administration of intravesical chemotherapy/bladder instillations, flow clinics. To aid the smooth running of the unit by discharging patients attending for procedures and to provide overall support for the CNS team. Support with 2WW triage as needed and complete ward visits for post operative patients. Facilitating nurse led discharge for patients post procedure in the department.
About us
We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure.
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If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process, please contact the recruitment manager for this post who will put you into contact with the recruitment team. We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.
Job description Job responsibilities
Perform comprehensive assessment of patients nursing needs. Plan, implement and evaluate care delivery according to patients health care needs. Assist in the running of urology nurse led clinics within the Chestnut Unit which would include involvement in haematuria/flexible cystoscopy clinics, TRUS and biopsy clinics, the administration of intravesical chemotherapy/bladder instillations, flow clinics. To aid the smooth running of the unit by discharging patients attending for procedures and to provide overall support for the CNS team. Teaching staff to understand and accept their responsibilities e.g. environmental cleanliness, maintenance and use of all equipment within clinical setting. Carrying out agreed procedures for the appraisal and support of staff. Promoting teamwork and inter-personnel relationships and encouraging others in the decision-making process. Assisting in organising and attending regular Team Meetings and participating in forums as required. Playing an active role in the integration of Patient and Public Involvement. Effecting change in order to meet changing patient need. For further information please see attached job description
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
oValid NMC registration oDiploma/degree in adult nursing
Desirable
oOncology module oCatheterisation for males and females
Knowledge & Experience Essential
oPerform appraisals for lower banded colleagues or willingness to undertake training to do so oProven evidence of recent Continuing Professional development. oUnderstanding of safeguarding principles
Desirable
oClinical skills relevant to area of practice oDemonstrable experience within a Urology/Oncology or Surgical setting
Aptitude & Abilities Essential
oProven ability to prioritise workload oAttention to detail oTime management and organisational skills
Desirable
oLeadership skills oDisplays a supportive attitude to new colleagues
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 University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust
Address Chestnut Urology Investigation Unit
Derriford Hospital
Plymouth
PL6 8DH
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.plymouthhospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)