Opportunity to work in a dynamic outpatient department, contributing to innovative patient care methods including face-to-face and virtual consultations.
Exposure to a wide range of specialties like Ophthalmology, Urology, and Cardiology, allowing for diverse clinical skill development.
Collaboration with a dedicated team of healthcare professionals, fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment.
Potential for cross-site learning and professional growth within the Surrey and Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust.
Flexible working hours with a mix of weekdays, evenings, and weekends, accommodating work-life balance.
Engagement in first-line investigations and ongoing treatment, enhancing the nurse's role in patient care processes.
The role of Staff Nurse - Outpatients at Crawley Hospital, part of the Surrey and Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust, involves joining a dynamic nursing team dedicated to enhancing patient care through innovative approaches, including face-to-face and virtual consultations. The Outpatient Department encompasses a variety of medical and surgical specialties, offering the opportunity to develop clinical skills across fields such as Ophthalmology, Urology, ENT, and more.
Candidates should be enthusiastic, motivated, and flexible, adhering to Trust Values while working a rota that includes weekdays, evenings, and weekends. The shift pattern typically includes three 8-6 pm days and one 8-5.30 pm day, Monday to Friday. The department values teamwork and offers a supportive environment with opportunities for cross-site learning within the organisation.
Candidates should be enthusiastic, motivated, and flexible, adhering to Trust Values while working a rota that includes weekdays, evenings, and weekends. The shift pattern typically includes three 8-6 pm days and one 8-5.30 pm day, Monday to Friday. The department values teamwork and offers a supportive environment with opportunities for cross-site learning within the organisation.
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Outpatient Department nursing team at Crawley Hospital. You will be key to supporting our improvements as we move forward with different ways of working, for our patients requiring face to face and virtual consultation, first line investigations and on-going treatment.
The Outpatients department at Crawley has two departments covering both medical and surgical specialties including Ophthalmology, Urology, ENT, Gynaecology, Orthopaedics, Rheumatology, Breast and Cardiology to name a few. There will be opportunity to develop clinical skills across all specialities and as part of SaSH can facilitate cross site learning.
The successful applicant will be joining a team of dedicated skilled staff, which includes Health Care Assistants, Nurse Associates, Staff Nurse's, Sister's, Clinical Nurse Specialists and Senior Sisters.
We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic, motivated, flexible, hardworking, positive thinking whilst adhering to the Trust Values. The service may incorporate weekdays, evening and weekend working on a rota basis. The shift pattern will be 8-6pm 3 days a week and one 8-5.30pm Monday - Friday.
For further information, please see the attached trust job description and person specification for a full list of duties and responsibilities.
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1. Can you describe your previous nursing experience, particularly in outpatient settings or the specialties mentioned, such as Ophthalmology or Orthopaedics?
2. What are some clinical skills you have developed that you believe would be beneficial in this outpatient role?
3. How do you approach learning new clinical procedures or adapting to different specialties in a fast-paced environment?
4. Could you provide an example of how you have supported patients undergoing first line investigations or ongoing treatments?
5. The role involves working closely with a diverse team of healthcare professionals. Can you give an example of a successful collaboration you have had with colleagues in your past roles?
1. Can you describe your previous nursing experience, particularly in outpatient settings or the specialties mentioned, such as Ophthalmology or Orthopaedics?
2. What are some clinical skills you have developed that you believe would be beneficial in this outpatient role?
3. How do you approach learning new clinical procedures or adapting to different specialties in a fast-paced environment?
4. Could you provide an example of how you have supported patients undergoing first line investigations or ongoing treatments?
5. The role involves working closely with a diverse team of healthcare professionals. Can you give an example of a successful collaboration you have had with colleagues in your past roles?
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To work as a Staff Nurse in the UK, you'll need a combination of formal education, clinical skills, practical experience, and personal attributes. Here are the essential skills and qualifications required:
Educational Qualifications:
1. Nursing Degree: A Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSc) or an equivalent nursing degree is typically required.
2. Nursing Registration: You must be registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) in the UK. This typically involves passing an approved nursing program and the NMC's competency tests.
Clinical Skills:
1. Patient Assessment: Ability to perform thorough assessments of patients' health and identify needs.
2. Medication Administration: Knowledge of pharmacology and the ability to safely administer medications.
3. Wound Care: Skills in managing and dressing wounds, observing for signs of infection.
4. Infection Control: Understanding infection prevention practices and how to implement them in a clinical setting.
5. Basic Life Support (BLS): Certification in BLS and other emergency response skills, such as Advanced Life Support (ALS) if applicable.
6. Clinical Procedures: Proficiency in various clinical skills specific to your area of nursing (e.g., IV insertion, catheterization).
Soft Skills:
1. Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact with patients, families, and colleagues effectively.
2. Empathy and Compassion: The ability to provide emotional support and understand patients’ perspectives.
3. Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary healthcare team.
4. Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills to identify issues and implement solutions quickly.
5. Time Management: Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Additional Skills:
1. Attention to Detail: Precision in following medical procedures and documenting patient care.
2. Adaptability: Flexibility to handle changing patient situations and workloads.
3. Technical Skills: Familiarity with medical technology and electronic health records (EHR).
Continuing Professional Development:
1. Lifelong Learning: Commitment to ongoing education and training to stay current with nursing practices and policies.
Employment Considerations:
1. Experience: Many positions may require previous experience in a clinical setting, such as placements during your nursing degree.
2. Specialization: Depending on the area of nursing you wish to work in (e.g., surgical, pediatric, psychiatric), additional qualifications or experience may be necessary.
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