RGN Staff Nurse

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Main area: Staff nurse RGN Outpatients

Grade: Band 5

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Part time - 28.5 hours per week (Working variable days - Monday to Friday 8am - 6.30pm/split shifts also available)

Job ref: 817-MAR25

Employer: University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust

Employer type: NHS

Site: Princess Royal Hospital

Town: Haywards Heath

Salary: £29,970 - £36,483 per annum pro rata

Salary period: Yearly

Closing: 20/03/:59

Interview date: 26/03/2025

About our Trust

At UHSussex we're proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK's largest acute Trusts, we're a leading example of the excellence, ambition, and values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.

Our hard-working, talented, and dedicated people work together towards a common goal - to always put our Patient First. In fact, our mission is summed up by our 'where better never stops' motto and you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex.

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed.

Job overview

We welcome applications from those who currently hold a UK NMC registration. If you currently hold an overseas nursing qualification and require sponsorship we are not currently direct hiring Internationally Qualified Nurses.

We are looking for a personable individual who has excellent interpersonal skills, and who is able to deliver holistic nursing care across the different clinics. You must be able to work collaboratively to facilitate effective and efficient care delivery in the MDT environment.

Working variable days, Monday to Friday between 8 - 6pm. Other shift patterns can be discussed.

Main duties of the job

You will need excellent communication and time management skills, and be a highly motivated individual, who possesses the relevant knowledge and skills required to deliver evidence-based high-quality care to our patients.

• To deliver safe, competent, and compassionate care to all patients attending clinic, and also extending this compassionate care to family and carers.
• To work effectively unsupervised, and be a collaborative team player.
• To deputise in the absence of senior staff to ensure continuity of care for patients attending the Outpatient Department.
• To run and support a variety of medical, surgical, and nurse-led clinics.
• To assess patients holistically, and refer or delegate appropriately to multi-disciplinary teams, as required.
• Assist the Nurse Manager and team in meeting divisional goals and specialty targets.
• Be forward thinking, well organised with a positive attitude towards flexibility and change.
• Plan and deliver care and investigations to patients using existing or acquired skills such OPD specific Ophthalmology skills, Fibro scanning, urinalysis & wound care dressings.

Person specification Qualifications / Experience

• Practice supervisor and assessor, or equivalent
• Evidence of continuing professional development
• Ophthalmology experience
• Dermatology experience

Important information for applicants:

Closing Adverts Early: In the event of exceptional interest, we may close adverts earlier than specified.

Flexible Working: If you would like to explore potential options regarding flexible working please speak with the appropriate recruiting/line manager.

DBS Checks: As part of our commitment to a safe working environment, we undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check on all new employees where the role is eligible for a criminal record check.

Application numbers: This advert has been capped for a limited number of applications; therefore, it will close once the cap has been reached.

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