- Assisting at procedures eg egg collections
- Recovery of patients after sedation and pre and post sedation care
- Assisting at a variety of clinics, infertility, IVF appointments
- Teaching patients how to perform injections and explaining treatment cycles/ pathways and drugs involved
- Assisting at ultrasound appointments and giving information following these appointments.
- Triaging patients and providing help, guidance and advice via the telephone and also face to face.
- Develop a knowledge of fertility treatments and care pathways
- Have an understanding of the regulatory body Human Fertilisation and Embryology Authority and adhere to the code of practice.
- Actively participate in audit and the quality management system.
- Adhere to the trust values and vision.
- Fully Completed Application Form
- Flexible Working
- Self Motivated
- Good Communicator
- Confident Approach
- Committed to Service Development
- Numerate
- Problem Solving
- Time Management
- People Management
- Adhere to Hospital Policies & Guidelines
- Health & Safety
- Control of Infection
- Awareness of Trust and Division web-site information
- Maintain Own Continuing Education
- Interest/Awareness of : NHS Professional / Vocational Issues
- Audit / Research
- 1 years' experience as a qualified registered Nurse
- Gynae / Fertility Background/Training
- RGN / RM with relevant experience and competency
- Working Knowledge of NMC Code of Professional Conduct
- Scope of Professional Practice
- Standards for the Administration of Medicine
- Records & Record Keeping
- Awareness of the HFEA code of practice
- ENB 998
Staff Nurse - Liverpool, United Kingdom - Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust
Description
Job summary
This post is open to Registered Nurses and Midwives.
A great opportunity has arisen for 2 RN/RM to join the Hewitt Fertility Clinic in Liverpool here you will work as part of a team delivering a high quality standard of care within the Hewitt Fertility Centre. Organise, facilitate, and monitor individualised patient care. Undertake the role of a link nurse within the department as and when required.
Main duties of the job
As part of the Fertility Team you will gain experience in each of the areas within the fertility unit. This will enable you to work with patients within each of these areas. These include,
About us
Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust delivers the highest standards of care for women, babies and families. Each year we deliver over 7,500 babies, carry out over 49,000 gynaecological inpatient and outpatient procedures, care for over 1,000 poorly & preterm newborns, perform around 1,000 IVF cycles and have over 4,000 genetic appointments taking place. We believe that this along with a strong dedication to research & innovation makes usthe specialist health provider of choice in Europe for women, babies and families.
We have some of the leading experts in their field, which has been showcased on national TV and news, making our teams famous across the world for professionalism, skill & compassion.
The Trust is constantly innovating and evolving it's services to provide the most cutting edge and modern care possible. As well as developing services on our current site we have long-term aspirations for the future. We have recently launched a number of new strategies which provide a detailed long-term plan for our services.
Check out why Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust is a great place to work using the links below:
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Job descriptionJob responsibilities
Personally give care to individuals, under the guidance of the team leader, based on agreed Policies, Guidelines and Standard Operating Procedures, adhering to the Human Fertilisation and Embryology Authority Code of Practice.
Assist with the clinical management of the department, maintaining high standards of nursing practice and promoting the philosophy of patient centred care. Ensuring effective communication is maintained at all times.
Manage time and resources efficiently, achieving good communication.
Use every reasonable opportunity to maintain and develop your knowledge and competence of Fertility nursing.
Give support and guidance to untrained staff working in the ward / department
Provide care for pre and post operative patients having oocyte collections or embryo transfers under sedation
Participate and contribute to the setting and auditing of research based practice to develop new Guidelines and Policies as necessary.
Maintain accurate and legible records ensuring patient care is a current reflection of treatment and advice.
Participate in the development of good working relationships within the team and ward/department area.
When undertaking the role of a link nurse ensure all meetings are attended and actions given are implemented within your remit.
When required, and as part of self development, take charge of the ward / department
Be responsible for maintaining NMC registration and conforming to all relevant NMC Codes of Practice and Advisory Papers.
The post holder maybe required to work within any of the satellite or transport centres as required
Person SpecificationSpecial Conditions
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Personal Qualities
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Managerial Competencies
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Skills, Knowledge & Aptitudes
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Experience
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Qualifications and Learning
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