Staff Nurse - Stoke B5
Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen within our state of the art Urology Centre for a permanent Band 5 Staff Nurse position.We are looking for an enthusiastic and self-motivated individual that would enjoy working in an exciting and challenging environment. You will help provide excellent, evidence-based care for all of our service users, whether they are attending for Brachytherapy or General Urology procedures in our theatre, a flexible cystoscopy or prostate biopsy in one of our treatment suites, or an Outpatient appointment in our consultation rooms.
Previous experience within a Urology environment would be an advantage, although opportunities for personal and professional development within the role are available.
Main duties of the job
To act as a lead and mentor for staff; supporting them in their development. To run clinics, assist with urological procedures and treatments, effectively ensuring a productive outpatient environment.
The role involves the management of quality, clinical care, and advocacy for the patient experience, effective management of resources and appropriate deployment of junior staff.
Working for our organisation
Royal Surrey is a compassionate and collaborative acute and community Trust. Recognising that our 5000 colleagues are our greatest strength, we offer a comprehensive health and wellbeing program along with a commitment to developing and advancing your career.Our diverse and welcoming Royal Surrey family will ensure you that you feel valued from your initial interview through your entire tenure.
We are clinically led and provide joined up care by bridging the gap between hospital and community services alongside regional specialist cancer care. Our main acute hospital site is in Guildford with community hospital sites at Milford, Haslemere and Cranleigh.We provide adult community health services in homes across Guildford and Waverley.
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) have given us an overall rating of Outstanding.
Royal Surrey has a strong reputation and history to build on. We are proud of our achievements and we are investing in our colleagues through our commitment to supporting professional development as well as investing more than £45 million in our physical environment and new equipment in the next few years.There has never been a better time to join us.
Although it isn't the Trusts normal practice, adverts may close early, so you are encouraged to submit an application as soon as possible.
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Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please refer to the full Job Description
KEY RESULT AREAS/MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:- To adhered to the main standards of performance for patient care, within the concepts of the accepted nursing philosophy and good customer care.
- To provide care, support and clinical function to all patients within the Urology Centre areas
- Ensure effective communication and interpersonal skills with the other members of the team. Promote a friendly and welcoming atmosphere for both team members and patients. Be courteous, helpful and supportive to patients at all times.
- To liaise with clinicians, other professionals and community staff as
- To be involved with the systems and processes to ensure the 18 week pathway is maintained to the agreed standard. You will be expected to record accurate data in accordance with the requirements for the service and your clinical procedures and work.
- To ensure that the following standards are met and promoted within the Urology Centre areas:
- Respect for privacy, dignity and religious and cultural beliefs
- Information to relatives and friends about the progress of treatment subject to the patient’s wishes
- Confidentiality
- To be a patient advocate and provide support for patients’ medical, social and psychological needs whilst attending the Urology Centre areas.
- To be aware of the Urology Centre nursing budget in order to achieve a safe and cost-effective service within the constraints of the agreed budget.
- To ensure care provided is evidence based and in line with the Trusts policies, procedures, standards and guidelines as required and that they are given adequate supervision and support.
- To be required to use any computer system purchased by the Trust providing appropriate training given.
- To set an example of professional work and behaviour, including maintaining punctuality, good attendance and commitment to the department. You may also be frequently required to take charge of the Urology Centre area.
- To ensure that you are familiar with the Trust’s policies and procedures and introduce staff to them as required.
- To be a role model to junior staff and provide leadership ability when necessary
- To continue to develop clinical and professional knowledge and be aware of your own training needs. Attend professional updates and mandatory training as dictated by the Trust and the NMC.
- To work to the competencies/objectives expected of a Band 5 Registered Nurse
- To assist with Band 2 performance appraisals
- To assist the Urology Centre Charge Nurse/Sister in the management of
Personnel issues as appropriate
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria- Hold a nursing accreditation (NMC PIN)
Knowledge
Essential criteria- Evidence of continuing professional development
- Must have an understanding of the background to and aims of current healthcare policy/national guidance /CQC/and appreciate the implications of this on engagement
- Knowledge of specialist OPD area