Job summary
This is a band 5 surgical rotational staff nurse post, that involves 3 rotations throughout Canadian Wing, Head and Neck Unit and the Burns Unit. Each rotation will be 6 months, with the rotational programme being 18 months in total.
You will work closely with all members of the nursing and wider multi disciplinary team to deliver a high standard of care to QVH patients, relatives and carers. Adhering to the NMC code of conduct at all times.
Main duties of the job
The main duties involve being responsible for assessing, planning, implementation and evaluating programmes of care for patients under indirect supervision from senior staff.
You will be working closely with all members of the multi disciplinary teams and so good communication is essential.
All necessary training and education will be provided for you to provide the high standard of care that the QVH prides itself on.
About us
Rated GOOD overall with outstanding care by the CQC. A specialist NHS hospital providing life-changing reconstructive surgery, burns care and rehabilitation services across the South of England and beyond.
We specialise in conditions of the eyes (corneoplastics), hands, head and neck cancer and skin cancer, reconstructive breast surgery, maxillofacial surgery and prosthetics, providing regional and national services in these areas of clinical expertise.Our world-leading clinical teams also treat more common conditions of the eyes, hands, skin, and teeth for the people of East Grinstead and the surrounding areas. In addition, QVH provides a minor injuries unit, expert therapies, a sleep service, and a growing portfolio of community-based services.Patients consistently rate QVH amongst the top hospitals in the country for quality of care.
Our success is underpinned by the skills and enthusiasm of our staff and a strong culture of partnership. We are fully committed to training and development of the workforce with support for continuing education and learning.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will provide high standards of professional practice to ensure quality and safety of patient care at all times. They will adhere to the NMC code of conduct and honor the Trusts Core Values (Humanity, Pride, Quality and Continuous Improvement of Care).
Canadian Wing
Canadian wing is a 43 bedded surgical unit made up of a 19 bedded female ward called Margaret Duncombe and a 24 bedded male ward called Ross Tilley. Margaret Duncombe houses the 4 bedded enhanced recovery unit which is where our breast reconstruction and dental osteotomy patients are cared for post operatively with a greater nurse to patient ratio.
The unit is a diverse unit specialising in hand, maxillofacial, breast reconstruction, and corneal surgeries. We care for both elective and trauma patients meaning that no two days are ever the same.
Canadian Wing is a fast paced unit with lots of opportunities to learn new skills, in a supportive learning environment, regardless of whether you are newly qualified or an experienced nurse. We believe there are always opportunities to learn and enhance your practice. We are a fun dynamic team who strive to do the best for the patients in our care. The team works with all members of the multidisciplinary team so good communication skills are a must. We are looking for motivated individuals who are adaptable to the changing pace of the unit. If this sounds like you please do apply.
Burns Unit
The Burns Unit at the Queen Victoria Hospital (QVH) is a specialist area caring for patients with major and minor burns, also including patient with major skin loss (e.g. Necrotising fasciitis or TENS). We are a dynamic, friendly and motivated Burns Team and our priority is to offer the best holistic care for our patients recovering from a burns injury. As a team we provide specialist advice and support to referring agencies, as well as promoting a consistent approach to management of patients with a burn injury across the London and South East Burns Network (LSEBN). Within this service we offer psychological support and work closely with physiotherapy and occupational therapy team to provide rehabilitation for patients recovering from major burn injury. We comprise of a 6 bedded Ward, 2 rehabilitation flats and a Burns Outpatients Clinic. As part of the Burns Team you will rotate through the Burns ward and Burns Outpatients giving you the opportunity to experience the burns service entirely.
We lead a variety of specialist nurse led treatments including enzymatic debridement, sharps debridement and allograft application. We are proud of the learning opportunities available within our department, and we are happy to support newly qualified nurses with successful completion of your training. Our training includes ward and Trust based teaching, opportunities to attend Seminars and the BBA British Burns Association conferences. We offer an extensive training programme to develop our Burns Specialist Nurses, this consists of our in house Burns competencies, Burns Management Study Day which can then progress to the Advanced Burn Care Modules level 6 and 7 and Emergency Management of Severe Burns course (EMSB).
Head and Neck Unit
The Head and Neck Unit is an 8 bedded acute surgical ward that specialises in head and neck cancer and maxillofacial surgery.
You will be caring for surgical patients pre and post-operatively as part of a multi-disciplinary team. You will gain skills in airway management including caring for tracheostomy and laryngectomy patients, enhanced post-op recovery, wound management, surgical flaps and drains and administration of enteral nutrition and medication for patients with NGTs, PEGs and RIGs. The successful candidate will be motivated and enthusiastic to learn and willing to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
We are committed to providing education opportunities to all our staff and we place a strong emphasis on the education and development of the ward team. There are opportunities to complete in-house study days in tracheostomy and laryngectomy care, enteral nutrition and osteotomy surgery.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will provide high standards of professional practice to ensure quality and safety of patient care at all times. They will adhere to the NMC code of conduct and honor the Trusts Core Values (Humanity, Pride, Quality and Continuous Improvement of Care).
Canadian Wing
Canadian wing is a 43 bedded surgical unit made up of a 19 bedded female ward called Margaret Duncombe and a 24 bedded male ward called Ross Tilley. Margaret Duncombe houses the 4 bedded enhanced recovery unit which is where our breast reconstruction and dental osteotomy patients are cared for post operatively with a greater nurse to patient ratio.
The unit is a diverse unit specialising in hand, maxillofacial, breast reconstruction, and corneal surgeries. We care for both elective and trauma patients meaning that no two days are ever the same.
Canadian Wing is a fast paced unit with lots of opportunities to learn new skills, in a supportive learning environment, regardless of whether you are newly qualified or an experienced nurse. We believe there are always opportunities to learn and enhance your practice. We are a fun dynamic team who strive to do the best for the patients in our care. The team works with all members of the multidisciplinary team so good communication skills are a must. We are looking for motivated individuals who are adaptable to the changing pace of the unit. If this sounds like you please do apply.
Burns Unit
The Burns Unit at the Queen Victoria Hospital (QVH) is a specialist area caring for patients with major and minor burns, also including patient with major skin loss (e.g. Necrotising fasciitis or TENS). We are a dynamic, friendly and motivated Burns Team and our priority is to offer the best holistic care for our patients recovering from a burns injury. As a team we provide specialist advice and support to referring agencies, as well as promoting a consistent approach to management of patients with a burn injury across the London and South East Burns Network (LSEBN). Within this service we offer psychological support and work closely with physiotherapy and occupational therapy team to provide rehabilitation for patients recovering from major burn injury. We comprise of a 6 bedded Ward, 2 rehabilitation flats and a Burns Outpatients Clinic. As part of the Burns Team you will rotate through the Burns ward and Burns Outpatients giving you the opportunity to experience the burns service entirely.
We lead a variety of specialist nurse led treatments including enzymatic debridement, sharps debridement and allograft application. We are proud of the learning opportunities available within our department, and we are happy to support newly qualified nurses with successful completion of your training. Our training includes ward and Trust based teaching, opportunities to attend Seminars and the BBA British Burns Association conferences. We offer an extensive training programme to develop our Burns Specialist Nurses, this consists of our in house Burns competencies, Burns Management Study Day which can then progress to the Advanced Burn Care Modules level 6 and 7 and Emergency Management of Severe Burns course (EMSB).
Head and Neck Unit
The Head and Neck Unit is an 8 bedded acute surgical ward that specialises in head and neck cancer and maxillofacial surgery.
You will be caring for surgical patients pre and post-operatively as part of a multi-disciplinary team. You will gain skills in airway management including caring for tracheostomy and laryngectomy patients, enhanced post-op recovery, wound management, surgical flaps and drains and administration of enteral nutrition and medication for patients with NGTs, PEGs and RIGs. The successful candidate will be motivated and enthusiastic to learn and willing to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
We are committed to providing education opportunities to all our staff and we place a strong emphasis on the education and development of the ward team. There are opportunities to complete in-house study days in tracheostomy and laryngectomy care, enteral nutrition and osteotomy surgery.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Professional UK NMC registration
Experience
Essential
- Outpatient or ward experience in a hospital environment
- Working in a multi disciplinary team
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Professional UK NMC registration
Experience
Essential
- Outpatient or ward experience in a hospital environment
- Working in a multi disciplinary team
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
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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).
