Staff Nurse - Women and Newborn

Job Overview

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.

Please see below for the detailed job description of the role.

Based at the Princess Anne Hospital, Bramshaw Ward is an 18-bedded ward that acts as an emergency admission area out-of-hours for patients with varying presentations. The ward covers all areas of gynaecology and early pregnancy (up to 20 weeks gestation). We are offering a Band 5 staff nurse position; full-time and part-time applications, permanent and secondment will be considered. Bramshaw ward is in charge of providing care for patients after procedures from the four theatres at the Princess Anne Hospital (obstetrics, gynaecology and breast surgery).

We work closely with neighbouring departments to offer optimum care and support for elective and emergency patients.

University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations. Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast. We are committed to providing a flexible working environment and to fostering an anti-racist, anti-discriminatory culture where everyone feels valued, safe and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences.

Your Responsibilities

• Candidates who are energetic and forward thinking.
• Excellent communication, decision-making and motivation skills.
• Able to demonstrate continuing professional development and a strong commitment to developing others.

• Be responsible for the provision of high-quality care that is safe, efficient, effective, kind and meets the individual needs of women using our services.
• Ensure high standards of patient care are maintained, acting as a credible role model and patient advocate at all times.
• Adhere to the NMC professional code of conduct as the framework for nursing practice.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a nurse who enjoys a fast-paced environment and the acute care of post-surgical patients. If you have an interest in women’s services and surgical experience, and sufficient post-qualifying experience, we would love to hear from you.

The flexibility to work the full range of shift patterns within a 24-hour shift pattern is essential. A smooth transition is provided through an individualised supernumerary period (including time spent in neighbouring departments) with a supportive ward team and an education team committed to team development. Successful candidates will be expected to support a 24/7 service.

Qualifications, Knowledge And Experience

Essential criteria

• Qualified Nurse (Degree/Diploma)
• Registered nurse on appropriate part of the register
• Knowledge of current issues within acute Health Service
• Understanding of personal accountability
• Knowledge of own role within the team
• Provide evidence of teaching and supporting learners in practice in the role of practice supervisor
• Awareness of evidence-based practice
• Awareness of responsibilities for management of infection control
• Evidence of ongoing personal development
• Able to use initiative

Desirable criteria

• Evidence of recent study
• Previous experience/qualification in relevant specialty
• Teaching experience

Trust Values

• Patient First
• Working Together
• Always Improving