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Staff Nurse
Wellington Hospital

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Job type: Nursing - Mid level
Department: KNEE SURGER
Position type: Full-time
Position code: 001/5520/SNU
   
Closing Date: 11-06-2008
Contact details: For further information or to arrange an informal visit please contact Elaine Carson, Head of Clinical Services - Outpatients, on 0207 483 5494 or email elaine.carson@hcahealthcare.co.uk
 
 
Position Summary: We are looking for a Staff Nurse to join us, in our expanding Knee Surgery Unit. This is a busy Unit, and the candidate would be expected to run Clinics on a daily basis in addition to usual nursing duties. The
candidate must be NMC Registered able to work under pressure, be resourceful and have excellent time management skills. Phlebotomy and
ECG skills are preferred, as is previous experience in a similar setting.

Computer skills are essential. If you are able to work flexibly to a degree, and enjoy being part of a small team, this could be the job for you. Highly
competitive salary offered.
General
Responsibility:

To demonstrate good clinical practice at all times and to be accountable for own actions
Assist in organisation of clinics to ensure smooth, efficient operations
Assist in nurse-led clinics
Ensure patients privacy and confidentiality
Chaperoning and assisting medical staff
Carry out observations, investigations and treatments as required, including phlebotomy and ECG reading. .
Ensure equipment is in good working order
To maintain accurate records of patient care
Organise tests and appointments both within and outside the hospital
Provide patients and families with information regarding the management of their condition
Ensure correct labeling and transport of specimens
Maintain stock levels of supplies/equipment
Administrative duties as required
To carry out nursing duties as requested by senior staff

Requirements KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING
Registered Nurse Level 1
Experience of clinic speciality desirable
UKCC Registration and PREP requirements
Phlebotomy training desirable
Knowledge of relevant hospital policies and procedures
Health and Safety training
Lifting and Handling

PROBLEM SOLVING ABILITY
Early recognition of clinical problems and report or take appropriate action
Deal with enquiries and refer as necessary
Dealing with discrepancies on supply issues
To appreciate and adapt to cultural needs

SPHERE OF INFLUENCE
Liaison with consultants, staff , patients and visitors
Liaison with other internal and external departments
To demonstrate tact and sensitivity
To be efficient and professional in representing the hospital

RISK AND RESPONSIBILITY
Maintain a high level of clinical practice
To take responsibility for own practice, in accordance with UKCC and hospital guidelines/protocols
To prevent risks to self, other staff or patients within the unit
Maintain confidentiality
To maintain and report faulty equipment
To keep up to date with current procedures
To maintain accurate records

SKILLS AND EFFORT
Good verbal and non verbal communication skills
Flexibility to respond to the needs of the department
Good team player
Ability to work under pressure
Evidence of updating clinical skills/knowledge
Evidence of professional and personal development
Customer care skills

WORKING CONDITIONS
Bodily fluids
Sharps


This job is no longer active and cannot be applied for.