Job summary
This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic RGN to develop their career in the Urology Department. We are seeking to appoint a Band 6 motivated nurse to work within the Urology Outpatient department.
The successful candidate will assist with the management of the department on a day-to-day basis by supporting and acting on behalf of the Manager.
You will ensure the provision of effective, efficient and appropriate high quality patient care.
Support the Band 7 in assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care needs and quality assurance.
Support the Band 7 in running the Urology outpatient department.
Main duties of the job
Successfully complete a locally approved orientation programme.o To support a clinical environment that is patient and public focused.o To provide expert clinical advice to team members, and act as a credible clinical expert.o Communicates sensitive information to patients and families in relation to their medical condition, requires persuasive,reassurance skills; some patients may have barriers to understandingo To assess and interpret acute and patient conditions, appropriate action. Recognises and manages acutely unwell andcomplex patients that may need referral to inpatient services.o Assist and prepare for common invasive procedures:? Take bloods? Perform bladder chemotherapy? Teach patients to intermittently self-catheterise? Prep and assist in biopsies and cystoscopies? Perform complicated catheterisations? Perform supra pubic catheter changeso Undertake nurse led clinicso Identify abnormalities in diagnostic tests and blood resultso Ensures the promotion and maintenance of health and prevention of illness
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply
About us
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board is a multi-award-winning NHS organisation with a passion for caring. The Health Board provides an exceptional workplace where you can feel trusted and valued. Whatever your specialty or stage in your career, we have opportunities for everyone to start, grow and build your career. The health board provides integrated acute, primary and community care serving a population of 650,000 and employing over 16,000 staff.
We offer a fantastic benefits package and extensive training and development opportunities with paid mandatory training, excellent in-house programmes, opportunities to complete recognised qualifications and professional career pathways including a range of management development programmes. We offer flexible working and promote a healthy work life balance, provide occupational health support and an ambitious plan for a Wellbeing Centre of Excellence to support you at work.
Our Clinical Futures strategy continues to enhance and promote care closer to home as well as high quality hospital care when needed. This includes the Grange University Hospital which provides specialist and critical care and is the newest addition to the clinical futures strategy opening in November 2020. Join us on our journey to pioneer new ways of working and deliver a world-class healthcare service fit for the future.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac
Person Specification
Values
Essential
- Demonstrate knowledge of care, compassion, competence, communication, courage and commitment Ability to act on own initiative and direct own work
- Flexible approach Ability to work across professional boundaries
Education and Training
Essential
- NMC registration Registered 1st Level Nurse 1st Degree relevant to nursing
- Supplemented by specialist clinical, managerial training, CPD to Post Graduate Diploma or equivalent demonstrable knowledge and experience.
Desirable
- Experience of management (staff and resources)
- Teaching & assessing or equivalent
- Evidence of continued professional development
- ILS
Experience
Essential
- Relevant post registration experience. Relevant experience at Band 5. Ability to assess, plan, implement & evaluate care
- Able to meet patient's physical & psychological needs. Able to recognise situations detrimental to health
- Able to maintain highest standards of care. Able to produce documentation to highest standards.
Desirable
- Aware of the process of effective change management
Aptitude and abilities
Essential
- Audit I.T. Skills Ability to be creative and innovative Organised and methodical
- A high level of written and verbal communication skills Multidisciplinary working Ability to work in partnership with senior colleagues and part of a team Ability to sensitively and appropriately influence others. An awareness of the need to focus on continuous quality improvement An awareness of patient care pathways Able to deal with aggressive patients/relatives/staff situations and possess skills to de-escalate Willingness to develop autonomous and accountable practice
Desirable
- Ability to speak Welsh. Robust management of incident.
- Reporting and pro-active action planning. Understanding of Clinical Governance frameworks. Counselling skills
Values
Essential
- Demonstrate knowledge of care, compassion, competence, communication, courage and commitment Ability to act on own initiative and direct own work
- Flexible approach Ability to work across professional boundaries
Person Specification
Values
Essential
- Demonstrate knowledge of care, compassion, competence, communication, courage and commitment Ability to act on own initiative and direct own work
- Flexible approach Ability to work across professional boundaries
Education and Training
Essential
- NMC registration Registered 1st Level Nurse 1st Degree relevant to nursing
- Supplemented by specialist clinical, managerial training, CPD to Post Graduate Diploma or equivalent demonstrable knowledge and experience.
Desirable
- Experience of management (staff and resources)
- Teaching & assessing or equivalent
- Evidence of continued professional development
- ILS
Experience
Essential
- Relevant post registration experience. Relevant experience at Band 5. Ability to assess, plan, implement & evaluate care
- Able to meet patient's physical & psychological needs. Able to recognise situations detrimental to health
- Able to maintain highest standards of care. Able to produce documentation to highest standards.
Desirable
- Aware of the process of effective change management
Aptitude and abilities
Essential
- Audit I.T. Skills Ability to be creative and innovative Organised and methodical
- A high level of written and verbal communication skills Multidisciplinary working Ability to work in partnership with senior colleagues and part of a team Ability to sensitively and appropriately influence others. An awareness of the need to focus on continuous quality improvement An awareness of patient care pathways Able to deal with aggressive patients/relatives/staff situations and possess skills to de-escalate Willingness to develop autonomous and accountable practice
Desirable
- Ability to speak Welsh. Robust management of incident.
- Reporting and pro-active action planning. Understanding of Clinical Governance frameworks. Counselling skills
Values
Essential
- Demonstrate knowledge of care, compassion, competence, communication, courage and commitment Ability to act on own initiative and direct own work
- Flexible approach Ability to work across professional boundaries
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).
