Detailed job description
and main responsibilities
1. A registered nurse (RN Adult) with at least 2 years’ post-registration experience.
2. Previous experience in surgical nursing is essential.
3. Demonstrated leadership abilities and a desire to develop further.
4. Excellent communication, organisation, and problem-solving skills.
5. A proactive and flexible approach to team working.
6. Passion for patient safety, quality improvement, and staff wellbeing.
Person specification
Experience
Essential criteria
7. 1st level Registered Nurse
8. Demonstrates evidence of on-going continuous professional development.
Desirable criteria
9. Post grad qualification in teaching and assessing
10. Appraisal training
11. Recruitment & selection course
12. Managing absence
Qualifications
Essential criteria
13. Current registration with relevant professional body
14. Evidence of degree level study
15. Recognised mentoring qualification or equivalent experience
Desirable criteria
16. Experience in Pre-assessment and Recovery
17. Experience of working in partnership with all levels of staff, evidencing the ability to plan and co-ordinate the provision of care
Technical Skills Competencies
Essential criteria
18. Able to demonstrate leadership skills
19. Demonstrable ability to work in a busy environment and resilience when the service is under pressure.
20. In depth knowledge of general surgery
Desirable criteria
21. Venepuncture /cannulation
22. ECGs
23. Male catherisation
24. CVAD