This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must already hold the right to work in the UK independently, with a visa or immigration status that allows them to fulfil the full duration and type of contract offered. The Trust is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position.
Job Responsibilities
* Deliver a full range of maxillofacial nursing duties and provide high‑quality, patient‑centred care at all times.
* Clinically responsible and accountable for assessment, treatment and ongoing management of patients within their care, working independently under the clinical supervision of the Sister/Nurse in Charge.
* Support maxillofacial procedures by anticipating clinicians’ needs, recognising potential complications, preparing equipment, mixing materials and assisting during procedures by holding instruments and supporting the operative field.
* Provide specialist nursing support to Maxillofacial Surgeons within the department, ensuring safe, effective and efficient delivery of care in line with Trust policies, professional standards and best practice.
* Manage and ensure the wellbeing of patients undergoing treatment within the department, using own initiative while remaining accountable to the Sister.
* Receive and prepare patients for treatment, ensuring all relevant documentation, clinical notes and information are available and complete prior to surgery or procedures.
* Provide clear advice and support to patients, relatives and carers regarding pre‑operative and post‑operative care and instructions.
* Assist clinical staff across the Maxillofacial specialties to support the safe and efficient delivery of care.
* Ensure safe storage, use and administration of medicines and substances in accordance with Trust policies and procedures.
* Maintain patient safety at all times, particularly during invasive procedures.
* Act as a patient advocate during consultations, investigations and treatment, ensuring dignity, understanding and informed decision‑making.
* Clean and prepare oral surgery rooms prior to clinics and procedures.
* Ensure correct instruments, equipment and medicaments are available for clinical sessions, and that the clinical area is set up in line with infection prevention and control guidelines.
* Assemble and use equipment as required, including specialist equipment, and ensure equipment and instruments are cleaned, maintained and stored correctly.
* Safely clean and dispose of contaminated and infected materials following procedures, including sharps and blood products, in line with Trust policy.
* Maintain accurate and up to date patient records, both paper and electronic, and contribute to audits and data collection as required.
* Support effective running of the department by assisting with stock control, reporting equipment faults and shortages, and contributing to activity data collection.
* Support induction and supervision of new or less experienced staff as required.
* Comply with all Trust policies and procedures, including safeguarding, confidentiality, infection prevention and control, health and safety and professional standards, and participate in mandatory training, appraisal and ongoing professional development.
EEO Statement
We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences, and are committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce.
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