You will be supporting the service by ensuring equipment is disinfected and available to the clinicians and the nursing team to carry out diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. You will play a key role in ensuring that the unit delivers service in line with National and local Decontamination Policies.
To maintain credibility and flexibility as a competent practitioner in an ever-changing environment, while continuing to develop professionally in line with the demands of a responsive nursing service focused on the needs of patients.
Your responsibilities will include decontaminating, maintaining, and storing this equipment following Infection prevention guidelines. The organization works closely with JAG utilizing JETS to assist you in becoming competent in your practice.
You will be a part of a forward-thinking enthusiastic team. Full induction (including four weeks supernumerary) and training will be provided depending on any previous experience you may have. We encourage and give staff the opportunity to develop their skills and competencies within this specialty.
We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with five hospitals and community clinics serving a local population of around 800,000 people. Our vision is 'great healthcare from great people'. Everything we do is guided by our values: 'People feel cared for, safe, respected, and confident that we are making a difference’. We have a new way of working at East Kent Hospitals, called 'We care'. It's about empowering frontline staff to lead improvements day-to-day. We're looking for compassionate people to be part of our improvement journey for the patients, families, and carers we care for every day.
Please note that if you require a Certificate of Sponsorship to work in the UK you must declare this on your application form, even if you currently have a certificate of sponsorship or a work permit for another role and are already working in the country. Please note we are only able to sponsor candidates on a Skilled Worker Visa applying for roles Band 5 and above.
For further details / informal visits contact:
* Name: Karen McGrath
* Job title: Unit Manager
* Email address: kmcgrath1@nhs.net
* Telephone number: 01233616637
Seniority level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Health Care Provider
* Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
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