The Outpatient department staff nurse is an integral part of a multi-disciplinary team which contributes to the positive patient experience of the service they receive.

The postholder will be expected to carry out all relevant forms of care without direct supervision and is required to teach junior staff, both qualified and unqualified. When designated is expected to take charge of a Ward or Department.

• To assess, plan, implement and assist with the evaluation of individual programmes of care for patient who attend outpatients.
• Offer advice and support to the patient's families and friends responding to their individual needs.
• Communicate with all members of the multi-disciplinary team to facilitate continuity of care.

In pursuing these duties the post holder will ensure compliance with the NHS Constitution and be familiar with the NHS England Guidance 'Understanding the new NHS'.

Main duties of the job

• Maintain a high standard of nursing care for patients who attend Outpatient and in accordance with Airedale Hospital Trust's guidelines and protocols.
• Develop good working relationships with nursing colleagues and members of the multi-disciplinary team.
• Contribute towards the development of clinical practice by participating in practice, and self development programmes on the unit.
• Adheres to Airedale General Hospital Trust's policies and procedures relating to health and safety.

About us

We are always looking for enterprising and innovative approaches to the way we provide our services. We are a national centre for telemedicine and introduced telehealth to the UK offender healthcare sector and also provide the service to patients in their care homes. Community matters to us and we are supported by 400 dedicated volunteers and have strong links with Bradford University, Craven College and Leeds City College to ensure we inspire the workforce of the future.We want to attract staff who embrace our Right Care behaviours of compassion, a commitment to quality of care and working together for patients we want to make these part of our DNA.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information and full details of the job role please see the attached job description and person specification.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Diploma Level or Equivalent
• Registered with NMC

Desirable

• Degree in HealthCare/Nursing
• Completed 6 months preceptorship following registration
• Recognised teaching qualification

Skills

Essential

• Skilled Clinician
• Able to motivate others
• Leadership qualities

Desirable

• Can lead by example and demonstrate teaching and coaching skills
• IV & Phlebotomy skills

Employer details

Employer name

Airedale NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Airedale General Hospital

Skipton Road

Keighley

BD20 6TD

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423-5810751