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University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust

15d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior Level
  • Consulting
    Healthcare
  • Leicester

AI generated summary

  • You must have a Registered Nurse qualification, passion for patient care, strong communication skills, physical capability for manual handling, flexibility for locations, and willingness to train.
  • You will assess and implement nursing care, coordinate shifts, support students, maintain care standards, and adapt to various clinics and locations as needed.

Requirements

  • - Registered Nurse qualification
  • - Passionate about delivering high quality patient centred care
  • - Ability to effectively engage with patients, peer groups, and service users
  • - Ability to maintain agreed standards of care
  • - Physical capability to use manual handling equipment (e.g., hoists, trolleys, wheelchairs)
  • - Flexibility to work in other designated locations and across community hospital sites
  • - Willingness to undertake training to ensure competence in various clinics within the Outpatient Department

Responsibilities

  • Responsible for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating programmes of evidenced-based nursing care to a group of patients.
  • Actively contribute to setting and maintaining high standards of quality nursing care.
  • Act as Nurse in Charge coordinating shifts daily, supporting all members of the Outpatients team.
  • Act as a clinical and professional role model, assessing and supporting students and learners on placement within the clinical area.
  • This role can involve frequent walking and standing for long periods of time. The post holder must have the physical capability to use manual handling equipment i.e. hoists, trolleys and wheelchairs.
  • You will be supported and encouraged to undertake training to ensure you are competent in a variety of clinics within the Outpatient Department, including undertaking training to become a Light Therapist and other nurse led clinics as in line with service demand.
  • You may be required to work in other designated locations of the Trust as well as your primary base. In particular, flexibility is required across the community hospital sites. Travel reimbursement would apply for a permanent or temporary change of base.

FAQs

What is the main focus of the Staff Nurse role in Outpatients?

The main focus is to deliver high-quality patient-centered care across various clinics, including Ophthalmology, Rheumatology, Dermatology, Gynaecology, and ENT.

Is training provided for new staff?

Yes, training will be provided to ensure competency in various clinics, including training to become a qualified Light Therapist.

What are the expected working conditions for this role?

The role offers excellent working conditions that promote continuous professional development in a supportive environment.

Are there opportunities to influence nursing standards?

Yes, staff are expected to actively contribute to setting and maintaining high standards of quality nursing care.

What is the expected workload for a Staff Nurse in this role?

The role includes assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating evidence-based nursing care for a group of patients, as well as acting as Nurse in Charge and coordinating shifts.

Will I need to travel for this job?

Yes, you may be required to work in other designated locations of the Trust, and travel reimbursement would apply for any permanent or temporary change of base.

What qualities are essential for candidates applying for this position?

Candidates should be compassionate, proud, inclusive, and demonstrate teamwork, as well as the ability to engage effectively with patients, peers, and service users.

How does the Trust support health equality?

The Trust aims to take active steps to reduce avoidable differences in healthcare, working in partnership with communities to improve health equity.

Can I contact someone for more information about the job?

Yes, you can contact Emma Stamp, Deputy Sister at emma.stamp@uhl-tr.nhs.uk or Leanne Marriott, Community Outpatient Lead at leanne.marriott@uhl-tr.nhs.uk for further details or informal visits.

University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust

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Mission & Purpose

University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust provides a wide range of acute and specialist healthcare services across Leicester, Leicestershire, and Rutland. Their ultimate mission is to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care, advancing health and improving patient outcomes through excellent service and innovative practices. Their purpose is to offer accessible, comprehensive medical care, ensuring the well-being and health of their community.