Registered Nurse - Outpatients
- Employer
- Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust
- Location
- Harrogate
- Salary
- £28,407 to £34,581 per annum (pro rata)
- Closing date
- 19 Jun 2024
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The Main Outpatients Department at Harrogate and District Foundation Trust is a friendly and rewarding place to work. We are a highly motivated team with strong team ethics. We are innovative in our practice and are committed to providing high quality standards of care. Our scope of practice is diverse and complex which includes caring for patients of all age groups under various specialities including ENT, vascular, urology, gynaecology, general surgery and breast.
Main duties of the job
The outpatients department treats non-emergency patients requiring routine medical care without the need for an overnight stay. Some of the main duties include providing health education to patients and families, taking patient samples and assisting in minor procedures such as cystoscopies and biopsies.
The Outpatients Department is also home to the Clinical Investigation Area, where patients attend for urology related clinics such as nurse-led trial without catheter, urodynamic studies and the catheter change clinic.
About us
At Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust we provide 'outstanding' care to both our patients and our staff. We support staff through benefits, health and wellbeing initiatives and opportunities for personal and professional development.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This is an excellent opportunity for the successful candidate to develop knowledge and skills in the care delivery pathways of our patients. If you are committed to professional development, delivering high quality compassionate care and want to work as part of a friendly supportive team this is the job for you.
Further duties of the role include
For further information please see the Job Description attached.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
Experience
Essential
Desirable
Skills
Essential
Desirable
Employer details
Employer name
Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Harrogate District Hospital
Lancaster Park Road
Harrogate
HG2 7SX
Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.
421-PSC-1227R
Main duties of the job
The outpatients department treats non-emergency patients requiring routine medical care without the need for an overnight stay. Some of the main duties include providing health education to patients and families, taking patient samples and assisting in minor procedures such as cystoscopies and biopsies.
The Outpatients Department is also home to the Clinical Investigation Area, where patients attend for urology related clinics such as nurse-led trial without catheter, urodynamic studies and the catheter change clinic.
About us
At Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust we provide 'outstanding' care to both our patients and our staff. We support staff through benefits, health and wellbeing initiatives and opportunities for personal and professional development.
- An inclusive and supportive culture - our Trust encourages staff to bring their whole selves to work and active Staff Networks identify areas for improvement.
- Staff Recognition - as well as regular appraisals, we recognise staff with our Making a Difference, Team of the Month Awards & Colleague Recognition Awards
- Employee Support and wellbeing - we have a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, counselling service and fast track physiotherapy service for employees.
- Staff Benefits - We have a range of staff benefits and schemes to support staff health, engagement, wellbeing and inclusion.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This is an excellent opportunity for the successful candidate to develop knowledge and skills in the care delivery pathways of our patients. If you are committed to professional development, delivering high quality compassionate care and want to work as part of a friendly supportive team this is the job for you.
Further duties of the role include
- Preparing and organising notes for upcoming clinics.
- Welcoming patients and completing infection prevention screen.
- Obtaining observations such as weight, blood glucose level, vital signs.
- Chaperoning clinicians.
- Breaking bad news-providing support to patients and families.
- Opportunities to learn new skills such as nurse-led micro suctioning, assisting clinicians with flexible cystoscopies and dressings.
- Promoting health education.
For further information please see the Job Description attached.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NMC Registration
Desirable
- Diploma/degree
- Mentorship qualification
Experience
Essential
- Post registration experience
- Experience working within a hospital setting
Desirable
- Relevant post-registration clinical experience
- Urology experience
Skills
Essential
- Good verbal and communication skills
Desirable
- IT skills
- Teaching and assessing skills
- Mentorship
Employer details
Employer name
Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Harrogate District Hospital
Lancaster Park Road
Harrogate
HG2 7SX
Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.
421-PSC-1227R
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