Job summary

***Please note we are only able to accept applications from those with a live NMC registration or UK nursing students awaiting their PIN as we are unable to support OSCE at this time***

Are you looking for a challenge? Are you highly committed, flexible and enthusiastic? Do you have a genuine interest in medical and surgical nursing?

We are a highly motivated department, seeing in excess of 150,000 patients per year across 2 sites. You will be working in a team primarily based at Peterborough Hospital covering a variety of specialties including Dermatology, Urology, General Medicine / Surgical clinics and minor surgery.

We believe in investing in our staff and supporting personal development. You will be encouraged and provided with resources to gain new skills in order to provide the best care and service to our patients.

This is an excellent opportunity to:

• join a motivated team
• develop new skills
• be an innovator for new services
• enhance your nursing experience

In return we can offer you training, support of a well-developed team and opportunities to work across sites as required.

The hours of work are around the needs of the service between 8.00 a.m. and 6.30 p.m., Monday to Friday but may include some Saturday work as necessary.

We also welcome nursing associates to apply.

Main duties of the job

Patient Quality Care

Deliver consistently high standards of patient-centred care, ensuring safety, dignity, and a positive experience throughout all clinic interactions. Support smooth clinic flow and respond promptly to patient needs.

Co-ordinating Shifts & Staffing

Plan and allocate staff across clinic areas to maintain safe staffing levels and an appropriate skill mix.

Shift Management in the Absence of Senior Staff

Provide leadership and oversight when senior staff are unavailable. Escalate concerns appropriately and ensure continuity of safe and effective service delivery.

Troubleshooting

Identify and resolve issues that arise during clinics, including delays, equipment problems, workflow disruptions, and patient queries. Implement timely solutions to minimise impact on patient care.

Minor Procedures

Competently assist with minor procedures within the Outpatients setting, ensuring adherence to clinical standards and patient safety protocols.

Catheterisation

Perform male and female catheterisation safely and confidently, following Trust policies and maintaining patient comfort and dignity.

Venepuncture

Carry out venepuncture efficiently and accurately, supporting diagnostic pathways and ensuring timely collection of blood samples.

Vascular Clinics

Provide skilled wound care, including the assessment and management of complex or non-routine dressings and selecting appropriate dressing products.

About us

We are committed to ensure a work-life balance to all our staff by offering full time and part time roles, flexible working hours on a shift pattern to fit around your family life.We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We particularly encourage applications from disabled, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) and candidates form our local communities.Benefits to youo 27 days annual leave for new starters, rising to 29 days after five years of service and 33 days after 10 years of service, plus 8 Bank Holidays (pro-rata for part time staff);o NHS Pension Scheme:o Flexible working opportunities;o Increased hourly rates for unsociable hours e.g. night shifts, weekends, bank holidays;o Career development and training;o Wellbeing support and activities;o In-house physiotherapy Service;o On-site canteens with subsidised meals;o Subsidised staff parking (currently free).o Free Stagecoach Bus Travel to and from work within Cambridgeshire and Peterborough