Job summary
***12 Month Fixed term contract/ secondment opportunity***
The North Norfolk Macmillan Centre is a new facility and part of Cromer's Day Procedure Unit. It has two LA (Local anesthetic) procedure roomswhich is where minor surgery for Dermatology and Urology specialties takes place together with venesections and BCG treatments. This clinical work is supported by three outpatient rooms where clinics are held. These clinics are either led by a specialist doctor or nurse with the support of the nursing team.
We are looking for a highly motivated nurse who is willing to adapt to meet the needs of our service and train to provide surgical support in theatre for the above specialties. Previous experience in one of these fields would be desirable but not essential as training will be provided.
If you are considering applying for this post on a secondment basis, please discuss with your Line Manager prior to applying to ascertain whether this could be supported.
Main duties of the job
You will work with all members of the multi-disciplinary team, to contribute to the provision of the highest standards of patient care.
You should be able to work well as part of a team and be able to prioritize your own workload.
You will be expected to work in all areas of the department and be taught to use the specialized equipment.
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
- 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 site
- Free 24-hours confidential counselling support
- On-site Nursery
- On-site cafes offering staff discounts
- Support in career development
- Flexible staff bank
- Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars, Cycle to Work scheme and home electronics
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Ensure practice is in accordance with the NMC Code of Professional Conduct or equivalent governing body and work within limits of competence
- Maintain a high standard of nursing care applying evidence-based practice
- Carry out the daily personal care of patients
- To promptly and effectively communicate relevant changes in patient status to the multi-disciplinary team
- To ensure the safe custody, supply and administration of drugs and therapeutic substances in accordance with Trust policy.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Ensure practice is in accordance with the NMC Code of Professional Conduct or equivalent governing body and work within limits of competence
- Maintain a high standard of nursing care applying evidence-based practice
- Carry out the daily personal care of patients
- To promptly and effectively communicate relevant changes in patient status to the multi-disciplinary team
- To ensure the safe custody, supply and administration of drugs and therapeutic substances in accordance with Trust policy.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse on the appropriate part of the NMC Register
- Mentorship preparation programme (or required to complete once in post) if applicable to clinical area
Experience
Essential
- Recent experience of nursing in an acute hospital environment
Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication and inter-personal skills
Desirable
- Evidence of participation in clinical audit / patient review
Attitude, aptitude
Essential
- Effective role model, demonstrating NNUH's PRIDE values and People focused, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence
- Demonstrates understanding and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse on the appropriate part of the NMC Register
- Mentorship preparation programme (or required to complete once in post) if applicable to clinical area
Experience
Essential
- Recent experience of nursing in an acute hospital environment
Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication and inter-personal skills
Desirable
- Evidence of participation in clinical audit / patient review
Attitude, aptitude
Essential
- Effective role model, demonstrating NNUH's PRIDE values and People focused, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence
- Demonstrates understanding and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
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).
