Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated, caring and compassionate registered nurse to join our friendly Outpatient team in delivering high quality patient focused care in this evolving diverse and busy department.
The Outpatient Department is a unique place to work and full of opportunity for registered nurses. This band 5 role will provide the right candidate opportunity to develop a wide range of knowledge and clinical skills in medical and surgical specialities. We can offer candidates the opportunity to rotate through a range of specialities including:
1. Dermatology minor procedures
2. Trauma and orthopaedics
3. ENT
4. Breast
5. Vascular
6. Various medical clinics
We are looking for individuals with a strong desire to enhance and develop their skills. Previous experience in an Outpatient setting is not essential. You will be supported by a dynamic band 7 Manager and an experienced, energetic band 6 Deputy Manager. A bespoke induction programme will be developed to support the successful candidate to achieve their full potential.
You will be required to work at Worthing Hospital in the first instance, some evening and weekend work may also be required.
Main duties of the job
7. Provide high quality evidence based clinical care to patients, in line with the Trust values and in accordance with professional regulation
8. Work with others to protect and promote the health and wellbeing of those in your care, their families and carers, and the wider communit
9. To work in line with Trust policies, objectives, protocols and local guideline
10. To act as a role model communicating in line with Trust values, to patients, carers and the staff at all times
11. Accept delegated responsibility for specific activities/areas from the senior nurse in charge, recognising and working within the limits of your competence
12. Take every opportunity to continue to maintain and develop your own practice
13. Facilitate students and others to develop their competence through supervision, teaching and role modelling.
Working for our organisation
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
Candidate Information Pack:
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
** 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 **
Please note: This role does not meet the minimum criteria for visa sponsorship under the current UK immigration rules, which set specific salary and skill thresholds. As such, we are unable to provide sponsorship for this post. Applicants will therefore need to already have the right to work in the UK to be considered. We include this information at the outset to provide clarity and avoid unnecessary inconvenience for applicants.
If you do not meet the sponsorship requirements, and you are applying using a Graduate visa as your right to work, you must have a minimum of 18 months remaining on your visa at time of application.
14. Ensure that all planning and delivery of nursing care incorporates the Trust values and Vision, and reflects best evidence based practice.
15. Ensure that all patients have appropriate individualised, clinical assessments
16. Ensure that all patients/clients’ needs are identified and programmes of care are implemented to meet individual patient and client needs.
17. Ensure that best practice in care is delivered.
18. Review the effectiveness of the nursing care provided and initiate any action that may be required
19. Maintain accurate and effective record keeping
20. Be responsible for the control and custody of all medication and drugs in accordance with Trust Policy.
21. To work as part of a team ensuring effective communication with all health care professionals within the clinical team and across all disciplines.
22. Recognise and act on situations that may be detrimental to the health and well-being of an individual.
23. Recognise own limitations and only work within own scope of professional practice and competence.
24. Maintain own professional development.
25. Teach/assess and facilitate learning for all learners in the ward area, particularly students and healthcare assistants.
Please see Job Description and Person Specification for full details.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
26. NMC registration - Registered Nurse
Desirable criteria
27. Practice Assessor/Supervisor
28. Diploma or Degree level study
Knowledge, training, experience
Essential criteria
29. Band 5 experience
30. Evidence of professional development since qualification.
31. Knowledge of Trust Strategy - Excellent Care Everywhere
Desirable criteria
32. Outpatient experience
Skills
Essential criteria
33. Excellent communication skills
34. Can demonstrate problem solving skills
35. Is able to take charge of a clinical area
36. Excellent IT skills
Desirable criteria
37. Evidence of teaching others
Patient care
Essential criteria
38. Able to establish and maintain relationships
39. Able to provide excellent, evidence-based nursing care for patients
40. Able to produce concise and accurate nursing records
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Essential criteria
41. Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
42. Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
Important information for applicants:
A Note on AI Use in Applications
We value the individuality and authenticity that each candidate brings to the application process. While AI tools are increasingly accessible, we strongly discourage their use in completing your application. Your responses should reflect your own voice, experiences, and motivations—elements that are essential to a fair and accurate evaluation.
Applications that rely heavily on AI-generated content may misrepresent your abilities and could result in your application being rejected. We encourage you to take the time to present your genuine self, as this helps us better understand your potential and ensures a transparent selection process.
Closing Adverts Early: In the event of exceptional interest, we may close adverts earlier than specified.
Some of our adverts are capped for a limited number of applications; therefore, the advert will close once the cap has been reached. We therefore encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible if you are interested in the position to prevent you from missing out on applying for the opportunity.
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. We make offers in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.
Skilled Worker Visa: Applications for Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome for the roles that meet the Visa and Immigrations eligibility criteria. For further information please visit the gov.uk website searching for Skilled Worker. It is your responsibility as the applicant to ensure that you meet this criteria.
UHSussex reserves the right to close the role early if we receive a high volume of applications