Staff Nurse - London, United Kingdom - St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Description

Outpatient Services

Band 5 staff nurse - Fracture Clinic/ Outpatients

St George's hospital is one of the country's leading teaching hospitals with an international reputation for excellent quality of care, cutting-edge treatment, education and research. We provide general, specialist, and tertiary services locally and nationally to all age groups. We recognise that it is only possible to provide high quality healthcare if we can recruit the right staff.

Outpatients see on average 65,000 patients a month working with a large variety of specialities to provide the best possible patient experience. An exciting opportunity has arisen for Band 5 staff nurse in our Fracture Clinic.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and vibrant Registered Nurse to work in our Fracture Clinic. You will need to be a dynamic and motivated NMC registered nurse with experience ideally within a surgical area and be able to show willingness and enthusiasm in the clinical areas.

For more information and/or an informal visit, please contact:

Matron Manisha Bageya or

Please note that our core hours are Monday - Saturday 8am to 8pm

Interviews will be held on 15th of March 2024.

Main duties of the job An exciting job opportunity in St George's Outpatients, Fracture clinic providing excellent nursing care, and as skills and competencies develop taking charge and actively participating in and contributing to the management of the ward or department on a regular basis. You will be supervising and mentoring junior staff. Wound management and dressings, and able to run clinics with minimal supervision. About us The post holder is expected to have a clear understanding of how this post contributes to the achievement of the trust vision of:A thriving Foundation Trust at the heart of an integrated healthcare system. One that delivers improved patient care at a community, hospital and specialist setting, supported by a unique and nationally recognised programme of research, education and employee engagement.We expect all our staff to share the values that are important to the Trust, being Excellent, Kind, Responsible & Respectful, and behave in a way that reflects these.St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults and expects that all staff will share in this commitment. The Trust is clear that all staff have a responsibility to be aware of children and adult safeguarding policies and procedures and that each member of staff, clinical and non-clinical, will attend child or adult safeguarding training that is provided at an appropriate level to suit their role. The Trust has the additionalexpectation that all staff will be able to identify concerns and know what action to take. Job description Job responsibilities 1. Professional/Clinical Assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating nursing care, utilisingResearch findings as appropriate. To provide leadership of the team to ensure a high and safe standard ofpatient care Ensuring that nursing procedures are carried out in accordance with St Georges policy taking appropriate action in emergency situations. Setting, monitoring and maintaining excellent standards of nursing care inconjunction with the multidisciplinary team. Maintaining personal contact with patients, relatives and carers, being sensitive to their needs for courtesy, dignity and privacy and ensuring a friendly environment at all times. As skills develop, managing the ward or department in the absence of the Ward Sister/Charge Nurse or Deputy, maintaining safe staffing levels, ensuring that polices are followed up and that the Senior Nurse is informed of any problems or incidents that might arise. Maintaining timely and accurate nursing records and ensuring that confidentiality is respected. Storing, checking and administering drugs including the intravenous route in accordance with Trust policy and NMC standards. To work with minimal supervision in all areas of the speciality as required. Communicating with and assisting the multidisciplinary team to promote excellence in the delivery of patient care. To prioritise own workload and that of other staff ensuring that the ward or department is managed effectively. To contribute to the local resolution, investigation and follow up action of any informal or formal complaints. To demonstrate outpatient and wound care expertise underpinned by theory and incorporating evidence-based practice.2. ORGANISATIONAL Co-ordinating the admission/reception of new patients in conjunction with the Bed Management Team. Arranging, in consultation with the multidisciplinary team and the Bed Manager the discharge/transfer of patients and initiating appropriate community care services. Communicating and co-operating with other wards and departments providing accurate information as required, particularly the notification of incidents and accidents to staff, patients and visitors. Maintaining a safe and clean environment within the clinical area in accordance with the Trust Health and Safety, Clinical Risk and Infection Control policies. Participating in and developing the skills to represent the ward /department at meetings, participating in audit, research, projects and being willing to take on the role of a Link Nurse for areas of clinical expertise. Maintaining and monitoring levels of stock and ensuring there are adequate supplies and that resources are used effectively. Handling, checking and storing patients cash and valuables in accordance with Trust policies. Develop the skills to assist in planning and completing the ward or department staffing rota to ensure an appropriate skill mix to meet the needs of the service. To take appropriate action to manage unexpected situations and changes, informing the on call manager as necessary. To be familiar with and use the PAS system and any other computerised system integral to the running of the service. To contribute to Clinical Governance, achieving the goals of the Service Delivery Unit (SDU) and the Trusts Nursing Strategy.3. EDUCATION AND RESEARCH Participating in pre and post registration nursing education in accordance with the Trust and University requirements and in consultation with the Ward Sister/Charge Nurse and liaison Tutor. Attend mandatory training and ensure attendance is recorded in personalprofessional portfolio. To be responsible for own personal and professional development and practice recognising own limitations and the need for continuing education. Contribute to and evaluate the implantation of new ideas and innovations within the ward or department. In conjunction with the Ward Sister/Charge Nurse plan the orientation of new staff and the development of junior staff through objective setting to improve clinical practice. Promote health education and provide appropriate information and advice to patients and their carers. To participate in quality initiatives to promote and ensure that nursing care is evidence and research based.4. GENERAL To act in accordance with the NMC Code of Professional Conduct for Nurses, Midwives and Heath Visitors and to be accountable for own clinical practice and professional actions at all times. Ensure continued and effective registration with the NMC. To have responsibility for the health, safety and welfare of self and others and to comply at all times with the requirements of the Health and Safety Policy. To ensure confidentiality at all times, only releasing confidential information obtained during the course of employment to those acting in an official capacity. To promote equal opportunities for staff and patients in accordance with St Georges policies to ensure that no person receives less favourable treatment than another on grounds of sex, marital status, race, religion, colour, creed, nationality, ethnic or national origin or sexual orientation. Be aware of and work within the policies of St Georges Hospital, carrying out such duties as may be required and are consistent with the responsibility of the grade. To promote at all times equal opportunities for staff and patients in accordance with St Georges policies to ensure that no person receives less favourable treatment than another on the grounds of: age disability marriage and civil partnership pregnancy and maternity race (ethnicity) religion or belief sex (gender) gender reassignment or sexual orientation.This job description is not an exhaustive document but is a reflection of the current position.Details and emphasis may change in line with service needs after consultation with thepost holder.St Georges Hospital is an Equal Opportunities employer and operates a No Smoking policy. Person Specification Essential Criteria Essential

• Professional/Clinical Qualifications and Experience

Desirable

• Motivates and demonstrates enthusiasm for the clinical speciality Demonstrates a caring and sensitive approach to patient care Adaptable and responsive to changing needs Able to use own initiative Ability to identify stress in self and others and to take effective action to manage the situation.

Essential Criteria Essential

• NMC registration

Employer details Employer name St George's Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Address St George's Hospital

Blackshaw Road

Tooting

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