Job summary
To deputise for the plastic surgery and laser centre when the Manager is absent. Driving forward evidence based practice and taking responsibility for the supervision of staff and the policies and practices that operate within the clinical area.
The post holder is also expected to deliver direct patient care whilst, co-coordinating and overseeing nursing practice
To take the lead role for the plastic surgery trauma service working with the nurse manager, Service Manager and Clinical lead to ensure a smooth patient journey.
Main duties of the job
To deputise for the plastic surgery and laser centre when the Manager is absent. Driving forward evidence based practice and taking responsibility for the supervision of staff and the policies and practices that operate within the clinical area.
The post holder is also expected to deliver direct patient care whilst, co-coordinating and overseeing nursing practice
To take the lead role for the plastic surgery trauma service working with the nurse manager, Service Manager and Clinical lead to ensure a smooth patient journey.
About us
Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Both hospital sites offer key services such as A&E, Obstetrics-led Maternity and Paediatrics.
You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career.
We have state-of-the art facilities placing us at the heart of cutting edge health care. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available.
Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. Please ensure that you make your application as soon as possible.
All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering their first six months in post. Travel between hospital sites may be required.
Please review all documents attached to this advert to ensure you familiarise yourself with all requirements of the job.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Be responsible for, and participate in, all clinical activity within the unit, including working in theatre, dressings, laser, hand trauma and general plastics clinics and pre and post-operative care of patients.
Taking a lead in delivering the trauma and complex dressing service, this includes developing and teaching the application of VAC therapy to junior staff
Participate in the nurse lead laser service and photodynamic therapy clinics
Take responsibility for the smooth operational running of the department in the absence of the manager, supervising nursing and clerical staff. Ensure correct staffing levels and skill mix.
Set standards, objectives and priorities within each span of duty.
Be conversant with the Hospital and Departments clinical guidelines, policies and SOPs, and act accordingly.
Give utmost regard to psychological care of patients, their dignity, and maintain confidentiality at all times.
Act as patient advocate, intervening on the patients behalf as necessary
Be accountable for personal practice, critically evaluating own performance ensuring the use of reflective practice to promote a high standard of care.
Provide feedback to all staff from any study sessions attended.
Demonstrate a good working relationship with the Multi-Disciplinary team, maintaining effective lines of communication
Participate in the appraisal process and take every opportunity to develop knowledge and skills.
Support with quality improvement, innovation and service development
Job description
Job responsibilities
Be responsible for, and participate in, all clinical activity within the unit, including working in theatre, dressings, laser, hand trauma and general plastics clinics and pre and post-operative care of patients.
Taking a lead in delivering the trauma and complex dressing service, this includes developing and teaching the application of VAC therapy to junior staff
Participate in the nurse lead laser service and photodynamic therapy clinics
Take responsibility for the smooth operational running of the department in the absence of the manager, supervising nursing and clerical staff. Ensure correct staffing levels and skill mix.
Set standards, objectives and priorities within each span of duty.
Be conversant with the Hospital and Departments clinical guidelines, policies and SOPs, and act accordingly.
Give utmost regard to psychological care of patients, their dignity, and maintain confidentiality at all times.
Act as patient advocate, intervening on the patients behalf as necessary
Be accountable for personal practice, critically evaluating own performance ensuring the use of reflective practice to promote a high standard of care.
Provide feedback to all staff from any study sessions attended.
Demonstrate a good working relationship with the Multi-Disciplinary team, maintaining effective lines of communication
Participate in the appraisal process and take every opportunity to develop knowledge and skills.
Support with quality improvement, innovation and service development
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- RGN LEVEL 1
- Evidence of continued professional development
- Teaching or mentorship qualification
Desirable
- BTEC or equivalent in laser
- Degree in relevent area
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrate expert nursing skills and have previous experience working as a band 6
- Experience of working within a surgical speciality
- Experience of skin grafts and complex wound dressings
Desirable
- Relevant experience in theatre and outpatient type setting's
Knowledge
Essential
- Good Communication verbal and written
- Ability to deliver high quality patient care
- Flexible and adaptable to changing situations due to workload and colleague's needs
Desirable
- Knowledge of laser safety and laser tissue interactions
Personal
Essential
- Enthusiastic and self aware
- Creative and flexible
- Team Focused
- Reliable, adaptable and dependable
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- RGN LEVEL 1
- Evidence of continued professional development
- Teaching or mentorship qualification
Desirable
- BTEC or equivalent in laser
- Degree in relevent area
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrate expert nursing skills and have previous experience working as a band 6
- Experience of working within a surgical speciality
- Experience of skin grafts and complex wound dressings
Desirable
- Relevant experience in theatre and outpatient type setting's
Knowledge
Essential
- Good Communication verbal and written
- Ability to deliver high quality patient care
- Flexible and adaptable to changing situations due to workload and colleague's needs
Desirable
- Knowledge of laser safety and laser tissue interactions
Personal
Essential
- Enthusiastic and self aware
- Creative and flexible
- Team Focused
- Reliable, adaptable and dependable
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).
