Staff Nurse

Chelwest; Greater London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Staff Nurse for the Outpatients Department at West Middlesex University Hospital on a fixed term basis. The role supports a busy outpatient service, working 08:30–17:00, Monday to Friday, with emphasis on compassionate patient care and effective multi-disciplinary collaboration.

Applicants should have a nursing Diploma and current NMC registration, plus post-qualification experience with acutely ill patients.

Qualifications

• Diploma in nursing and NMC registration required.
• Post-registration experience in an acute hospital setting.
• Experience with acutely ill patients is required.
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Knowledge of Outpatients department issues and NHS guidelines (NMC Code).

Responsibilities

• Deliver high quality care in Outpatients Department per Trust policies.
• Coordinate clinical activities with the team.
• Supply and administer medication safely.
• Support discharge planning and patient education.
• Lead and supervise junior staff when needed.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Multi-disciplinary teamwork

Education

Diploma

NMC Registered Nurse

Job description

We are an award winning organisation providing care at two main hospital sites—Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital—and a number of community-based services across London, such as sexual health and HIV clinics.

With 6,700 members of staff, we are proud to care for a diverse population of one million people. We are committed to ensuring that our workforce is just as diverse with a strong mix of skills and abilities.

Our staff are at the very heart of our organisation and we recognise the valuable contribution that each and every person working at the Trust makes. One of our Trust priorities is to be an employer of choice—a place where people want to start their career and to grow with us through continued education, professional development and support .

We are looking for a Staff Nurse to work within our Outpatients Department at West Middlesex University Hospital on a Fixed Term basis.

We are a very busy department that functions between Monday to Friday, 0830 to 1700 and we require a professional, caring, self-motivated and confident staff to support the service. Experience of caring for patients with varied surgical and/or medical conditions is essential.

The post will facilitate an opportunity to apply existing knowledge and skills and develop these further by caring for patients with various surgical and/or medical conditions and other varied specialist conditions, across the outpatients department.

An essential requirement to this post is the ability to communicate effectively within a multi-disciplinary team and with a diverse local population. We aim to continually improve the patient experience throughout our Out Patients Department and can only do this if staff communicates appropriately with all patients, carers and visitors.

If you would like further information, please contact Dinah Laryea (Outpatients Senior Sister) on 07961388731 or Deborah Arkaifie (OPD Junior Sister) on 07721588652.

Main duties of the job

To deliver high quality care to patients within all areas of Outpatients Department working in line with Trust policies, objectives, protocols and local guidelines, whilst also being aware of the importance of their role in supporting members of the team, and always adhering to the Trust values, and in accordance with NMC regulations.

Accept delegated responsibility for specific activities/areas from the senior nurse in charge

To be able to work both autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary team to deliver high standards of care to patients within the Outpatients setting.

Communicate in line with Trust values, to patients, carers and staff at all times.

Take every opportunity to continue to develop, practice and expand their own general and specialist nursing skills

Working for our organisation

Our Trust is one of England's top-performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sites—Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital—along with award-winning clinics across North West London.

Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5m, providing full clinical services including maternity, A&E and children’s services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health care. The CQC rates us Good in safety, effectiveness, care and responsiveness, and Outstanding in leadership and resource use.

We continually invest in our facilities, including a £30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and an £80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Mid.

We are delivering sustainable healthcare through our Green Plan. In line with Greener NHS ambitions, we aim for net zero carbon emissions by 2045. Achieving this requires collective effort. We encourage staff to reduce their impact on carbon, waste and pollution wherever possible. Every action counts to create a healthier, more sustainable future.

We are committed to equal opportunities and believe diversity drives innovation and excellence. We welcome applications from the global majority, veterans and underrepresented communities, valuing the perspectives they bring.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate individualised patient care through appropriate frameworks, including safe effective arrangements for discharge, underpinned by Trust values.
• Assist members of the team in the co-ordination of the clinical activities
• Use clinical standards to participate in the process of monitoring the quality of care delivered. Act to ensure that nursing practice is of the highest standard, in line with Trust and CQC standards.
• Supply and/or administer medication safely in line with Trust medicines policy.

Assess and support patients with adherence and understanding of their medication,

Assist with the evaluation of care and initiate any action required, for example liaising with the multidisciplinary team of doctors as appropriate

• Review the effectiveness of the nursing care provided and initiate any action that may be required
• Undertake any reasonable and relevant clinical or non-clinical functions commensurate with their banding.
• Recognise and act on situations that may be detrimental to the health and well-being of the individual
• Co-ordinate and support other members of the caring team who may be responsible for implementing specific aspects of nursing care.
• Investigate and report accidents, incidents and losses and provide initial support for the member of staff or patient involved, in line with Trust policy.
• Take on extra duties/responsibilities as delegated and agreed by the department manager or senior staff nurse, within their capability / limitations.
• To gain competency in specialist areas in, wound management, treatments / assisting in minor operations
• Maintain a professional behaviour at all times and promote a positive image of Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust at all times, in line with Trust values.
• Contribute to a high quality safe working environment in which patients receive a high standard of care
• Manage a group of patients, in line with level of experience.
• Supervise under the direction of the Sister/Charge Nurse, the work of unqualified staff.
• Manage a group of patients, in line with level of experience.
• Supervise under the direction of the Sister/Charge Nurse, the work of unqualified staff.
• Manage the department in the absence of the Band 6 or 7 nurses, if senior enough to do so

Ensure all communication, which may be complex, contentious or sensitive, is undertaken in a responsive and inclusive manner, focusing on improvement and ways to move forward.

Ensure all communication is presented appropriately to the different recipients, according to levels of understanding, type of communication being imparted and possible barriers such as language, culture, understanding or physical or mental health conditions.

• Demonstrate good leadership skills and ensure that communication is effective between the patient, relatives and members of the multidisciplinary team, and ensure appropriate nursing input into patient care discussions
• Ensure communication is used effectively in the interests of patient care, including the use of clinical incident reporting if necessary.
• Communicate handover of care in a professional manner.
• Demonstrate politeness, courtesy and sensitivity in dealing with patients/clients, visitors/relatives and colleagues, maintaining good customer relations and recognising individuality and rights for each patient in line with Trust values.

Person specification

Education and Qualifications

• Diploma
• Registered Nurse on NMC register. Hold appropriate level for the area of speciality.
• Evidence of recent and on-going professional development E
• Degree or working towards
• Mentorship/Teaching/assessing course

Experience

• Post registration experience working in an acute hospital setting
• Experience with acutely ill patients
• Evidence of teaching and assessing
• Ability to utilise pre -registration experience to demonstrate an understanding of the relevant settings.
• Degree or working towards
• Proven clinical experience in relevant area

Skills and Knowledge

• Demonstrates a genuine interest and has awareness of issues in Outpatient department
• Practices in accordance with NMC Code of Professional Conduct
• Awareness of current nursing and NHS issues
• Evidence of commitment to customer care initiatives
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
• Evidence of working collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary team
• Ability to form excellent interpersonal relationships
• Ability to make decisions, organise and prioritise
• Ability to work with minimal supervision E

PERSONAL QUALITIES / ATTRIBUTES

• Maintain professional image / attitude at all times
• Patient centred in all aspects, acts as an advocate for patient
• Flexible / adaptable
• Non-judgemental attitude
• Ability to accept criticism constructively/aware of limitations
• Ability to cope with high pressures and stressful environments within area of speciality

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work full shift pattern including rotation, as relevant to area
• Health clearance from Occupational Health for relevant position

Important

• There may be some occasions when we have to close a vacancy earlier than the advertised closing date, this will be due to a high volume of applications. You are therefore advised to submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.
• Please check your emails regularly (and your junk folder) as this is how we will communicate with you throughout the recruitment process.
• In submitting an application, you authorise the Trust to confirm any previous NHS service details via the Inter Authority Transfer (IAT) process, should you be appointed to the post.
• During the recruitment process your identity documentation (ie passport, driving licence, visa etc) will be scanned using a device which recognises UV, infrared and machine-readable zone security features of the documents provided.
• Employment at the Trust is offered subject to successful completion of a six month probationary period.
• We operate a joint recruitment hub across the North West London Acute Provider Collaborative Group. As part of this, your application and personal data may be shared with partner trusts within the group for recruitment and workforce purposes, in line with General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)

Right to work

If you need sponsorship to work in the UK, please visit the Home Office website for information on sponsorship and visa status before you fill in your application form. Due to recent changes in the UK immigration rules which affect Skilled Worker Visas, Global Business Mobility, Higher Skill Level and Increased Salary Thresholds, please ensure that you are able to meet the requirements to live and work in the UK before applying. Further information about eligibility is available on UK Visas and Immigration - GOV.UK

Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Application numbers

This vacancy may close early if it receives a high number of applications. Please complete and submit your application in good time to avoid disappointment.

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The recruitment team are available to provide support from 9am–5pm, Mon–Fri. To contact the team please call the Trust switchboard and ask for ‘Recruitment team, Human Resources Department’.