This is a permanent post suitable for a Registered Nurse, the primary role is assisting with procedures within the Gynaecology Day Suite at Blackpool Teaching Hospitals.Full or part time hours are available.

At present core hours are Monday - Friday between 8.30 - 17.30. Evening & weekend clinics are an option & a flexible approach to varying hours is essential.

Main duties of the job

Our department cover a range of procedures including colposcopy, hysteroscopy, and bladder botox in our outpatient clinics. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to develop a wide range of skills rotating through the clinics.As an integral member of the team the post holder will assist and participate in the smooth running of the department.

We require an enthusiastic Staff Nurse who is highly motivated, open to change and can demonstrate excellent communication skills. The ability to work independently and as part of a team is essential. An interest in medical devices and appraisal would be an advantage. A certificate in cervical cytology or willing to complete the course is essential.

Informal visits are welcome. Please telephone Sister Whitehead and the nursing team on 01253 953995.

About us

Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is ideally situated just a forty five minute drive from Manchester. The Trust provides services to the 440,000 residents of Blackpool, Fylde & Wyre and North Lancashire, as well as specialist tertiary care for Cardiac and Haematology patients.

As one of the United Kingdom's largest coastal resort, Blackpool has plenty to offer its residents - it's not just a good place to work it's a great place to live . In addition to its bustling centre and historic seafront, the town is world famous for its many attractions, including the famous Blackpool Tower. Blackpool also offers a number of scenic cycling routes round our local parks and across the surrounding countryside, as well as boasting panoramic views of the coast on its picturesque Promenade. Further afield, Blackpool also benefits from less than three-hour connections via rail to Edinburgh in the north and London in the south

Job description

Job responsibilities

Our department cover a range of procedures including colposcopy, hysteroscopy, and bladder botox in our outpatient clinics. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to develop a wide range of skills rotating through the clinics.As an integral member of the team the post holder will assist and participate in the smooth running of the department.

We require an enthusiastic Staff Nurse who is highly motivated, open to change and can demonstrate excellent communication skills. The ability to work independently and as part of a team is essential. An interest in medical devices and appraisal would be an advantage. A certificate in cervical cytology or willing to complete the course is essential.

Informal visits are welcome. Please telephone Sister Whitehead and the nursing team on 01253 953995.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered General Nurse (1st or 2nd Level)
• Willingness to undertake teaching and assessing qualification
• Willingness to undertake conversion course to Part 1 of the NMC register **
• Diploma/willingness to undertake Diploma

Desirable

• Post Registration qualification in cervical cytology or willingness to complete training

Experience

Essential

• Ability to teach peers within clinical area
• Evidence of continuous professional development
• Experience of team and ward management

Skills

Essential

• Ability to establish priorities
• Team Player & Team Leadership qualities
• Assertiveness
• Good time management
• Basic I.T. skills
• Decision maker
• Communicate at all levels
• Problem solver
• Lateral thinker
• Decision maker
• Basic Life Support

Employer details

Employer name

Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Whinney Heys Road

Blackpool

FY3 8NR

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