Job summary
The Day Surgery Unit is a 21 trolley unit incorporating all surgical specialities including; vascular, breast, gynaecological, urology, ophthalmology, Dental, general surgery and ENT. The unit predominately provides care for a high volume of day case surgical patients making the unit fast paced and very varied.
The unit also contains a Urology Suite covering aspects of urology procedures via a clinic process. Unique to the unit is our nurse led discharge pathway; which allows nursing staff to use their judgement alongside surgical instructions to safely discharge patients.
The successful applicant will work as part of an experienced team delivering a high standard of care. They will be expected to be able to work as part of a team, have excellent communication skills, They will be highly motivated and enthusiastic and keen to develop knowledge and skills around specialised surgery
Main duties of the job
Working within the Day Care Unit & Urology Suite
For more information please see the attached Job Description & Person Specification
About us
We want to attract the best and brightest people to work with us and that means we will look after you from the moment you apply for a role at the Trust and throughout your career with us. Our staff are central to everything we do, and we believe that investing in you is crucial if we want to enable you to reach your full potential.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Working within the Day Care Unit
Working within a dynamic team
Admitting of the Day Care Patient and preparing them for surgery, ensuring criteria met to be a day surgery patient.
Receiving the Patient back from Recovery following surgery.
Following the BADS (British Association of Day Surgery) discharge criteria to ensure safe nurse led discharge home. Instilling confidence for the patient to self -care at home.
Ensure that agreed standards of nursing practice within the ward/department area are maintained
To undertake appropriate enhanced roles, following the necessary training, e.g. IV drug administration, ECG recording
Mentorship/support of student nurses
Efficient utilisation of trolley space.
Working within the Urology Suite
Assisting with Flexible cystoscopies.
Assisting with Trans perineal biopsies.
Using the TULA Laser system.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Working within the Day Care Unit
Working within a dynamic team
Admitting of the Day Care Patient and preparing them for surgery, ensuring criteria met to be a day surgery patient.
Receiving the Patient back from Recovery following surgery.
Following the BADS (British Association of Day Surgery) discharge criteria to ensure safe nurse led discharge home. Instilling confidence for the patient to self -care at home.
Ensure that agreed standards of nursing practice within the ward/department area are maintained
To undertake appropriate enhanced roles, following the necessary training, e.g. IV drug administration, ECG recording
Mentorship/support of student nurses
Efficient utilisation of trolley space.
Working within the Urology Suite
Assisting with Flexible cystoscopies.
Assisting with Trans perineal biopsies.
Using the TULA Laser system.
Person Specification
Education and Training
Essential
- Registered Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC)
- Preparation for mentorship or equivalent as supervisor or assessor
Desirable
- Knowledge of Day Care Unit
- Knowledge of Urology Suite
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Relevant Expereince in the past 12-18 months looking after patients in a healthcare enviroment.
- Previous NHS experience within last 12 months
Desirable
- Previous experience within an Acute setting
- Broad clinical knowledge base
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 2 years post registration in Surgery
- Ability to lead and work effectively in a team
Desirable
- Competent IT and Microsoft word skills
- Ability to use assertive behaviour appropriately
Person Specification
Education and Training
Essential
- Registered Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC)
- Preparation for mentorship or equivalent as supervisor or assessor
Desirable
- Knowledge of Day Care Unit
- Knowledge of Urology Suite
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Relevant Expereince in the past 12-18 months looking after patients in a healthcare enviroment.
- Previous NHS experience within last 12 months
Desirable
- Previous experience within an Acute setting
- Broad clinical knowledge base
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 2 years post registration in Surgery
- Ability to lead and work effectively in a team
Desirable
- Competent IT and Microsoft word skills
- Ability to use assertive behaviour appropriately
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.
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).
Additional information
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.
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).
