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Employer 279 University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site Royal Sussex County Hospital Town Brighton Salary £38,682 - £46,580 per annum pro rata Salary period Yearly Closing 16/11/2025 23:59
At UHSussex we’re proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK’s largest acute trusts, we’re a leading example of the excellence, the ambition and the values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.
Our hard-working, talented and dedicated people work together towards a common goal – to deliver Excellent Care Everywhere for our patients, our people and our communities. Whatever your role here at UHSussex you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex.
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Job overview
This role is eligible for visa sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route however sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements set by UKVI, including the relevant skill and salary thresholds (£25000), and any role-specific criteria.
An opportunity has become available for a part time, 28.5 hour per week, Band 6 nurse to join our small but motivated & creative outpatient team at Main OPD RSCH within The Corporate Directorate. It is RSCH’s Main OPD unit offering care to patients from a wide-ranging demographic, many with complex health needs.
The department runs clinics covering many different specialities such as Medical and Surgical Cardiology, Respiratory, Chemical Pathology, Allergy, Digestive Diseases, Diabetic, Endocrine, Stroke, Anticoagulation, Vascular, ACHD and Haematology. The post holder will need to have the ability to understand the differing clinical needs & pathways for patients being cared for within these specialities. Therefore, experience in outpatients and the specialities would be helpful but training can be provided for any areas required for the successful applicant.
You will be part of a team responsible for driving outpatients forward and be able to represent this area at senior level. The successful candidate will be offered a supportive & friendly working environment with opportunities to develop further.
Main duties of the job
The role is split between working clinically and assisting in the organization and management of the department.
The post holder will....
* Work in all clinic specialties
* Work with our Practice Educator for the professional development and education of all members of staff.
* Will help motivate, lead and support the team.
* Will need to be an empowering leader with a proven ability in delivering high quality care. Undertake audits and implement changes as required.
* Deliver a high standard of individualized, holistic patient centred care.
* Will contribute to and influence the total patient experience and journey through collaborative working and effective communication.
* Promote effective communication with external agencies to facilitate ongoing patient care.
* Produce accurate and legible nursing records according to NMC guidelines.
* Be responsible for the development, planning and co-ordination of clinics whilst supervising junior members of the Team.
* Support senior staff in the management of the Department by assisting with the management of staff, resources and skill mix ensuring maximum efficiency and effectiveness.
* Take part in the appraisal process.
* Maintain full awareness of current regimes, policies, and protocols.
* To gain the knowledge and competence in venepuncture, ECGs, complex vascular dressings and Compression Bandaging if not already proficient.
* Act in emergency situations being able to make clinical decisions under pressure.
* Taking ownership of telephone enquiries promptly and courteously.
* Maintain competence and knowledge within one’s own area of speciality.
* At all times work in a way that eliminates the risk of infection to patients. Follows the Trust’s infection control and hand washing policies and Tendable safety audits.
* Contribute to developments within the Main Outpatient Department.
* Act as the patient’s advocate at all times using the NMC Professional Code of Conduct as a framework for nursing practice.
* Act as patients’ chaperone where necessary, for medical examinations.
Please see attached Job Description for full details
Person specification
Essential and Desirable
* RGN /1st level RN (NMC registration with current PIN)
* Computer literate Experience in supervising staff Good organisational skills Recent experience in a health care setting
* Competent in observation skills. Excellent communication skills and able to communicate sensitively, diplomatically and with confidentially. Good written and spoken English. Able to communicate complex information to patients and multidisciplinary team. Able to cope with distressing situations and challenging behaviours. Team building skills. Able to prioritise and manage own work and delegate to junior staff. Good time management skills Exercise own initiative when dealing with issues. within own specialist area of competence
* Deputise for the senior sister. Ability to support junior staff. Management, supervision, co-ordination, teaching, training and development of employees, students.
* Evidence of formal on-going professional development in a relevant field Teaching and assessing /supervisory qualifications Experience working in an Outpatients Department
* Experience of providing appraisals to staff
* Be adaptable and flexible in working across UHSussex sites in different OPD areas in the Corporate Directorate including Hove Poly Clinic, Princess Royal Hospital, Lewes Victoria Hospital
* To understand patient first To understand the Tendable audit process.
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
* Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
* Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
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
Further Information
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Employer certification / accreditation badges
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Name Julia Cummiskey-Austin Job title Main Nurse Manager Email address julia.cummiskey-austin@nhs.net Telephone number 01273 696955 Additional information
Department open 8am-6pm Monday to Friday
Informal visits encouraged.
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