Staff Nurse - Oral Surgery Department

You will be required to work in all areas of the department including clinics, Minor Oral Surgery, theatres and recovery, caring for patients undergoing both GA and LA procedures. (This will includeairway management and providing a safe nurse led discharge.)

Main duties of the job

To work as a skilled member of the nursing team, within the specialities of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery to provide a high standard of compassionate patient centred care.

To lead and supervise the work of other qualified and unqualified staff within the team.

To promote a welcoming, caring, and safe environment for the patients.

To communicate effectively at all levels within the multi-disciplinary team.

To be able to take charge of the department in the absence of senior nursing staff, as deemed appropriate by the Department Sister or Clinical Matron.

About us

Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust is the biggest provider of healthcare services in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. Our three main sites are Royal Cornwall Hospital Truro, St Michael's Hospital Hayle and West Cornwall Hospital Penzance, our staff and services are available across the region.

The Trust employs 5,000+ staff, has a budget of £380 million and 750 beds. We work with health and social care organisations -including NHS Kernow and NHS England- to ensure local healthcare needs are met. We provide acute medical, surgical and specialist services to around 500,000- which can increase significantly during busy holiday periods.

The Trust has teaching hospitals status as part of the University of Exeter Medical School. Keeping at the forefront of medical advances, we continually develop clinical services and are committed to maximising the range of specialist care offered locally.

We can offer you a rewarding career in a supportive working environment. We have extensive educational links to help you realise your full potential and develop skills to provide outstanding healthcare to the local community.

Enjoy an outstanding quality of life in a place that offers surfing beaches and fishing harbours to beautiful countryside and historic towns. With clean air, plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities and excellent schools, colleges and universities (including adult education) it is the ideal place for families and for you to develop your own career.

Job description

Job responsibilities

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To be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following:

• Identity Checks
• Professional registration and qualification checks
• Employment history and reference checks
• Occupational Health clearance
• Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check
• Right to work in the UK

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We reserve the right to close this advert early.

We may be able to offer flexible working. Please discuss at interview.

We may be able to offer sponsorship but this is not guaranteed.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Level 1 Registered Nurse with valid NMC registration / students pending registration

Desirable

• Assessing & Mentoring qualification

Experience

Essential

• A minimum of six months experience in an acute Trust within the last twelve months (this can include student placement)

Desirable

• Experience within the speciality

Knowledge

Essential

• Understanding of evidence based practice to enhance care
• Understanding of professional and current issues in nursing
• Understanding of the importance of research and evidence based practice

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust

Address

Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust

Truro

TR1 3LJ

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156-6830772