We are looking for an versatile, enthusiastic and hardworking Band 5 staff nurse with a great team spirit to join our nursing team in the outpatients' department on the Lincoln site.

The Medical Outpatients covers many specialities and our nursing team support the clinicians using skills such as physical observations, phlebotomy, PICC line care, physical observations, IV administration, wound care, chaperoning and coordinating the department.

Whilst the unit currently runs Monday to Friday there is increased weekend activity and the successful candidate must be able to work across a 7-day working week.

Main duties of the job

• The post holder will be responsible for the delivery of a consistently high standard of nursing care that is centred on the patient's needs and in line with the Trust's values and standards.
• Display a visible clinical presence, supporting the outpatient department team to achieve a high standard of evidence-based care, procedures and treatment specific to the clinical need, appropriate to the role and scope of practice, including the use of medical devices.
• Demonstrate a sound knowledge of the principles of infection and prevention control, adhering to high standards when performing aseptic non touch technique and complying with the Trust's infection and prevention control policies at all times.
• Ensure compliance with all local policies and guidelines, e.g. (but not limited to) medicines management, consent, chaperone, WHO checklist, COSHH and information governance.
• Work closely with the multi disciplinary team ensuring excellent and effective communication is maintained.

About us

Our Trust is situated in the beautiful county of Lincolnshire and is one of the biggest acute hospital trusts in England, serving a population of more than 700,000 people. We provide acute and specialist services to people in Lincolnshire and neighbouring counties. We have an annual income of �643 million (20/21) and we employ nearly 8,500 people.

Our Board have recently agreed a new vision statement - Outstanding Care Personally Delivered - stating their ambition for our Trust to be among the best.

We also have a five year Integrated Improvement Plan setting out how we will achieve our strategic objectives, for patients, services, people and partners, the last recognising that our future success depends on our ability to ensure the Lincolnshire healthcare system is successful in achieving its ambition to help people live healthier lives and provide care closer to where people live.

Our latest CQC report increased our ratings for being effective and well-led from 'Requires Improvement' to 'Good'. Our rating for caring remained as 'Good'.

This is in recognition of the huge amount of work that our amazing staff have done to improve the quality of care for our patients in recent years.

We are committed to helping our staff balance their work and home lives and ensure they feel supported, valued and appreciated.

Job description

Job responsibilities

What should you do next?

Have a look at the job description and if you like what you see then apply today. Dont miss this fantastic opportunity to work with a great team in a supportive environment within a great institution. Your NHS needs you!

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Current NMC registration
• Nursing degree or equivalent

Desirable

• Nursing mentor live on NMC register

Previous Experience

Essential

• Demonstrates the ability to implement and sustain high levels of individualised, evidence based, clinically effective care

Desirable

• Successful Completion of preceptorship
• Evidence of continuing professional development

Knowledge, Skills & Aptitudes

Essential

• Excellent written and communication skills
• Understands and can demonstrate good working practices within the safeguarding agenda
• Ability to manage difficult or complex situations and to work under pressure
• Ability to organise and prioritise workload
• Good IT skills

Desirable

• Commitment to ongoing personal and professional development
• A willingness to act as a mentor for students

Specific Requirements

Essential

• Flexible approach to work
• Ability to work using own initiative
• Team player
• Ability to travel to other healthcare settings

Employer details

Employer name

United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Lincoln County Hospital

Greetwell Road

Lincoln

LN25QY

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