Staff Nurse - Gynaecology Outpatients

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  • Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk
  • £31,049-37,796 per year
  • Permanent
  • Part-time
  • 8 days ago
Band 5 Gynaecology Staff Nurse- Gynaecology Outpatients and ColposcopyWe are looking for a Passionate, compassionate and dedicated Part Time Band 5 Staff Nurse to join the Gynaecology Outpatient and Colposcopy team at the West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust. You should have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and a genuine passion caring for Women undergoing all aspects of gynaecological care.As Staff Nurse, you will be working alongside a supportive and committed multi-disciplinary team. This post will include, coordinating care and chaperoning the patients attending gynaecology outpatients, assisting in the colposcopy clinics and also those attending the gynaecology termination clinic. There will be opportunities for you to develop and expand within your role. You can expect to receive in house training from the Gynaecology Outpatient Sisters and other members of the team. Excellent communication skills, a friendly approachable nature and the ability to manage your own workload are required. Previous gynaecology experience is desirable but not essential.We are a dynamic unit which treats a wide range of Gynaecological conditions. We run a termination service on the gynaecology ward, which you may be required to partake in, therefore it is vital you do not have a conscientious objection to this procedure.Main duties of the jobChaperoning in all gynaecology and colposcopy clinics.Supporting Clinicians and CNSsUndertaking additional tasks required within the department- i.e audits, data collectionAbout us#BeKnown at West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust. By us. By our patients. By our communityWe are a busy, friendly, rural NHS Trust providing high-quality care and compassion to more than a quarter of a million people across west Suffolk. We care for, treat and support people in hospital, at home and in various community settings.The West Suffolk Hospital in Bury St Edmunds provides acute and secondary care services (emergency department, maternity and neonatal services, day surgery unit, eye treatment centre, Macmillan unit and children's ward). It has 500+ beds and is a partner teaching hospital of the University of Cambridge.Adult and paediatric community services, provided in collaboration with West Suffolk Alliance partners, include a range of nursing, therapy, specialist, and ongoing temporary care and rehabilitation, some at our Newmarket Community Hospital.We do our utmost to achieve outstanding clinical outcomes for patients and our values of fairness, inclusivity, respect, safety and team work guide how we work and behave as a team.With nearly 5,000 staff, from all over the world, we strive to make our organisation a great place to work. Whatever your role or ambition, we want to help you be the best you can be.We promote a diverse and inclusive community where everyones voice counts and you can #BeKnown for whoever you are.Join us. What will you #BeKnown for?DetailsDate posted26 August 2025Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 5Salary£31,049 to £37,796 a year Per annum Pro RataContractPermanentWorking patternPart-time, Flexible workingReference number179-7309437-WJob locationsWest Suffolk NHS Foundation TrustHardwick LaneBury St EdmundsIP33 2QZJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease see attached Job description for full details of the Job Role and Person Specification.If you believe you are the nurse we are looking for we would like to hear from you and recommend that you contact Rachel Maguire sister (rachel.maguire@wsh.nhs.uk ) or Becky Touchin (Rebekah.touchin@wsh.nhs.uk) Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease see attached Job description for full details of the Job Role and Person Specification.If you believe you are the nurse we are looking for we would like to hear from you and recommend that you contact Rachel Maguire sister (rachel.maguire@wsh.nhs.uk ) or Becky Touchin (Rebekah.touchin@wsh.nhs.uk)Person SpecificationEducation and qualificationsEssential
  • NMC Registration or Newly Qualified
Experience and knowledgeEssential
  • Evidence of continuous professional development
Desirable
  • Previous acute experience within the NHS
  • An interest in Womens Health and previous experience in gynaecology or related area.
  • Previous experience working in an outpatient setting.
Skills and abilitiesEssential
  • Able to practice in accordance with the Nursing and Midwifery Council Guidelines
  • Ability to work as a team player or individually
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills
  • Able to demonstrate awareness of current changes in nursing practice and willing to share knowledge with colleagues
  • Teaching skills
ManagementEssential
  • Demonstrates ability to co-ordinate outpatient clinics
Desirable
  • Demonstrates leadership and organisational skills
Personal qualitiesEssential
  • Team worker, who is able to prioritise effectively
  • Awareness of own limitations
  • Ability to use initiative, referring key decisions as appropriate and understanding aim limitations
  • Attention to detail
  • Polite, respectful and professional attitude and behaviours towards staff members, patients and Relatives
Desirable
  • Academically Interested
Person SpecificationEducation and qualificationsEssential
  • NMC Registration or Newly Qualified
Experience and knowledgeEssential
  • Evidence of continuous professional development
Desirable
  • Previous acute experience within the NHS
  • An interest in Womens Health and previous experience in gynaecology or related area.
  • Previous experience working in an outpatient setting.
Skills and abilitiesEssential
  • Able to practice in accordance with the Nursing and Midwifery Council Guidelines
  • Ability to work as a team player or individually
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills
  • Able to demonstrate awareness of current changes in nursing practice and willing to share knowledge with colleagues
  • Teaching skills
ManagementEssential
  • Demonstrates ability to co-ordinate outpatient clinics
Desirable
  • Demonstrates leadership and organisational skills
Personal qualitiesEssential
  • Team worker, who is able to prioritise effectively
  • Awareness of own limitations
  • Ability to use initiative, referring key decisions as appropriate and understanding aim limitations
  • Attention to detail
  • Polite, respectful and professional attitude and behaviours towards staff members, patients and Relatives
Desirable
  • Academically Interested

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