Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for 12 months secondment with potential extension, we are looking to recruit a Band 5 who is a highly motivated and energetic individual into a vibrant and friendly team of nurses, sonographers, administration team and doctors within the Gynaecology Service at Whipps Cross Hospital, Bart's NHS Trust.
Main duties of the job
The candidate will be enthusiastic, compassionate and dedicated in caring for Women undergoing all aspects of gynaecological care as well as effectively apply Our WeCare values within the clinical setting. Our WeCare values shape everything that we do, every single day. They are visible in every interaction we have with each other, our patients, their families and our partners.
This post is contracted for 37.5hrs a week, which may include 12hrs shifts or adjusted to meet service needs. We are looking for someone with excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills who can demonstrate an ability to work closely with other team members in providing the highest standard of individualised and holistic patient care, for a diverse community.
About us
Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain's leading healthcare providers.
The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.
Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.
We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- NMC registered.
- NMC validation maintained.
Desirable
- Counselling course or equivalent
- Mentorship qualification or equivalent or experience of teaching in the clinical area
Experience
Essential
- Has experience of working in Women's Health/Gynaecology
Desirable
- Has experience in the management of patients undergoing gynaecological and/or surgical procedures.
- Can demonstrate experience of supervision of learner and trained staff
Skills
Essential
- Ability to work effectively within a team and liaise with other professional groups.
- Articulate with advanced written and spoken communication skills.
- Can prove an ability to motivate and lead others.
- Good organisational skills and ability to solve problems.
- Demonstrates attention to detail in working practices.
- Computer literacy
Desirable
- Understanding of budget management
- Ability to convey highly complex information to patients.
- Experience of participation in research and audit
- Evidence of successfully managing and completing projects
Knowledge
Essential
- Can demonstrate knowledge of current trends and regulations in women's Health.
- Detailed knowledge of professional accountability and NHS issues
Desirable
- Relevant Women's Health Course or working towards
Personal qualities
Essential
- Demonstrates a flexible approach towards role and working hours Adaptable to change.
- Can demonstrate a commitment and willingness to undertake further study.
- Have a proven good time keeping and sickness record.
- Can demonstrate a commitment to teaching and sharing knowledge.
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- NMC registered.
- NMC validation maintained.
Desirable
- Counselling course or equivalent
- Mentorship qualification or equivalent or experience of teaching in the clinical area
Experience
Essential
- Has experience of working in Women's Health/Gynaecology
Desirable
- Has experience in the management of patients undergoing gynaecological and/or surgical procedures.
- Can demonstrate experience of supervision of learner and trained staff
Skills
Essential
- Ability to work effectively within a team and liaise with other professional groups.
- Articulate with advanced written and spoken communication skills.
- Can prove an ability to motivate and lead others.
- Good organisational skills and ability to solve problems.
- Demonstrates attention to detail in working practices.
- Computer literacy
Desirable
- Understanding of budget management
- Ability to convey highly complex information to patients.
- Experience of participation in research and audit
- Evidence of successfully managing and completing projects
Knowledge
Essential
- Can demonstrate knowledge of current trends and regulations in women's Health.
- Detailed knowledge of professional accountability and NHS issues
Desirable
- Relevant Women's Health Course or working towards
Personal qualities
Essential
- Demonstrates a flexible approach towards role and working hours Adaptable to change.
- Can demonstrate a commitment and willingness to undertake further study.
- Have a proven good time keeping and sickness record.
- Can demonstrate a commitment to teaching and sharing knowledge.
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).
