The outpatient department demands the highest standards of nursing care and professionalism. It is important to remember that patients may judge the quality of care received in the outpatients department as representative of the rest of the hospital, and this may influence their decision regarding further treatment.
The applicant is required to provide assistance and support in the outpatient clinic working both as part of a team. There is a requirement to rotate through all the clinic types and the 2 hospitals. Training will be provided as appropriate. Current hours of service are Monday to Friday 08.00 to 18.00 x3 ,08:00-17:30x 1 DO X 1
Applicants are advised to read the Job Description and Person Specification as shortlisting will be completed against the criteria outlined in those documents. Failure to ensure you have the correct qualifications and experience will result in your applicant not passing the shortlisting stage.
Applicants successful at the shortlisting stage will be invited to an Assessment Day (written Numeracy and Literacy test followed by formal interview).
To assist the nursing staff in maintaining patients well-being and dignity in a safe environment and in maintaining patient confidentiality and privacy.
To understand and adhere to all relevant trust policies and procedures.
To be polite and professional at all times.
To understand and support safeguarding principles for patients and escalate any concerns to the registered nurse.
At all times to respect patients’ privacy and dignity
To work in close collaboration with the Infection Control Team.
To ensure that monitoring of clinical practice is undertaken at the agreed frequency.
To ensure that the department environments are cleaned and maintained to the highest standards; ensuring that shortfalls are rectified, or escalate as necessary.
The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK’s biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests.
Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top.
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This advert closes on Monday 3 Feb 2025