Job summary
Cancer, Haematology, Urology, Gastroenterology, & GI Surgery Clinical Management Group
Band 6 Full Time Post
Urology emergency admissions ward 29 LGH Deputy Sister
Leicester General Hospital
Do you want to develop your Urology skills and knowledge or are a urology nurse already? Are you an enthusiastic emergency nurse looking for a challenge in our 24/7 emergency admissions unit? Or do you aspire to be an expert in the management of the complex urological surgical patient?
We currently are lucky enough to have a band 6 vacancy across the unit and would be interested to hear from anyone who has an interest/experience in urology and are ready for the challenge of a band 6 post.
If you have 5 years post registration experience or 2 years urology experience, are enthusiastic and passionate about nursing, then why not be part of our new expanding post reconfiguration urology unit.
Main duties of the job
Ward 29 is our dedicated 14 bedded emergency admission ward and triage area which accepts urological referrals 24/7. We are the busiest urology admissions unit in the UK currently and are looking for dynamic individuals to assist in implementing nurse led discharge, community patient pathways and generally fulfil the role of a deputy Sister.
About us
We are one of the biggest and busiest NHS trusts in the country, incorporating the General, Glenfield and Royal Infirmary hospitals. We have our very own Children's Hospital and run one of the country's leading heart centres.
Our team is made up of more than 17,000 staff providing a range of services primarily for the one million residents of Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland.
We work with partners at the University of Leicester and De Montfort University providing world-class teaching to nurture and develop the next generation of doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals, many of whom go on to spend their working lives with us.
Our purpose is to provide 'Caring at its best' and our staff have helped us create a set of values that embody who we are and what we're here to do. They are:
- We focus on what matters most
- We treat others how we would like to be treated
- We are passionate and creative in our work
- We do what we say we are going to do
- We are one team and we are best when we work together
Our patients are at the heart of all we do and we believe that 'Caring at its best' is not just about the treatments and services we provide, but about giving our patients the best possible experience.
About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust: (leicestershospitals.nhs.uk)
Job description
Job responsibilities
You must be able to work on your own initiative, be forward thinking with good prioritisation and organisational skills and have the desire to be part of an expanding nursing team who are at the forefront of ever developing Nurse-led services. Excellent communication skills are key not only to improving your patients experience but also to contribute towards effective teamwork.We are dedicated to invest our time in developing you professionally as an individual. You will have your own personal support through the specialist nurse team and consultant body in order to meet your own development needs.
The future for urology is exciting post reconfiguration, come and be part of the team that help to shape Urology services in Leicester to be one of the best in the UK.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You must be able to work on your own initiative, be forward thinking with good prioritisation and organisational skills and have the desire to be part of an expanding nursing team who are at the forefront of ever developing Nurse-led services. Excellent communication skills are key not only to improving your patients experience but also to contribute towards effective teamwork.We are dedicated to invest our time in developing you professionally as an individual. You will have your own personal support through the specialist nurse team and consultant body in order to meet your own development needs.
The future for urology is exciting post reconfiguration, come and be part of the team that help to shape Urology services in Leicester to be one of the best in the UK.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- level 1 RN adult with UK NMC PIN. No restrictions to practice
Skills
Essential
- Experienced band 5 or above with knowledge and or relevant experience
- Teaching & assessment skills
- Adult Catherterisation
Desirable
- Good computer & IT skills
Communication
Essential
- Excellent written & verbal communication skills
- Good IT skills
Desirable
- Advanced communication skills/course
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- level 1 RN adult with UK NMC PIN. No restrictions to practice
Skills
Essential
- Experienced band 5 or above with knowledge and or relevant experience
- Teaching & assessment skills
- Adult Catherterisation
Desirable
- Good computer & IT skills
Communication
Essential
- Excellent written & verbal communication skills
- Good IT skills
Desirable
- Advanced communication skills/course
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).
