Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen within our state of the art Urology Centre for a permanent Band 5 Staff Nurse position. We are looking for an enthusiastic and self-motivated individual that would enjoy working in an exciting and challenging environment. You will help provide excellent, evidence-based care for all of our service users, whether they are attending for Brachytherapy or General Urology procedures in our theatre, a flexible cystoscopy or prostate biopsy in one of our treatment suites, or an Outpatient appointment in our consultation rooms. Previous experience within a Urology environment would be an advantage, although opportunities for personal and professional development within the role are available.
Main duties of the job
To act as a lead and mentor for staff; supporting them in their development. To run clinics, assist with urological procedures and treatments, effectively ensuring a productive outpatient environment.
The role involves the management of quality, clinical care, and advocacy for the patient experience, effective management of resources and appropriate deployment of junior staff.
About us
Royal Surrey is a compassionate and collaborative acute and community Trust. Recognising that our 5000 colleagues are our greatest strength, we offer a comprehensive health and wellbeing program along with a commitment to developing and advancing your career. Our diverse and welcoming Royal Surrey family will ensure you that you feel valued from your initial interview through your entire tenure.
We are clinically led and provide joined up care by bridging the gap between hospital and community services alongside regional specialist cancer care. Our main acute hospital site is in Guildford with community hospital sites at Milford, Haslemere and Cranleigh. We provide adult community health services in homes across Guildford and Waverley.
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) have given us an overall rating of Outstanding.
Royal Surrey has a strong reputation and history to build on. We are proud of our achievements and we are investing in our colleagues through our commitment to supporting professional development as well as investing more than £45 million in our physical environment and new equipment in the next few years. There has never been a better time to join us.
Although it isn't the Trusts normal practice, adverts may close early, so you are encouraged to submit an application as soon as possible.
A video about the Royal Surrey - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R96pMboIYdo
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the full Job Description
KEY RESULT AREAS/MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: To adhered to the main standards of performance for patient care, within the concepts of the accepted nursing philosophy and good customer care. To provide care, support and clinical function to all patients within the Urology Centre areas Ensure effective communication and interpersonal skills with the other members of the team. Promote a friendly and welcoming atmosphere for both team members and patients. Be courteous, helpful and supportive to patients at all times. To liaise with clinicians, other professionals and community staff as appropriate, coordinating and maintaining care which will achieve the set standards. To be involved with the systems and processes to ensure the 18 week pathway is maintained to the agreed standard. You will be expected to record accurate data in accordance with the requirements for the service and your clinical procedures and work. To ensure that the following standards are met and promoted within the Urology Centre areas: - Respect for privacy, dignity and religious and cultural beliefs - Information to relatives and friends about the progress of treatment subject to the patients wishes - Confidentiality To be a patient advocate and provide support for patients medical, social and psychological needs whilst attending the Urology Centre areas. To be aware of the Urology Centre nursing budget in order to achieve a safe and cost-effective service within the constraints of the agreed budget. To ensure care provided is evidence based and in line with the Trusts policies, procedures, standards and guidelines as required and that they are given adequate supervision and support. To be required to use any computer system purchased by the Trust providing appropriate training given. To set an example of professional work and behaviour, including maintaining punctuality, good attendance and commitment to the department. You may also be frequently required to take charge of the Urology Centre area. To ensure that you are familiar with the Trusts policies and procedures and introduce staff to them as required. To be a role model to junior staff and provide leadership ability when necessary To continue to develop clinical and professional knowledge and be aware of your own training needs. Attend professional updates and mandatory training as dictated by the Trust and the NMC. To work to the competencies/objectives expected of a Band 5 Registered Nurse To assist with Band 2 performance appraisals To assist the Urology Centre Charge Nurse/Sister in the management of Personnel issues as appropriate
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the full Job Description
KEY RESULT AREAS/MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: To adhered to the main standards of performance for patient care, within the concepts of the accepted nursing philosophy and good customer care. To provide care, support and clinical function to all patients within the Urology Centre areas Ensure effective communication and interpersonal skills with the other members of the team. Promote a friendly and welcoming atmosphere for both team members and patients. Be courteous, helpful and supportive to patients at all times. To liaise with clinicians, other professionals and community staff as appropriate, coordinating and maintaining care which will achieve the set standards. To be involved with the systems and processes to ensure the 18 week pathway is maintained to the agreed standard. You will be expected to record accurate data in accordance with the requirements for the service and your clinical procedures and work. To ensure that the following standards are met and promoted within the Urology Centre areas: - Respect for privacy, dignity and religious and cultural beliefs - Information to relatives and friends about the progress of treatment subject to the patients wishes - Confidentiality To be a patient advocate and provide support for patients medical, social and psychological needs whilst attending the Urology Centre areas. To be aware of the Urology Centre nursing budget in order to achieve a safe and cost-effective service within the constraints of the agreed budget. To ensure care provided is evidence based and in line with the Trusts policies, procedures, standards and guidelines as required and that they are given adequate supervision and support. To be required to use any computer system purchased by the Trust providing appropriate training given. To set an example of professional work and behaviour, including maintaining punctuality, good attendance and commitment to the department. You may also be frequently required to take charge of the Urology Centre area. To ensure that you are familiar with the Trusts policies and procedures and introduce staff to them as required. To be a role model to junior staff and provide leadership ability when necessary To continue to develop clinical and professional knowledge and be aware of your own training needs. Attend professional updates and mandatory training as dictated by the Trust and the NMC. To work to the competencies/objectives expected of a Band 5 Registered Nurse To assist with Band 2 performance appraisals To assist the Urology Centre Charge Nurse/Sister in the management of Personnel issues as appropriate
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Hold a nursing accreditation (NMC PIN)
Knowledge
Essential
- Evidence of continuing professional development
- Must have an understanding of the background to and aims of current healthcare policy/national guidance /CQC/and appreciate the implications of this on engagement
Desirable
- Knowledge of specialist OPD area
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Hold a nursing accreditation (NMC PIN)
Knowledge
Essential
- Evidence of continuing professional development
- Must have an understanding of the background to and aims of current healthcare policy/national guidance /CQC/and appreciate the implications of this on engagement
Desirable
- Knowledge of specialist OPD area
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).
