Staff Nurse

Wanting a new challenge and want to do it in a supportive progressive environment? An exciting opportunity has arisen to work within the MSK outpatients setting. We are looking for an enthusiastic and hardworking individual with a great team spirit. We are offering a part time position of 25.5 hours (Three days a week).
We support Orthopaedics and also Rheumatology with their outpatient care. We have three sites we work from the Sussex Orthopaedic Treatment Centre Outpatients department based in Haywards Heath. We also have our brand new Fracture Clinic and Rheumatology outpatient clinics in the Louisa Martindale Building at the Royal Sussex County Hospital which opened in 2023. This new building allowed us to provide modern facilities for patients and staff. This role will base you primarily at the Sussex Orthopaedic Treatment Centre. You would work with both Orthopaedic and Rheumatology teams to deliver outstanding care to our patients - working alongside our established team who will welcome you with open arms and help you grow and develop in your new role.
We welcome applications from those who currently hold a UK NMC registration. If you currently hold an overseas nursing qualification and require sponsorship we are not currently direct hiring Internationally Qualified Nurses. Main duties of the jobYou will assist with the smooth running of clinics both consultant led and also nurse led wound clinics. At University Hospitals Sussex, we are committed to supporting the NHS in becoming the world's first net zero health service. We have developed our plan using the Care without Carbon framework for sustainable healthcare. Projects that deliver the greatest direct CO2 reduction, as well as cultural change, will be prioritised. In summary what can we offer you:
Access to ongoing training and continual professional development opportunities. Best work/life balance so we'll offer you a supportive and flexible working environment that will allow this. We have an excellent health and wellbeing support network for all our colleagues, including lots of discounts in local business and hospitality. The opportunity to develop new skills and manage your own wound clinics. Grow your confidence working as part of a team whilst maintaining a high level of autonomy planning care for patients seen in the nurse led wound clinics. We can provide training to the required skill level to the successful candidate.
About usAt 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 abuddy to help new members settle in. We're 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. We're 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.Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesAt UHSussex, diversity is our strength and want you to feel included to help as 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 success. 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.
Undertake clinical duties relevant to outpatient nursing role. Work autonomously running nurse led wound clinics Provide outstanding care to our patients Contribute to maintaining a great work environment where we look after each other.
Please see attached Job Description for full details. Person SpecificationQualificationEssential
Registered General Nurse with current NMC registration or soon-to-qualify
Equality, Diversity and InclusionEssential
Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
Employer detailsEmployer nameUniversity Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)AddressSussex Orthopaedic Treatment Centre Princess Royal Hospital Haywards Heath RH16 4EYAny attachments will be accessible after you click to apply. 279-6180267-APR24
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