Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity within the Recovery team at Wycombe for enthusiastic and dynamic nurses or AHPs wanting to develop their critical thinking skills and advanced nursing skills in the provision of excellent perioperative care and patient experience.
The Wycombe General Recovery Units consist of three areas which cover a full variety of specialities such as Plastics, General Surgery including Breast and Vascular, Urology, Gynaecology, ENT and OMFS, Orthopaedic and Spinal surgery. We also cater for Paediatric Surgery in multiple specialities
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be a Registered Nurse or AHP, preferably with previous surgical nursing experience but this is not essential and full training will be given. Be a good communicator and able to work as part of a team and or as a lone practitioner. Be willing to undertake specialist training. The successful candidate will work as part of a team who cover across site working with our Recovery team in Stoke MandevilleWe have a tradition of excellence and our vision is simple, to provide a gold standard in peri-operative practice, and invest in you the people who deliver care. We are seeking enthusiastic and committed individuals to join our team.
About us
Listen to why colleagues think we are a great place to work! - BHT - A great place to work (buckshealthcare.nhs.uk)
What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you?
- As part of our BHT family, you'll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.
- We offer flexible and agile workingopportunities,alongside your NHS benefits ofgenerous annual leave entitlement, pension andaccess toNHS discount schemes.
- We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.
Why work for us?
- We're committed to promoting inclusion and making sure all colleagues feel they belong. We encourage new colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply.
- As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect.
- Greater diversity withinourBHT familyimprovespositive outcomes for the people and communities we serve.
What do we stand for?
- Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work.
- Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time.
- Our CARE values are collaborate, aspire, respect and enable.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert.
If you are an internal applicant there is the option for secondment, all applicants must have the endorsement/support of their line manager prior to application.
If you have a disability that makes submitting this online application difficult and would like assistance, please contact us on bht.recruitment@nhs.net quoting the vacancy reference number.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert.
If you are an internal applicant there is the option for secondment, all applicants must have the endorsement/support of their line manager prior to application.
If you have a disability that makes submitting this online application difficult and would like assistance, please contact us on bht.recruitment@nhs.net quoting the vacancy reference number.
Person Specification
EXPERIENCE
Desirable
- Experience in Recovery New graduates may be considered depending on the nature of the vacancy
SKILLS, ABILITIES & KNOWLEDGE
Essential
- Ability to communicate with staff at all levels within and outside the Trust
- Ability to communicate with patients (and their relatives or carers) who may have some a range of complex health care issues, and a variety of sensory/communication/ physical /mental health /language needs
- Evidence of excellent interpersonal skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Time Management
- Ability to meet deadlines
- Planning and organisation skills
Desirable
- Sound knowledge of theatre practice and perioperative Issues
- Working knowledge of the NHS and structures/procedures
- IT skills
EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING
Essential
- RGN / or ODP with City & Guilds 752, NVQ (ODP) Level 3, or Diploma in Higher Education in Operating department Practice.
- NMC or HCPC registration
Desirable
SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES
Desirable
- Ability to remain in a restricted position for a long period of time
- Ability to transfer patients (some with disabilities) using mechanical aids
- Ability to stand of feet for long periods of time
- Highly developed physical skills (good eye-hand coordination) including manual dexterity
- Exposure to chemicals (including occasional chemical spills), laboratory samples (blood, gastric contents, biopsies and swabs)
Person Specification
EXPERIENCE
Desirable
- Experience in Recovery New graduates may be considered depending on the nature of the vacancy
SKILLS, ABILITIES & KNOWLEDGE
Essential
- Ability to communicate with staff at all levels within and outside the Trust
- Ability to communicate with patients (and their relatives or carers) who may have some a range of complex health care issues, and a variety of sensory/communication/ physical /mental health /language needs
- Evidence of excellent interpersonal skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Time Management
- Ability to meet deadlines
- Planning and organisation skills
Desirable
- Sound knowledge of theatre practice and perioperative Issues
- Working knowledge of the NHS and structures/procedures
- IT skills
EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING
Essential
- RGN / or ODP with City & Guilds 752, NVQ (ODP) Level 3, or Diploma in Higher Education in Operating department Practice.
- NMC or HCPC registration
Desirable
SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES
Desirable
- Ability to remain in a restricted position for a long period of time
- Ability to transfer patients (some with disabilities) using mechanical aids
- Ability to stand of feet for long periods of time
- Highly developed physical skills (good eye-hand coordination) including manual dexterity
- Exposure to chemicals (including occasional chemical spills), laboratory samples (blood, gastric contents, biopsies and swabs)
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).
