(**) RN with an interest in Womens Health
Job summary
An opportunity has arisen for a RN to join the team in Women's Clinic providing care to a wide group of women requiring Gynecology services within the Outpatient setting. The role will include supporting maternity services, out patient procedures and all areas of Gynecology out patient care. The post holder should have an active interest in Womens Health and be prepared to travel to the Community Diagnostic Centre in Southend as required.
Main duties of the job
1. Communication Ensure good communication exists between health care professionals and promote harmonious working relationships and safe working practices Ensure good relationships and communications with patient's relatives by ensuring frequent contact and availability. Give and receive patient centred handover.
Provide information and update clinic staff of relevant link nurse meetings Follow guidelines for written documentation; maintain patient's notes and documents. Attain excellent communicational skills for dealing with distressed/bereaved patients/relatives. Attend ward meetings, read minutes and memos to keep updated. 2.
Analytical and Planning Prioritise care delivery within the clinic setting, acknowledging the impact of decisions on other departments Having knowledge of, and act within current Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust Policies and Guidelines of Clinical Practice Be aware of personal responsibilities regarding risk management procedures e.g. fire, health and safety Promote a positive departmental image by demonstrating a professional and helpful approach to all visitors to the clinic To participate in the process of complaint management To be aware of current developments required by professional bodies The post holder will be expected to participate in the Trust's objectives, contractual obligations and governance agenda
About us
Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers. We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust.
Job responsibilities
For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description. We look forward to your application. Please be aware that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a suitable number of applications.
Person Specification
Qualifications · Essential
NMC registration
Knowledge and Experience · Essential
Experience in an acute setting at trained or student nurse
Desirable
Evidence of interest/qualification in Womens Health (e.g.Family planning, vaginal pessary care, menopause care) Communication skills
Essential
Good level of English language demonstrated through effective written and verbal communication skills Ability to work as part of a team Physical requirements
Essential
General good health - able to work on feet all day in a busy environment Must be able to demonstrate resilience in a changing environment
Other · Essential
Willing to develop further skills and undertake training as required
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
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).
