Kingston Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Band 5 Newly Qualified Nurse- Royal Eye Unit- Open Day 13th April

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Job summary

*** Band 5 Newly Qualified Nurse 2023- Royal Eye Unit - join Kingston Hospital NHS Trust- Recruitment Open Day on Saturday 13th April 2024 @ Kingston Hospital***

As part of the ongoing expansion and modernisation of the Royal Eye Unit we are growing our team to ensure we continue to deliver a high standard of care to our local community. As such we are looking to recruit enthusiastic and dynamic people to join our supportive and friendly team during this exciting time.

We are seeking an innovative, enthusiastic nurse that is passionate about ophthalmology and willing to support its growth. The successful applicant would be expected to work as part of a multidisciplinary team in the department to achieve high standards of care. We rely on good team work, excellent communication and interpersonal skills for excellent care.

Our busy department includes - Eye Casualty, Pre-operative assessment , AMD, glaucoma and other ophthalmic sub-specialties services and clinics and you would be expected to rotate throughout each area within the department.

Knowledge and experience working on Ophthalmology outpatient setting is desirable for this post.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will assist the team in ensuring the effective running of the clinics. Ensuring the safety and wellbeing of patients and always working in a manner that promote dignity and human rights through the adoption of person centered care principles. to provide high quality evidence based, patient centered care using specific knowledge and skills. to teach, assess, supervise and mentor new and junior staff and students. to provide and maintain a high standard of care for patients attending royal eye unit outpatient department.

Join us onSaturday 13th April 2024 @ Kingston Hospital Royal Eye Unit Recruitment Open Day;to find out more about our exciting Band 5 Newly Qualified Nurse.

Event Details:

Time: 9am to 5pm

Location:Please report to the reception desk in theEducation Centrewhen you arrive.

We look forward to meeting you on Saturday 13th April 2024!

About us

Kingston Hospital - First Acute Trust in London to be rated Outstanding by CQC for Overall Quality and Leadership

Kingston Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is a district general hospital situated in a beautiful and remarkable part of the country - close to London yet surrounded by royal parks, historic buildings and the River Thames. We are located on a single site in Kingston upon Thames, Surrey and run several outpatient clinics in neighbouring areas including Raynes Park Health Centre and Teddington Memorial Hospital.

We employ 3,300+ staff who proudly and efficiently support over 350,000 people locally through a full range of diagnostic and treatment services and we have a national reputation for innovative developments in healthcare, particularly in 'patient-focused' care, day surgery and maternity services.

Health and Wellbeing & Staff Benefits

The Trust understands that benefits go beyond just financial rewards and offers a wide range of benefits that recognise staff contribution, provide opportunities for career development and offer initiatives to promote a healthy work-life balance. -Our Health Heroes Awards 2018 - Staff Retention and Wellbeing Employer of the Year. -HPMA Vivup Award for Well Being 2019.

Trust Values

Kingston Hospital NHS Trust has four key values and we want to employ and work with people who share these values and demonstrate behaviours that support them. They are: Caring, Safe, Responsible, Value Each Other, inspiring.

Details

Date posted

21 February 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£32,720 to £39,769 a year per annum incl. of HCAS (pro-rata)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

396-6080495-COPEN

Job locations

Kingston Hospital

Kingston Upon Thames

KT2 7QB


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached job description which provides further information on the role and responsibilities.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached job description which provides further information on the role and responsibilities.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Registered Nurse

Desirable

  • Diploma/Degree

Skills

Essential

  • Effective written and verbal communication skills.
  • Able to work as a member of a multidisciplinary team
  • Ability to prioritise and be adaptable

Desirable

  • Experience in using electronic patient records e.g. CRS.

Experience

Essential

  • Relevant experience in an acute hospital setting
  • Evidence of reflective practice which demonstrates the link between theory and practice

Desirable

  • 6 months recent experience in an acute hospital setting.
  • Contributes to hospital/unit wide initiatives
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Registered Nurse

Desirable

  • Diploma/Degree

Skills

Essential

  • Effective written and verbal communication skills.
  • Able to work as a member of a multidisciplinary team
  • Ability to prioritise and be adaptable

Desirable

  • Experience in using electronic patient records e.g. CRS.

Experience

Essential

  • Relevant experience in an acute hospital setting
  • Evidence of reflective practice which demonstrates the link between theory and practice

Desirable

  • 6 months recent experience in an acute hospital setting.
  • Contributes to hospital/unit wide initiatives

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

Kingston Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Kingston Hospital

Kingston Upon Thames

KT2 7QB


Employer's website

https://kingstonhospital.nhs.uk/work-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

Kingston Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Kingston Hospital

Kingston Upon Thames

KT2 7QB


Employer's website

https://kingstonhospital.nhs.uk/work-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

HR

Recruitment Team

khft.recruitmenthubnursing@nhs.net

02082964044

Details

Date posted

21 February 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£32,720 to £39,769 a year per annum incl. of HCAS (pro-rata)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

396-6080495-COPEN

Job locations

Kingston Hospital

Kingston Upon Thames

KT2 7QB


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