Recovery Nurse

279 University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust

About

About our Trust

At UHSussex were proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UKs largest acute Trusts , were 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 always put our Patient First . In fact our mission is summed up by our where better never stops motto and you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex.

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. Were proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. Were here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance – because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.

As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.

We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.

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Key details

Location

SiteSt. Richard\’s HospitalAddressSpitalfield LaneTownChichesterPostcodePO19 6SEMajor / Minor RegionEast Sussex

Contract type & working pattern

ContractPermanentHours37.5 hours per week

• Full time
• Part time

Salary

Salary£29,970 – £36,483 per annum pro rataSalary periodYearlyGrade(Band 5)

Specialty

Main areaTheatres Recovery

About Our Trust

At UHSussex were proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UKs largest acute Trusts , were 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 always put our Patient First . In fact our mission is summed up by our where better never stops motto and you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex.

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. Were proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. Were here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance – because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.

As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.

We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.

Job Overview

We welcome applications from those who currently hold a UK NMC registration or ODP. If you currently hold an overseas nursing qualification and require sponsorship we are not currently direct hiring Internationally Qualified Nurses.

An exciting opportunity has arisen in Theatres at Day Surgery Unit at St. Richards, we are looking for a dynamic band 5 recovery practitioner to join our busy theatre team.

Lots of training opportunities for development.

If you are looking for a career change or, looking to develop your skills further then please apply!

Advert

Working as part of a team, recovering patients\’ post-surgery and supporting our anaesthetics colleagues (current qualification essential for this)

Patient centred care.

Supporting colleagues

Adhering to the trust patients first philosophy

Effective communication and computer proficient

Working for our organisation

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. Were proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. Were here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it – because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.

As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.

We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.

Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities

The post holder will provide clinical support within this area, ensuring an effective support of colleagues to plan, monitor and evaluate skills in the delivery of appropriate care for perioperative patients.

Provide a quality service with responsibility for patient safety and standards of care, ensuring the provision of evidence-based care by being a role model providing specialist knowledge within theatre practice.

You will work as part of a team supporting and developing colleagues by mentoring, assessing their skills, and being a preceptor to newly qualified staff as appropriate.

Important Information For Applicants

See Job Description & Person Specs for full details.

Please note, the use of AI generated applications will be closely monitored. It is at the managers discretion to reject your application if they feel the majority has been created through the use of AI tools.

Closing Adverts Early

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

DBS Checks:

Skilled Worker Visa

UHSussex reserves the right to close the role early if we receive a high volume of applications

Further Information

For help with the application process for Nursing vacancies, please email [email protected] .

For help with the application process for Non-Nursing vacancies, please email [email protected] .

Applicant requirements

warning You must have appropriate UK professional registration. info 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.

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential criteria

• Must have relevant qualification and be registered with HCPC or NMC

Desirable criteria

• Previous experience

Current UK work permit/Visa/resident

Essential criteria

• Is able to work in the UK and has relevant visa

Essential

Desirable criteria

• Previous day surgery experience

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Essential criteria

• Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
• Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues

Documents

• JD Recovery (, 640.3)PDFKB
• person spec (, 608.3)PDFKB
• Our Trust at a glance (, 153.0)PDFKB
• Guide to completing an application form (, 385.9)PDFKB

Further details / informal visits contact

NameAnna FernandezJob titleLead Theatre PractitionerEmail address [email protected]Telephone number01243 788122Additional information

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