This is an exciting opportunity to join our team. We are looking for an enthusiastic, compassionate and motivated Band 5 Staff Nurse to join our dynamic and friendly team on the Day Surgical Unit at Lymington Hospital. You will play a vital role in delivering safe, high quality patient centered care within this wide variable role. You will work closely within the multidisciplinary team to support patients through their pre and post operative journeys. Within this role you will be offered opportunities to develop both clinically and professionally within a supportive environment both on site at Lymington or at University Hospital Southampton should the service require.
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- Good interpersonal communication skills
- Clinical and Leadership abilities
- Evidence of working in a surgical area
Knightwood Ward is open Monday to Friday (excluding Bank Holidays) with shifts to cover 07:00 hrs - 19.30 hrs, full or part-time will be considered.
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated 'Good' by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.
Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 30% lower than London and 17 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.
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A detailed job description and person specification is attached.
Benefits
- We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service.
- UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts
- are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata)
- we offer a generous pension scheme.
What you'll do
- You will assess, plan, implement and evaluate individualised nursing care for patients undergoing elective day surgery procedures.
- You will participate in the management and organisation of the ward providing support to other members of the team as appropriate.
- You will be a role model to your fellow colleagues.
- You will strive to make the Trust Values 'what we do' - Patients First, Always Improving, Working Together.
Staff Nurse - Theatre & Anaesthetics employer: Uhs
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and engaging work environment for the Head of Brachytherapy Physics role. With a commitment to employee development, flexible working arrangements, and a generous benefits package including 35 days of paid holiday and NHS discounts, staff are encouraged to thrive both personally and professionally. Located in the vibrant city of Southampton, employees enjoy a lower cost of living, proximity to beautiful natural parks and coastlines, and access to excellent educational facilities, making it an ideal place to build a rewarding career.
