Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic Band 5 Registered Nurse to join our dedicated and friendly team on the Gynaecology Ward based within The Women's and Children's Hospital at HRI.
Cedar Ward is a diverse and fast-paced clinical area, which sees a high turnover of patients. We care for women undergoing both elective and emergency gynaecological surgery, general gynaecology and emergency admissions. Cedar Ward also cares for women with complications in early pregnancy up to 16 weeks gestation.
Previous gynaecology experience would be considered an advantage but not essential as training will be provided for those candidates that demonstrate a keen interest in women's health.
The successful applicant will have a positive, caring attitude and excellent communication skills. You will be committed to the Hull and East Yorkshire Teaching Hospital's NHS Trust Vision and Values to provide evidence based excellent care and be motivated to learn and share new ideas for improving the patient experience. Flexibility and teamwork are essential for the role.
For further information please contact Senior Sister Caroline Minty caroline.minty@nhs.net or Junior Sister Kaye Whitfield kaye.whitfield@nhs.net
Informal Visits Welcomed
Telephone contact 01482 604387
Main duties of the job
Will be responsible for the safe high quality assessment, planning and implementation of care delivery to a diverse patient group including both emergency and elective gynaecology patients.
The care of patients pre and post operatively.
The care of patients experiencing complications in early pregnancy up to 16 weeks gestation
Accurate record keeping
Safe administration of oral, intramuscular, intravenous and subcutaneous medications
Working collaboratively with the nursing team to ensure patient flow, timely discharges and managing bed capacity
About us
Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust strongly encourages new starters to have the Covid-19 vaccine. However, it is not a mandatory requirement to work for us.
HUTH has two main sites: Hull Royal Infirmary and Castle Hill Hospital with an annual budget of approximately £800 million. The Trust employs around 11,000 staff and serves an extended population of 1.25 million, delivering a number of outpatient services from locations across the area.
The Trust's secondary care service portfolio is comprehensive, covering the major medical and surgical specialties, routine and specialist diagnostic services and other clinical support services. These services are provided primarily to a catchment population of approximately 600,000 in the Hull and East Riding of Yorkshire area.
HUTH provides specialist and tertiary services to a population of 1.25 million extending from Scarborough in North Yorkshire to Grimsby and Scunthorpe in North East and North Lincolnshire respectively.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further details with regard to this vacancy opportunity, please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further details with regard to this vacancy opportunity, please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NMC Registered
- Up to date NMC registration
Desirable
- Diploma or Degree
- Able to demonstrate academic interests
- Mentorship
Experience
Essential
- Interest in Gynaecology and Women's Health
Desirable
- Previous experience in a Gynaecology setting
Skills, Knowledge and Ability
Essential
- Shows keenness to develop in Gynaecology nursing
- Follows evidence based practice
- Good communication skills both written and verbal
- IT Skills
- Be able to work under own initiative
- Work well within a team
- Demonstrates a developed understanding of confidentiality
- Evidence of clinical and professional development
- Ability to prioritise care associated with continually changing environment/patient demands
- Basic leadership skills
Desirable
- Comprehensive understanding of Gynaecological anatomy and physiology, Gynaecological conditions, their treatments and the equipment involved
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Good interpersonal and communication skills
- Shows an understanding of the skills required when dealing with sensitive issues/breaking bad news
Desirable
- Able to manage the workload of other staff
Other Requirements
Essential
- Prepared to work flexible shifts according to the needs of the service (including nights and weekends)
Desirable
- Ability to cover/change shifts at short notice
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NMC Registered
- Up to date NMC registration
Desirable
- Diploma or Degree
- Able to demonstrate academic interests
- Mentorship
Experience
Essential
- Interest in Gynaecology and Women's Health
Desirable
- Previous experience in a Gynaecology setting
Skills, Knowledge and Ability
Essential
- Shows keenness to develop in Gynaecology nursing
- Follows evidence based practice
- Good communication skills both written and verbal
- IT Skills
- Be able to work under own initiative
- Work well within a team
- Demonstrates a developed understanding of confidentiality
- Evidence of clinical and professional development
- Ability to prioritise care associated with continually changing environment/patient demands
- Basic leadership skills
Desirable
- Comprehensive understanding of Gynaecological anatomy and physiology, Gynaecological conditions, their treatments and the equipment involved
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Good interpersonal and communication skills
- Shows an understanding of the skills required when dealing with sensitive issues/breaking bad news
Desirable
- Able to manage the workload of other staff
Other Requirements
Essential
- Prepared to work flexible shifts according to the needs of the service (including nights and weekends)
Desirable
- Ability to cover/change shifts at short notice
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Address
Hull Royal Infirmary Women's and Children's Hospital
Anlaby Road
Hull
HU3 2JZ
Employer's website
https://www.hey.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
