Job summary
Are you an independent scanning nurse specialist? Is providing excellent nursing care one of your key drivers? Is making a difference and doing the right thing fundamental to you?
If the answer to these questions is yes - The Nurse Specialist Role within the Early Pregnancy and Acute Gynaecology Unit may be right for you.
We are seeking to appoint an experienced gynaecology nurse who is already trained and competent at performing transvaginal as well as transabdominal scans on women who attend our Early Pregnancy and Acute Gynaecology Unit based at Queen Charlottes and Chelsea Hospital.
We are an extremely busy unit and see approx. 6-7000 patients a year. You must have a desire to further develop the unit, possess excellent communication skills, be empathetic and have a can do attitude.
You will be expected to work independently and as part of a specialist emergency gynaecology team. You will be required to scan and counsel women undergoing pregnancy loss as well as other gynaecological emergencies, assist with training doctors to scan, assist doctors during procedures as well as patient examinations.
You will provide support to the Lead Clinical Nurse Specialist in all aspects of the day to day running of the Unit and act as a resource to other professionals regarding early pregnancy, emergency gynaecology, associated treatments and issues.
Main duties of the job
- Provide a high quality diagnostic and treatment service for women referred to the emergency gynaecology department.
- Provide specialist, expert episodes of nursing care based on assessment of physical, social, psychological, emotional and spiritual needs and in liaison with the MDT and other relevant health and care agencies.
- To act as a resource for women and the clinical and administrative teams by provision of comprehensive advice, information, teaching and training within ICHT.
- Undertake where appropriate, nursing research with published outcomes and updating own knowledge to promote excellence in clinical practice, and the setting of quality standards within the speciality of gynaecological emergency and early pregnancy.
- Contribute to formulating reports and clinical audit of own practice, service and outcomes.
- Active involvement in the development of the Gynaecology and Reproductive Medicine service.
- Active Involvement in improving patient pathway and patient experience
About us
At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care.
Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.
Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.
We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share. Please talk to us at interview. .
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 overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
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 overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Person Specification
Education
Essential
- Registered Nurse with current NMC registration
- Recognised ultrasound qualification in early pregnancy and gynaecology
- Teaching or Mentorship course
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
- Relevant nursing/health related degree, masters or willingness to undertake
- Independent Prescriber or willingness to undertake
Experience
Essential
- Minimum 2 years' experience in Gynaecology at band 6 level
- Experience in scanning (transabdominal and transvaginal ultrasound) patients presenting with early pregnancy or as a gynaecological emergencies
- Experience of managing /leading a team and co-ordinating workload
- Demonstrate the use audit to improve the quality of the service and patient care
Desirable
- Advanced clinical assessment skills
Skills
Essential
- Ultrasound scanning skills
- Competent in phlebotomy
- Ability to translate complex specialised medical information into patient suitable language
- Research participation at local level /Understanding of research clinical trials
Desirable
Person Specification
Education
Essential
- Registered Nurse with current NMC registration
- Recognised ultrasound qualification in early pregnancy and gynaecology
- Teaching or Mentorship course
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
- Relevant nursing/health related degree, masters or willingness to undertake
- Independent Prescriber or willingness to undertake
Experience
Essential
- Minimum 2 years' experience in Gynaecology at band 6 level
- Experience in scanning (transabdominal and transvaginal ultrasound) patients presenting with early pregnancy or as a gynaecological emergencies
- Experience of managing /leading a team and co-ordinating workload
- Demonstrate the use audit to improve the quality of the service and patient care
Desirable
- Advanced clinical assessment skills
Skills
Essential
- Ultrasound scanning skills
- Competent in phlebotomy
- Ability to translate complex specialised medical information into patient suitable language
- Research participation at local level /Understanding of research clinical trials
Desirable
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).
