Job summary The post holder will practice autonomously and be responsible and accountable for safe, compassionate person-centered evidence-based nursing that respects and maintains dignity and human rights. They will be responsible for assessment of care needs of patients and planning programmes of care, implementation, and the evaluation of these programmes without direct supervision. At times they will have management responsibility for overseeing the ward/department and supervising junior members of staff. The post holder will practice in a holistic, non-judgmental, caring, and compassionate manner that avoids assumptions, supports social inclusion, and recognises and respects individual choice and acknowledges diversity. They will work in partnership with other health and social care professionals, students and trainees and agencies, service users, their careers, and families. The post holder will contribute to the practice development within their clinical care setting and work in accordance with Trust Policies, Procedures and Guidelines and will be responsible for completing any work-based training associated with the role. Main duties of the job The post holder must use up to date knowledge and evidence to assess, plan, deliver and evaluate care, communicate findings, influence changes, and promote health and best practice The post holder must achieve and maintain competence in identified mandatory and statutory training, develop, and maintain clinical competencies, skills and knowledge which relate to the area of clinical practice. The post holder must respond to patients, relative and carers concerns as they arise and take remedial action as required. The post holder will take charge of the practice setting as required/ or a defined area of the practice setting The post holder will assume responsibility for undertaking tasks delegated by the nominated line/shift manager. This may include representing the practice setting at meetings, link nurse responsibilities, audit, governance initiatives and supervision and role competence assessments for unregistered nurses and students/ trainees. The post holder will contribute to the development of service and quality improvement initiatives within a collaborative framework to enhance patient experience and outcome and ensure standards of care are monitored and maintained at the highest level. The post holder will delegate to and supervise the work of other staff registered and or unregistered and students/ trainees and undertake supervision, teaching, mentorship, and assessment of junior staff to agreed levels of skill and competence. About us St George's, Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals and Health Group cares for a population of four million people in South West London and North East Surrey.Our sites include St George's Hospital, one of 11 major trauma centres in the UK and the largest healthcare provider and major teaching hospital in the area; St Helier Hospital, home to the South West Thames Renal and Transplantation Unit and Queen Mary's Hospital for Children; and Epsom Hospital, home to the South West London Elective Orthopaedic Centre (SWLEOC). After years of collaboration, our two Trusts became a hospitals group in 2021. While remaining as two separate Trusts, being a hospitals group will help us to collaborate more closely on research, and the development, education, and training of our 17,000-strong workforce. Date posted 13 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £34,521 to £41,956 a year pro rata per annum inc hcas Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 343-6898372-UB-RB-Y Job locations St Helier Hospital Carshalton SM5 1AA Job description Job responsibilities Contributes to a good working environment in which patients receive a high standard of care. Ensures that care is patient-focused and that patient dignity and privacy are maintained at all times Practices in accordance with the NMC Code of Professional Conduct and other appropriate NMC guidelines. Ensures due regard is given to the customs, values and spiritual beliefs of patients and colleagues and that equal opportunities are practiced. To provide psychological and emotional support to patients in the Gynaecology inpatient ward and Gynaecology day unit. Acts under direction of the registered nurse in charge of the nursing team in setting standards and expectations in the quality of care. Takes an active role in maintaining effective communication with all disciplines, patients and relatives. Represents patients at multi-disciplinary meetings ensuring that their needs Job description Job responsibilities Contributes to a good working environment in which patients receive a high standard of care. Ensures that care is patient-focused and that patient dignity and privacy are maintained at all times Practices in accordance with the NMC Code of Professional Conduct and other appropriate NMC guidelines. Ensures due regard is given to the customs, values and spiritual beliefs of patients and colleagues and that equal opportunities are practiced. To provide psychological and emotional support to patients in the Gynaecology inpatient ward and Gynaecology day unit. Acts under direction of the registered nurse in charge of the nursing team in setting standards and expectations in the quality of care. Takes an active role in maintaining effective communication with all disciplines, patients and relatives. Represents patients at multi-disciplinary meetings ensuring that their needs Person Specification Essential and Diserable Essential NMC Registered Nurse BSC in Adult Nursing Desirable Diploma in Nursing Experience working in Gynaecology Ward Esssential and Desirable Essential Evidence Based Practice Ability to work within multidisciplinary Team Desirable Computer Skills Presentation and Teaching Skills Essential and Diserable Essential Ability to assess, plan, evaluate and implement care delivered to patients Knowledge of evidence based practice Desirable Reliable work record Up to Date knowledge of current clinical and professional issues Person Specification Essential and Diserable Essential NMC Registered Nurse BSC in Adult Nursing Desirable Diploma in Nursing Experience working in Gynaecology Ward Esssential and Desirable Essential Evidence Based Practice Ability to work within multidisciplinary Team Desirable Computer Skills Presentation and Teaching Skills Essential and Diserable Essential Ability to assess, plan, evaluate and implement care delivered to patients Knowledge of evidence based practice Desirable Reliable work record Up to Date knowledge of current clinical and professional issues Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust Address St Helier Hospital Carshalton SM5 1AA Employer's website https://www.epsom-sthelier.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)