The opportunity has arisen for a Part time band 6 nurse to join the team of a busy Ophthalmology Pre-operative Assessment department at St Albans City Hospital.
The hours are 3x 8-4pm Monday to Friday.
The POA team are committed to delivering the highest quality clinical outcomes in a supportive & friendly environment.
You will be valued for your skills & expertise as part of this dynamic team.
Main duties of the job
The role of the band 6 nurse is to undertake pre-operative assessment of patients awaiting elective surgery across a wide range of specialities, ensuring patients are prepared physically & psychologically for surgery whilst minimising short notice cancellations.
About us
With a new hospital planned for Watford and work underway to update theatres at St Albans City Hospital, this is an exciting time to join us.
We are building on the success of our award-winning virtual hospital and re-imaging models of care, working ever more closely with partners and making the most of advances in digital healthcare.
Staff wellbeing and development are a priority at our Trust, as is the role of innovation in improving clinical care, outcomes and patient experience. Our vision is Excellent patient care, together and our values are to be empowered, compassionate, professional and inclusive. They capture an important balance across what we must all do as individuals and to support others.
At West Herts we offer a variety of flexible working options as we recognise the importance of a good work life balance and the ability to work flexibly.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder must demonstrate evidence of personal development, possess good communication skills, have knowledge & experience in the care of the surgical patient, and have good leadership & time management skills as well as excellent interpersonal skills.
Person Specification
Education and qualifications
Essential
Registered Nurse Part 1,2. Training to undertake specific procedures within the remit of the role and assessment of competency in these procedures. Demonstrates evidence of ongoing continuous professional development. Teaching qualification recognised by NMC and proven ability to provide clinical education. Post-registration qualification in speciality area.
Desirable
In possession of or willing to undertake relevant Nursing Degree.
Knowledge
Essential
Thorough and up-to-date knowledge of nursing theory and best practice, particularly within specialty area and the application of this in practice. Thorough understanding of equality & diversity and its application to managing self, staff, and patients within own area. Membership of special interest and professional group. Understanding of NMC Code of Practice and requirements of it for the practice & behaviour and its application to the management of staff and self. Basic knowledge of using MS Windows Office applications and Excel.
Desirable
Conference presentations and or publications Membership of special interest and professional group.
Employer details
Employer name
West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Address
St Albans City Hospital
St Albans
AL3 5PN #J-18808-Ljbffr
The hours are 3x 8-4pm Monday to Friday.
The POA team are committed to delivering the highest quality clinical outcomes in a supportive & friendly environment.
You will be valued for your skills & expertise as part of this dynamic team.
Main duties of the job
The role of the band 6 nurse is to undertake pre-operative assessment of patients awaiting elective surgery across a wide range of specialities, ensuring patients are prepared physically & psychologically for surgery whilst minimising short notice cancellations.
About us
With a new hospital planned for Watford and work underway to update theatres at St Albans City Hospital, this is an exciting time to join us.
We are building on the success of our award-winning virtual hospital and re-imaging models of care, working ever more closely with partners and making the most of advances in digital healthcare.
Staff wellbeing and development are a priority at our Trust, as is the role of innovation in improving clinical care, outcomes and patient experience. Our vision is Excellent patient care, together and our values are to be empowered, compassionate, professional and inclusive. They capture an important balance across what we must all do as individuals and to support others.
At West Herts we offer a variety of flexible working options as we recognise the importance of a good work life balance and the ability to work flexibly.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder must demonstrate evidence of personal development, possess good communication skills, have knowledge & experience in the care of the surgical patient, and have good leadership & time management skills as well as excellent interpersonal skills.
Person Specification
Education and qualifications
Essential
Registered Nurse Part 1,2. Training to undertake specific procedures within the remit of the role and assessment of competency in these procedures. Demonstrates evidence of ongoing continuous professional development. Teaching qualification recognised by NMC and proven ability to provide clinical education. Post-registration qualification in speciality area.
Desirable
In possession of or willing to undertake relevant Nursing Degree.
Knowledge
Essential
Thorough and up-to-date knowledge of nursing theory and best practice, particularly within specialty area and the application of this in practice. Thorough understanding of equality & diversity and its application to managing self, staff, and patients within own area. Membership of special interest and professional group. Understanding of NMC Code of Practice and requirements of it for the practice & behaviour and its application to the management of staff and self. Basic knowledge of using MS Windows Office applications and Excel.
Desirable
Conference presentations and or publications Membership of special interest and professional group.
Employer details
Employer name
West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Address
St Albans City Hospital
St Albans
AL3 5PN #J-18808-Ljbffr
