University Hospital Southampton NHS FT
Staff Nurse - Women's Health
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Job Overview
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Job Title: Staff Nurse - Women's Health
Contract Type: Permanent
Main duties of the job
This is an exciting opportunity to join our team. Are you a Registered Nurse with a keen interest in women's health? Are you looking to join a motivated and compassionate team?
Here on Bramshaw Ward, we are thrilled to be able to offer a Band 5 staff nurse position to successful candidates. We will consider full-time and part-time applications.
Based at the Princess Anne Hospital, we have an exciting opportunity for a Band 5 staff nurse to develop their acute clinical skills. We embrace innovative thinking here on Bramshaw ward and are looking for motivated, enthusiastic individuals to come and work with our friendly and supportive team. We are an 18-bedded ward, also acting as an emergency admission area out-of-hours for many patients with varying presentations. This includes all areas of gynaecology and early pregnancy (up to 20 weeks gestation).
The Princess Anne Hospital has 4 theatres; undertaking obstetrics, gynaecology and breast surgery - Bramshaw ward is also in charge of providing the best care for these patients after their procedure. We work very closely with our neighbouring departments and colleagues - including early pregnancy unit, theatres, day gynae unit and other services to offer optimum care and support for elective and emergency patients.
Working for our organisation
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated ‘Good’ by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.
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We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.
Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 30% lower than London and 17 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.
We Are Looking For
Candidates who are energetic and forward thinking. Excellent at communication, decision-making and motivation skills. Able to demonstrate continuing professional development and a strong commitment to developing others.
You Will Be Expected To
Be responsible for the provision of high-quality care that is safe, efficient, effective, kind and meets the individual needs of women using our services. Ensure high standards of patient care are maintained acting as a credible role model and patients advocate at all times. Adhere to the NMC professional code of conduct as the framework for nursing practice.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a nurse who enjoys the fast-paced environment and the acute care of post-surgical patients. If you have an interest in women’s services and surgical experience, and sufficient post qualifying experience we would love to hear from you.
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The flexibility to work the full range of shift patterns within a 24-hour shift pattern is essential.
The successful candidate can expect a smooth transition – with an individualised supernumerary period (including time spent in our neighbouring departments), supportive ward team and an education team who are committed to team development. If you wish to learn more about this great opportunity, please do get in touch.
Successful candidates will be expected to support with a 24/7 service - the flexibility to work the full range of shift patterns within a 24-hour shift pattern is essential.
Person specification
Essential criteria
- Patients First
- Always Improving
- Working Together
Qualifications, Knowledge And Experience
Essential criteria
- Qualified Nurse (Degree/Diploma)
- Registered nurse on appropriate part of the register
- Knowledge of current issues within acute Health Service
- Understanding of personal accountability
- Knowledge of own role within the team
- Provide evidence of teaching and supporting learners in practice in the role of practice supervisor
- Awareness of evidence-based practice
- Awareness of responsibilities for management of infection control
- Evidence of on-going personal development
- Able to use initiative
Desirable criteria
- Evidence of recent study
- Previous experience/qualification in relevant specialty
- Teaching experience
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