As a Gynaecology Staff Nurse you will be responsible and accountable for the provision of high quality care to all women who attend the inpatient ward and gynaecology day unit.

This will encompass flexible working within the outpatient clinical setting.

The post holder will be responsible for setting a high standard of clinical practice, will manage operational issues on a daily basis and work collaboratively with all members of the wider Gynaecology team.

Main duties of the job

The post of a qualified nurse is characterised by six principle role functions:

- Clinical Practice

- Advanced Clinical skills

- Professional leadership and management

- Education research training and development

- Evaluation of care and research

- Human Resources

The balance between practice and management will vary according to day to day priorities, but will be negotiated overall with the sister, matron and Head of Midwifery and Gynaecology.

About us

Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust offers an extensive range of services, including cancer, pathology, surgery, and gynaecology to over 490,000 people in south west London and north east Surrey. We operate two busy general hospitals, Epsom Hospital and St Helier Hospital, and run services from other locations, including Sutton Hospital.

St Helier Hospital is home to the South West Thames Renal and Transplantation Unit and Queen Mary's Hospital for Children, while Epsom Hospital is home to the South West London Elective Orthopaedic Centre (SWLEOC). Both Epsom and St Helier hospitals have Accident and Emergency departments (A& E) and Maternity services (Obstetrics).

The Trust also plays an active role in the local healthcare economy. Surrey Downs Health and Care brings together our staff, CSH and the GP groups in Surrey Downs, and Surrey County Council in a partnership to improve care for local people. Also health and care teams from organisations (the London Borough of Sutton, Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust, Sutton GP services, The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust and South West London & St George's Mental Health Trust) across Sutton that provide care to Sutton's older population are coming together to work as one team.

The team will ensure people have the right support in place for them to maintain their independence and live healthily and safely at home for as long as possible.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Contributes to a good working environment in which patients receive a high standard of care.

Ensures that care is patient-focused and that patient dignity and privacy are maintained at all times.

Practices in accordance with the NMC Code of Professional Conduct and other appropriate NMC guidelines.

Ensures due regard is given to the customs, values and spiritual beliefs of patients and colleagues and that equal opportunities are practiced.

To provide psychological and emotional support to patients in the gynaecology inpatient ward and gynaecology day unit .

Acts under direction of the registered nurse in charge of the nursing team in setting standards and expectations in the quality of care.

Takes an active role in maintaining effective communication with all disciplines, patients and relatives.

Represents patients at multi-disciplinary meetings ensuring that their needs are assertively presented.

Ensures that all Trust and Unit policies and procedures are adhered to. Acts according to the Health & Safety Act and manual handling practice.

Records all accidents or incidents and report to the nurse in charge. Inform manager when changes in circumstances occur which affect safe and competent practice.

Participates in the safe storage and administration of medicines in accordance with Trust Policy.

To take responsibility for operational issues in the absence of more senior staff.

Ensures that all clinical and legal nursing documents are completed accurately and legibly and that their relevance is understood and confidentiality maintained in accordance with Trust policy and NMC guidelines.

Assists with the maintenance of necessary equipment and supplies in order to carry out clinical activity with efficiency and safety.

Works in conjunction with the team leader or Sister/Charge nurse to ensure safe care for all patients in gynaecology department.

Has knowledge of the structure of referral mechanisms within the outpatient and inpatient environment for the differing specialities.

Undertakes any reasonable and relevant clinical or non-clinical functions commensurate with grade to ensure patient needs are met at all times.

Practices in accordance with the professional direction as stipulated in the Trusts Nursing & Midwifery strategy.

Person Specification

Essential and Desirable

Essential

• RN1/RN2 Adult on NMC register
• Diploma or degree in Adult Nursing

Desirable

• Practice assessor qualification
• Experience of supporting students in clinical practice

Essential and Desirable

Essential

• Evidence-based practice
• NHS hospital experience

Desirable

• Previous experience in Women's Health
• Completion of Preceptorship

Essential and Desirable

Essential

• Able to assess, plan, implement & evaluate patients care
• Excellent written & verbal communication skills

Desirable

• Computer skills
• Able to manage difficult situations

Essential and Desirable

Essential

• Self-aware, assertive, approachable, conscientious, professional, reliable, kind, supportive.
• Demonstrated willingness to learn

Desirable

• Flexible and positive approach to work
• Good Attendance record

Employer details

Employer name

Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

St Helier Hospital

Wrythe Lane

Carshalton

SM5 1AA

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343-6371168-UB-RB-Y-B