Are you an experienced Registered Nurse passionate about working in urgent care services and wound care management?
Do you want to work in a forward thinking, diverse and rewarding environment?
An opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated band 5 Registered Nurse to work within a wound care clinic based at Soho Centre for Health and Care. The service will run 7 days a week and will be part of the walk-in centre based at Soho.
You will be part of our broader dynamic team which works in the scope of advanced practice. As a highly valued member of our team, the quality of care we provide starts with you. We pride ourselves on our registered nurses being up to date with the latest evidenced-based practices as well as being supportive of our staff in their professional development.
Main duties of the job
The nurse will assess, manage and treat a variety of acute and chronic wounds, post operative wounds and minor burns. As part of this role, you will actively contribute to the prevention of avoidable deterioration of wounds and use expert knowledge and skill in the management of simple and complex wound care to aid the recovery and healing process.
The post holder will support the team lead in the daily operation of the service and will provide holistic care to service users. The service will operate 7 days a week - daytime hours.
About us
Why join?
* Earn more per hour - bank rates are higher than agency and include holiday pay. We also cover your expenses and provide free uniforms.
* See the best shifts first - bank staff get priority over all agency workers.
* Book the shifts you want on your phone - build your own rota on our bank booking system.
* Get 24x7 support from our friendly Staff Bank team - a local team dedicated to helping you.
* Access NHS benefits - such as NHS pension contributions and discounts.
* Access Trust benefits - get support with your career development and mental health.
* Become part of an integrated team - feel more valued and supported in your work.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To deliver a high standard of nursing care to patients attending with acute wounds and wounds which require review and redressing.
Utilises advanced clinical wound care skills to assess and evaluate patients presenting for redressing and acute wounds, selecting the appropriate choice of dressings.
Organises an established dressings appointment service ensuring regular reviews and appropriate referrals for complicated wounds as necessary.
To give skilled nursing care, based on principles of best practice and clinical evidence.
To work within own scope of practice and manage a caseload of patients daily with the support and supervision of the Team Lead.
Person Specification
Education/Qualification
Essential
* Registered General Nurse with current NMC registration.
Desirable
* Leg Ulcer management/Tissue Viability experience or equivalent.
Experience
Essential
* Experience of working as a nurse.
* Experience of managing a variety of wounds.
Desirable
* Experience in Tissue Viability.
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
* Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
* Knowledge of NMC code of Professional conduct.
* Knowledge of how to implement equal opportunities in practice.
* Able to work with minimal supervision in assessing and managing wounds.
Desirable
* Experience of leading and managing staff.
* Experience of working with children.
Employer details
Employer name
Central London Community Health Trust
Address
Parsons Green Walk in Centre
5-7 Parsons Green
London,
SW6 4UL
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