Staff Nurse - ENT

Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust

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Job summary

We have a new opportunity in ENT Outpatients Department based at Maidstone & Tunbridge Wells NHS Hospital trust. We are looking for a qualified nurse who is keen to develop in this area and would like to join our small, friendly team. The post involves preparation, co-ordination and closing of clinic sessions.

Main duties of the job

Flexible working is a requirement for this post, previous experience of working in ENT is not essential but would be an advantage. We will provide the successful applicant with an individualised induction and training programme.

Day to duties include prepping for clinic, organising UCC clinic, managing clinics, decontamination, pre operative assessment and deputising for the senior in absence.

This role will provide opportunities for increased experience, knowledge, personal development and weekly teaching opportunities.

About us

Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust is a large acute hospital Trust in the county of Kent.

The Trust provides a full range of general hospital services and some areas of specialist complex care to around 760,000 people living in the south part of West Kent and the north part of East Sussex.

The Trust's core catchment areas are Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells and their surrounding boroughs. We work from two main clinical sites: Maidstone Hospital and Tunbridge Wells Hospital at Pembury. Tunbridge Wells Hospital opened in 2011 and provides single rooms with en-suites for all in-patients - the first of its kind in the country.

We employ more than 7,000 full and part-time staff in a huge range of clinical and non-clinical roles across both of our hospital sites.

Would you like to work flexibly?In the NHS, we are reminded every day of how important life is. As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us, for our patients and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement.

Date posted

29 April 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£28,407 to £34,581 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

359-6214501-T2

Job locations

Tunbridge Wells

Tonbridge Road

Pembury

TN2 4QJ


Job description

Job responsibilities

Once your pre-employment checks have been completed you will be contacted by Recruitment to arrange your start date which will be in line with one of our Corporate Inductions.

Following your Corporate Induction you will be expected to attend the Trusts 2-week Induction Programme for RNs, NAs, RMs, ODPs and Paramedics. The programme is full-time (please email mtw-tr.professionalstandards@nhs.net if this is problematic)and will involve travel to both Trust sites. The programme includes supernumerary shifts in the clinical area, classroom-based sessions and e-learning.

Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure & Barring Service Check at Enhanced Level. (Enhanced level now includes regulated checks against vulnerable adults and children)

At MTW, we seek to develop a culture where everyone can reach their full potential with opportunities to grow and develop their career. We recognise and value the unique contributions that each of our staff bring, delivering the best quality care and service to our patients. We are committed to being a diverse employer and strive to reflect everyone in our local communities. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences and celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that will make our Trust the best place to work.

Interview Date: To be confirmed

Job description

Job responsibilities

Once your pre-employment checks have been completed you will be contacted by Recruitment to arrange your start date which will be in line with one of our Corporate Inductions.

Following your Corporate Induction you will be expected to attend the Trusts 2-week Induction Programme for RNs, NAs, RMs, ODPs and Paramedics. The programme is full-time (please email mtw-tr.professionalstandards@nhs.net if this is problematic)and will involve travel to both Trust sites. The programme includes supernumerary shifts in the clinical area, classroom-based sessions and e-learning.

Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure & Barring Service Check at Enhanced Level. (Enhanced level now includes regulated checks against vulnerable adults and children)

At MTW, we seek to develop a culture where everyone can reach their full potential with opportunities to grow and develop their career. We recognise and value the unique contributions that each of our staff bring, delivering the best quality care and service to our patients. We are committed to being a diverse employer and strive to reflect everyone in our local communities. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences and celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that will make our Trust the best place to work.

Interview Date: To be confirmed

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • NMC Registered Nurse

Desirable

  • ENT qualification or willingness to undertake an ENT training

Experience/Knowledge

Essential

  • Post registration experience
  • Demonstrates a commitment to professional development

Desirable

  • Previous experience in outpatients setting
  • Understanding of audit and benchmarking processes

Skills

Essential

  • Possess a high standard of communication skills both written and oral
  • Be able to effectively coordinate workload and liaise with multi-disciplinary team
  • Be able to work independently and as part of a team
  • Evident commitment to patient-centered care

Desirable

  • To possess relevant practical skills
  • IT/Keyboard skills
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • NMC Registered Nurse

Desirable

  • ENT qualification or willingness to undertake an ENT training

Experience/Knowledge

Essential

  • Post registration experience
  • Demonstrates a commitment to professional development

Desirable

  • Previous experience in outpatients setting
  • Understanding of audit and benchmarking processes

Skills

Essential

  • Possess a high standard of communication skills both written and oral
  • Be able to effectively coordinate workload and liaise with multi-disciplinary team
  • Be able to work independently and as part of a team
  • Evident commitment to patient-centered care

Desirable

  • To possess relevant practical skills
  • IT/Keyboard skills

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.

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.

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

Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust

Address

Tunbridge Wells

Tonbridge Road

Pembury

TN2 4QJ


Employer's website

https://www.mtw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust

Address

Tunbridge Wells

Tonbridge Road

Pembury

TN2 4QJ


Employer's website

https://www.mtw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

For questions about the job, contact:

Matron

Sarah Hanlon

sarah.hanlon10@nhs.net

07849309859

Date posted

29 April 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£28,407 to £34,581 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

359-6214501-T2

Job locations

Tunbridge Wells

Tonbridge Road

Pembury

TN2 4QJ


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