Job summary
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Please see below for detailed job description of the role.
Main duties of the job
Are you a Registered Nurse with a keen interest in women's health? Are you looking to join a motivated and compassionate team?Here on Bramshaw Ward, we are thrilled to be able to offer a Band 5 staff nurse position to success candidates. We will consider full-time and part-time applications, permanent and secondment.
Based at the Princess Anne Hospital, we have an exciting opportunity for a Band 5 staff nurse to develop their acute clinical skills. We embrace innovative thinking here on Bramshaw ward and are looking for motivated, enthusiastic individuals to come and work with our friendly and supportive team. We are an 18-bedded ward, also acting as an emergency admission area out-of-hours for many patients with varying presentations. This includes all areas of gynaecology and early pregnancy (up to 20 weeks gestation).
The Princess Anne Hospital has 4 theatres; undertaking obstetrics, gynaecology and breast surgery - Bramshaw ward is also in charge of providing the best care for these patients after their procedure. We work very closely with our neighbouring departments and colleagues - including early pregnancy unit, theatres, day gynae unit and other services to offer optimum care and support for elective and emergency patients.
About us
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Job description
Job responsibilities
Your Responsibilities
We are looking for:
Candidates who are energetic and forward thinking. Excellent at communication, decision-making and motivation skills. Able to demonstrate continuing professional development and a strong commitment to developing others.
You will be expected to:
Be responsible for the provision of high-quality care that is safe, efficient, effective, kind and meets the individual needs of women using our services. Ensure high standards of patient care are maintained acting as a credible role model and patients advocate at all times. Adhere to the NMC professional code of conduct as the framework for nursing practice.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a nurse who enjoys the fast-paced environment and the acute care of post-surgical patients. If you have an interest in womens services and surgical experience, and sufficient post qualifying experience we would love to hear from you.The flexibility to work the full range of shift patterns within a 24-hour shift pattern is essential.
The successful candidate can expect a smooth transition with an individualised supernumerary period (including time spent in our neighbouring departments), supportive ward team and an education team who are committed to team development. If you wish to learn more about this great opportunity, please do get in touch.
Successful candidates will be expected to support with a 24/7 service - the flexibility to work the full range of shift patterns within a 24-hour shift pattern is essential.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Your Responsibilities
We are looking for:
Candidates who are energetic and forward thinking. Excellent at communication, decision-making and motivation skills. Able to demonstrate continuing professional development and a strong commitment to developing others.
You will be expected to:
Be responsible for the provision of high-quality care that is safe, efficient, effective, kind and meets the individual needs of women using our services. Ensure high standards of patient care are maintained acting as a credible role model and patients advocate at all times. Adhere to the NMC professional code of conduct as the framework for nursing practice.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a nurse who enjoys the fast-paced environment and the acute care of post-surgical patients. If you have an interest in womens services and surgical experience, and sufficient post qualifying experience we would love to hear from you.The flexibility to work the full range of shift patterns within a 24-hour shift pattern is essential.
The successful candidate can expect a smooth transition with an individualised supernumerary period (including time spent in our neighbouring departments), supportive ward team and an education team who are committed to team development. If you wish to learn more about this great opportunity, please do get in touch.
Successful candidates will be expected to support with a 24/7 service - the flexibility to work the full range of shift patterns within a 24-hour shift pattern is essential.
Person Specification
Qualifications, knowledge and experience
Essential
- Qualified Nurse (Degree/Diploma)
- Registered nurse on appropriate part of the register
- Knowledge of current issues within acute Health Service
- Understanding of personal accountability
- Knowledge of own role within the team
- Provide evidence of teaching and supporting learners in practice in the role of practice supervisor
- Awareness of evidence-based practice
- Awareness of responsibilities for management of infection control
- Evidence of on-going personal development
- Able to use initiative
Desirable
- Evidence of recent study
- Previous experience/qualification in relevant specialty
- Teaching experience
Trust Values
Essential
- Patient First
- Working Together
- Always Improving
Person Specification
Qualifications, knowledge and experience
Essential
- Qualified Nurse (Degree/Diploma)
- Registered nurse on appropriate part of the register
- Knowledge of current issues within acute Health Service
- Understanding of personal accountability
- Knowledge of own role within the team
- Provide evidence of teaching and supporting learners in practice in the role of practice supervisor
- Awareness of evidence-based practice
- Awareness of responsibilities for management of infection control
- Evidence of on-going personal development
- Able to use initiative
Desirable
- Evidence of recent study
- Previous experience/qualification in relevant specialty
- Teaching experience
Trust Values
Essential
- Patient First
- Working Together
- Always Improving
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
