Overview
You will play a key role in the clinical assessment and referral process for individuals seeking termination of pregnancy, providing specialist, person-centred care tailored to each patient\'s needs. This includes the assessment, planning, and implementation of care in line with best practice and current guidelines.
Torbay & South Devon Foundation Trust is an expanding and innovative trust set in the heart of South Devon. This is an area of exceptional natural beauty, with outstanding opportunities for dry-land and water-based activities and has a very mild climate. Torbay is known as the English Riviera and boasts award-winning beaches and a stunning coastline.
Our small, friendly, multidisciplinary team is based at Castle Circus Health Centre. We are committed to providing the highest quality service that supports people making the right decision for them.
We are joining the organisation at an exciting time. As the first fully integrated care organisation in England, we are working to improve the way we deliver safe, high-quality health and social care. We have a positive and vibrant working atmosphere, and we are proud of our investment in our staff both in terms of developing potential career skills and valuing people.
If you provide support to a family member or friend with health or care needs, we aim to be a Carer-friendly employer. We have a \'Staff Carers\' policy which includes flexible working where possible and a Carer\'s Passport scheme that links you into support and discounts.
Responsibilities
* Assist with rota adjustments in the absence of the Advanced Nurse Specialist, including flexibility in own working hours to cover clinics.
* Analyse complex problems structurally while working under pressure.
* Make judgements when patients decline EPU follow-up, recommending the safest course of action.
* Be accountable for own professional actions as the lead specialist for ToPAS.
* Provide professional supervision to junior staff, including junior nurses, healthcare assistants, and assistant practitioners.
* Review patients presenting post-procedure to assess for complications; refer to medical or gynaecology teams as necessary.
* Refer patients to Early Pregnancy Unit for further assessment or monitoring.
* Refer to other agencies if pregnancy exceeds 13 weeks + 6 days gestation.
* Report equipment faults or breakages to medical electronics promptly.
* Ensure adequate stock and supplies of treatment medications for ToPAS procedures.
* Assist with the setup and cleaning of work areas.
* Accountable for own professional actions while working autonomously.
* Supervise and direct support staff.
* Liaise with senior medical staff to manage complex cases.
* Deputise for the Advanced Nurse Specialist (Band 7) in their absence.
* Enter clinical information accurately into electronic patient record systems.
* Input ultrasound report information on radiology systems.
* Write reports or referrals to other professionals as required.
* Check and process laboratory results when needed.
Qualifications and skills
* We are seeking an experienced nurse with expertise in caring for women to join the Torbay Pregnancy Advisory Service.
* The ideal candidate will possess strong interpersonal skills and be committed to providing compassionate, non-judgmental support to a diverse client population.
* A pro-choice approach is essential, helping clients make informed decisions that are right for them.
* You will have excellent interpersonal skills and function effectively within nursing, multidisciplinary, and multi-agency teams. They will receive and communicate information regarding client care, organisational developments, peer support groups, and clinical supervision.
* Communicate highly complex, sensitive, or contentious information in an understandable form to patients, including delivering positive or difficult health results that may impact lifestyle and relationships.
Important information
* We reserve the right to close vacancies early if we receive a high volume of applications. Therefore, we encourage you to apply promptly.
* Please read the job description carefully and tailor your application to reflect the requirements of the role.
* Applicants who identify in their application form they are a part of the Armed Forces community will be guaranteed an interview, provided they meet the minimum essential criteria outlined in the job description and person specification for the role. Step into Health guidance can be found on our NHS Employers website.
* Correspondence will be sent via Trac, text, and email. Please ensure you check your email and Trac account regularly.
* Applicants with no previous NHS experience will ordinarily be appointed to the minimum of the band.
* If you have not received an invitation to interview within 28 days of the closing date, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
* It is your responsibility to ensure the timely receipt of appropriate references.
The Trust is committed to preventing discrimination, valuing diversity and achieving equality of opportunity. No person (staff, patient or public) will receive less favourable treatment on the grounds of the nine protected characteristics as governed by the Equality Act 2010. If you require support you can obtain this from our Equality Business Forum which has representatives from all protected groups.
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