Contents

Section

Section 1: Introduction to Appointment

Section 2: Person Specification

Section 3: Job Description

Section 4: NHS Lothian Values

Section 5: General Information for Candidates

Section 6: Working in Edinburgh and the Lothians

Section 7: Workplace Equality Monitoring

Section 8: Equal Opportunities Policy Statement

Section 9: Code of Conduct for Healthcare Support Workers

Section 1: Introduction to Appointment

Reference Number: RAD/19/45

Job Title: Staff Nurse

Grade: Band 5

Location: The Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh

Contract Duration: Permanent

Hours: 18.5 per week

Closing Date: 12 June 2019

Salary Scale: £24,670 - £30,742 pro rata per annum

Apply on-line www.jobs.scot.nhs.uk

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by text message prior to a scheduled interview date if no confirmation of attendance has been received by email

if an invalid email address has been provided

in relation to finalising any offer, if an email has been unsuccessful.

This post requires the post holder to have a PVG Scheme membership/ record. If the post holder is not a current PVG member for the required regulatory group (i.e. child and/or adult) then an application will need to be made to Disclosure Scotland and deemed satisfactory before they can begin in post.

NHS LOTHIAN

Post: Band 5 Staff Nurse

PERSON SPECIFICATION

In order to be shortlisted you must demonstrate you meet all the essential criteria and as much of the desirable as possible. When a large volume of applications are received for a vacancy and most applicants meet the essential criteria then the desirable criteria is used to produce the shortlist.

Criteria

Essential

Desirable

How

assessed

Personal Traits

Team player

Flexible

Excellent Communication skills

Commitment to high standard of care

Compassionate

Comfortable working in a

multidisciplinary team

environment

A, I, R

Qualifications and Training

RGN with current NMC

registration

Knowledge of NMC Guidelines

Current Best Practice

Evidence of Continuous

Professional Development

Commitment to ongoing

Education/Training

Updated and active EKSF

A, C, I, R

Experience and Knowledge

Thorough and up-to-date knowledge of nursing theory and best practice at the level of a newly qualified nurse.

Understanding of equality & diversity and how to apply it to self.

Understanding of NMC Code of Practice and requirements of it

Effective experience from student placements.

A, I

Skills and/or Abilities

Demonstrates effective nursing practice in all basic registered nurse procedures.

Demonstrates an empathetic and caring approach to patients and relatives and ensure that patients’ dignity & respect is maintained at all times.

ECG

Venapuncture

Cannulation

IT Skills

Enthusiasm to learn and develop

A, C, I, R

Section 2: Person Specification

Able to prioritise own workload and that of others as appropriate.

Able to work under own initiative within boundaries of role.

Demonstrates awareness of importance of working as part of a team.

Demonstrates awareness of research-based practice.

Demonstrates ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.

Demonstrates awareness of audit and quality issues and able to apply this.

Communication

Able to communicate effectively verbally and written to staff, patients and relatives ensuring that communication is tailored to the person being addressed.

Able to document observations, results, decisions and actions etc effectively in patient notes and communicate these effectively to appropriate members of the multidisciplinary team.

Motivated, and able to articulate reasons for desire, to work in this clinical area.

Able to supervise Care Assistants and students effectively when required Willing to work in other clinical areas as and when required

Specific Job Requirements

Involves direct contact with body fluids, on a number of occasions per shift.

Ability to manually handle patients and equipment e.g. patient hoists, commodes wheelchairs etc

Involves risk of verbal aggression from patients & relatives

Ability to wear lead aprons whilst acting as scrub nurse for lengthy periods of time can be 5 hours or more

Ability to participate in on-call rota

Other non health care experience that would add to

life skills to undertake job

A, I, R

as lone nurse

Ability to participate in rota for weekend working

Key – how assessed

A = Application form I = Interview

C = Copies of certificates T= Test or exercise

P = Presentation R = References

1. JOB IDENTIFICATION

Job Title: Staff Nurse Band 5 Responsible to: Charge Nurse Department(s): Radiology Directorate: DATCC Operating Division: NHS Lothian Job Reference: RAD/19/45 No of Job Holders: 8 WTE 3 P/T Last Update : October 2016

2. JOB PURPOSE

As part of a multidisciplinary team the post holder will have responsibility for assessment of care needs, the development of programmes of care and/or the implementation and evaluation of these programmes ensuring the delivery of high quality care to patients. In the absence of the Nurse manager or deputy take charge of the clinical area to ensure effective operation of the department.

The post holder has responsibility and accountability for maintaining both clinical and staff governance, and may be required to work in any of the departments associated with the Directorate. The post holder will be expected to participate in On call out of hours, plus evening and weekend work

3. DIMENSIONS

The department performs around 273,000 examinations per year which include Vascular cases 1922 Ultrasound 21,000 Biopsies (CT & U/S) 560 Fluroscopy 3700 GA cases 50

The post holder will be involved in working in all of the above areas.

The post holder will be expected to perform as a scrub nurse assisting the radiologist by preparing specialist equipment and handling and receiving it throughout procedures whilst anticipating the requirements of the operator.

Section 3: Job Description

The circulating nurse monitors the patient’s condition, administers required IV medication including IV sedation and provides reassurance to the patient throughout the procedure.

She is also responsible for providing the scrub nurse with necessary sterile and specialist equipment. All nursing staff need to have a good knowledge of the specialist equipment available.

Plan lists according to clinical requirements and liase with other members of the multidisciplinary team and associated wards.

Perform combined surgical cases in the radiology department and in the theatre suite alongside the surgical theatre team.

Supervision of CA’s and student nurses.

The post holder needs to be aware of the resources available and the need to remain within the financial envelope.

Generic overall:

The post holder may be required to work within any of the Lothian Acute Services pertaining to their field and specialty. (The acute areas include: Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh, Western General Hospital, St John’s Hospital).

4. ORGANISATIONAL POSITION

LUHNT

Radiology Directorate

Radiology manager

RHSC

Principal

Nurse

Band 3 Band 2

Band 5

Band 6

Nursing Sister

Band 7

Radiology manager

RIE

Radiology manager

WGH

Radiology Manager

St.Johns

Directorate manager

5. ROLE OF DEPARTMENT

Directorate of clinical radiology provides a 24hr radiological service. Nursing staff participate in an out of hours on-call commitment to Lothian Hospitals and other referrers. Reports of these examinations are provided to referring Clinicians. These reports assist the referrer in providing an accurate diagnosis of the patients’ condition in order to decide on an effective course of treatment.

Interventional Radiology is carried out to assist in the treatment of patient conditions. To provide a high quality, safe and supportive environment in order to care for patients within Imaging, meeting the identified physical and psycho-social needs.

6. KEY RESULT AREAS

Professional Practice at all times within the Nursing and Midwifery Council Code of Professional Conduct Develop the role by using evidence-based practice and continuously improve own knowledge, following PREP guidelines. Clinical Responsible for the assessment of care needs and the development, implementation and evaluation of care plans for patients to ensure delivery of a high standard of care. Work within and monitor standards of care within the defined policies, procedures, standards and protocols of the Department, Directorate and Division to ensure adherence to, and delivery of, a high quality service. Maintain effective communications with patients, relatives and other members of the multidisciplinary team to ensure that appropriate information is shared and patient needs are met. Organise own workload to ensure that the interests of patients/clients are met. Participate in clinical audit and research as required. Develop and maintain a sound knowledge base and practice relevant to the clinical setting. Participation in on-call rota to cover emergency service needs which is 24 hours per day/7 days a week. Managerial In the absence of the Charge Nurse/Deputy Charge Nurse, take charge of the department for the management of the daily responsibilities, including work allocation, deployment and supervision of staff, to ensure smooth running of the area. Lead, supervise and assess junior staff/learners ensuring competencies are met whilst providing care to patients. Recognise importance of resolving complaints timeously and effectively at local level and escalate as appropriate. Education Undertake teaching of registered and non-registered nursing staff, including pre and post registration students, and participate in the implementation of staff personal development plans to facilitate ongoing development. Demonstrate a commitment to personal continuing professional development, and actively participate in Performance Review/appraisal. Lead motivate develop and support the nursing team, utilising mentorship, objective setting and appraisal, enabling education needs of nursing staff are met.

7a. EQUIPMENT AND MACHINERY

Post Holder is expected to have a knowledge and ability to use equipment in the area, however may not have daily clinical involvement.

Generic equipment- electric beds, computers, pat slides, glide sheets, oxygen, trolleys, wheelchairs, fridge, fire equipment, pneumatic tube, x-ray viewing boxes.

Specialised equipment – Infusion devices, BP machines, glucometers, hoist, suction equipment and computer.

Highly specialised equipment- cardiac monitors, pulse oximeters, defibrillator, fluoroscopy equipment, syringe drivers, ultrasound machines, thrombectomy devices, bear hugger, angiography catheters and wires, angioplasty balloons, intravascular stents, embolisation coils and particles, biopsy needles. Manipulation of fine tools requiring accuracy and highly developed skills.

7b. SYSTEMS

Maintenance of patient records

Inputting data on vascular stock system to track the use and cost of all procedures and equipment.

Accessing blood results from Apex/TRAK laboratory system.

Internet and Intranet – work and personal use

Incident reporting

Updating training records (learn-Pro, TURAS)

8. ASSIGNMENT AND REVIEW OF WORK

The Post holders work is generated from the demand for radiological procedures services within the division, legislation and performance indicators set by the Scottish Executive Health Department. The outcome of this will benefit the quality of the service to the patient. The post holder will be responsible to the Nurse Manager who will provide clinical guidance and professional management, work review and formal appraisal of performance. When on-call the post holder is the only radiology nurse on-site and therefore responsible for carrying out emergency duties. Workload will be assigned by the Nurse Manager or Deputy however the Staff Nurse will have responsibility for managing defined workload within professional guidelines. The Post holder will delegate/allocate work to the team in the absence of more senior staff.

9. DECISIONS AND JUDGEMENTS

The post holder is expected to make clinical and professional autonomous decisions on a daily basis. Provide clinical and professional advice to the multidisciplinary team. Analysis and assessment of patient condition to establish the continuing care plan. Work within one’s own limitations

10. MOST CHALLENGING/DIFFICULT PARTS OF THE JOB

On-call commitment

The absence of direct supervision from senior nursing staff when out of hours.

Very busy radiology department with continually changing lists, which are altered according to urgency and capacity.

Cases frequently added at very short notice due to their urgent nature.

11. COMMUNICATIONS AND RELATIONSHIPS

Internal: The post holder will be expected to communicate and liaise with the patient and their relatives in the provision of care. The post holder will be expected to communicate and liaise with the multidisciplinary team involved in the provision of care in the ward areas. The post holder will be expected to communicate and liaise with the multidisciplinary team involved in the provision of care within the Imaging department. Communicate with the Senior Nurse/Ward Manager regarding patient condition, workload issues and personal development. Communicate with other relevant departments which will include Estates, Supplies, Human Resources, Fire Officer, Infection Control, Education Departments, Health and Safety and Risk Management regarding issues in clinical area and personal development. External: Scottish Ambulance Service regarding patient transport. Out- patients regarding advice for procedure preparation.

12. PHYSICAL, MENTAL, EMOTIONAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS OF THE JOB

Physical

Manual handling

Wearing lead coats for radiation protection for much of the day often for long periods of time (4hrs+)

Prolonged periods of standing particularly when scrubbed.

Fine tools requiring high accuracy Mental

Ability to adapt to rapidly changing situations

Often working as only department nurse with demanding and high-risk procedures i.e. in on-call situations.

Close working with a variety of professionals within the multidisciplinary team.

Prioritising patients needs in a constantly changing environment with constant pressure to accommodate cases.

Communication difficulties with multicultural, deaf and blind patients.

Working and coping with staff shortages as bank staff cannot be easily utilised in most of the areas.

Prolonged periods of concentration particularly when scrubbed for lengthy procedures. 2. Emotional

Cardiac arrest

Trauma cases requiring embolisation

Communication with distressed / anxious patients and relatives

3. Environmental

Exposure to radiation

Exposure to body fluids sometimes in large volumes.

Exposure to sharps

High numbers of ‘High risk’ patients

Lack of natural daylight.

Exposure to verbal aggression Physical

Manual handling

Wearing lead coats for radiation protection for much of the day often for long periods of time (4hrs+)

Prolonged periods of standing particularly when scrubbed.

Fine tools requiring high accuracy Mental

Ability to adapt to rapidly changing situations

Often working as only department nurse with demanding and high-risk procedures i.e. in on-call situations.

Close working with a variety of professionals within the multidisciplinary team.

Prioritising patients needs in a constantly changing environment with constant pressure to accommodate cases.

Communication difficulties with with multicultural, deaf and blind patients.

Working and coping with staff shortages as bank staff cannot be easily utilised in most of the areas.

Prolonged periods of concentration particularly when scrubbed for lengthy procedures. 4. Emotional

Cardiac arrest

Trauma cases requiring embolisation

Communication with distressed / anxious patients and relatives

5. Environmental

Exposure to radiation

Exposure to body fluids sometimes in large volumes.

Exposure to sharps

High numbers of ‘High risk’ patients

Lack of natural daylight.

Exposure to verbal aggression

13. KNOWLEDGE, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED TO DO THE JOB

First Level Registered Nurse (adult) demonstrating the appropriate competencies and skills for the job. Evidence of further education/Continuous Professional Development e.g. Radiology or Theatre nurse course. Evidence of team working skills with ability to work using own initiative. Effective listening and interpersonal skills. Time management skills/ability to prioritise workload.

14. JOB DESCRIPTION AGREEMENT

A separate job description will need to be signed off by each jobholder to whom the

job description applies.

Job Holder’s Signature: Head of Department Signature:

Section 4: NHS Lothian Values into Action

NHS Lothian is determined to improve the way their staff works so they have developed a set of common values and ways of working which they now need to turn into everyday reality - to the benefit of everyone working in the organisation and, most importantly, to the benefit of their patients. Our Values are:

Quality

Dignity and Respect

Care and Compassion

Openness, Honesty and Responsibility

Teamwork Throughout the recruitment process candidates will need to demonstrate they meet all of Our Values. More information on Our Values can be found by clicking on the link at the bottom of our Careers website front page: www.careers.nhslothian.scot.nhs.uk

Section 5: General Information for Candidates

Data Protection Act During the course of our activities we will collect, store and process personal information about our prospective, current and former staff. The law determines how organisations can use personal information. For further information on the type of data that is handled, what the purpose is of processing the data and where and why we share data, please see the NHS Lothian Staff Privacy Notice, found at https://www.nhslothian.scot.nhs.uk/YourRights/DataProtection/Pages/StaffPrivacyNotice.aspx. For the purposes of this privacy notice, 'staff' includes applicants, employees, workers (including agency, casual and contracted staff), volunteers, trainees and those carrying out work experience. Counter Fraud NHS Lothian is under a duty to protect the public funds it administers, and to this end will use the information you have provided on your application form for the prevention and detection of fraud. It will also share this information with other bodies responsible for auditing or administering public funds for these purposes. More detail on this responsibility is on NHS Lothian’s intranet (Counter-Fraud and Theft page) and further information is available on the Audit Scotland website: www.audit-scotland.gov.uk/ References All jobs are only offered following receipt of two satisfactory written references. At least one reference must be from your current/most recent employer, or your course tutor if you are

currently a student. If you have not been employed or have been out of employment for a considerable period of time, you may give the name of someone who knows you well enough to confirm information given and to comment on your ability to do the job. Changes to Disclosure and Rehabilitation Regime In September 2015 the Scottish Government made changes about what conviction information needs to be disclosed. The rules are complicated, so it is important you read the guidance below as part of making your application. NHS Scotland is exempt from the 1974 Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exclusions & Exceptions) (Scotland) Order 2003. As part of any offer of employment candidates will be subject to one of the following:

For posts in regulated work – Protection of Vulnerable Groups Scheme membership

For all other posts which are subject to a criminal conviction record check – A Police Act check

For posts not subject to a criminal conviction record check – A self-declaration For further information please visit our careers site: http://careers.nhslothian.scot.nhs.uk/HelpAndAdvice/Recruitmentofpeoplewithconvictions/FAQsdisclosurescotlandandselfassessmentform/Pages/default.aspx

Disclosure Scotland Where a Police Act Disclosure or Protection of Vulnerable Groups Check is deemed necessary for a post, the successful candidate will be required to undergo an appropriate check. Further details on the Recruitment of Ex-Offenders are available on our careers webpage: http://careers.nhslothian.scot.nhs.uk/HelpAndAdvice/Recruitmentofpeoplewithconvictions/Pages/default.aspx

Work Visa If you require a Work Visa, please seek further guidance on current immigration rules which can be found on the Home Office website: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-visas-and-immigration or visit our Careers website: www.careers.nhslothian.scot.nhs.uk/pathwaysintoemployment/OverseasWorkers/Pages/default.aspx Overseas Registration and Qualifications NHS Lothian will check you have the necessary professional registration, where appropriate. If you require a qualification for this role but are not regulated by a professional body (e.g. NMC, GMC, HCPC etc), you will need to provide an official translation, notarised by a solicitor, of your overseas qualifications to be checked by the recruiting manager. Please ensure that this is available before applying for this post. Job Interview Guarantee Scheme As a Disability Symbol user we recognise the contribution that all individuals can make to the organisation regardless of their abilities. As part of our ongoing commitment to extending

employment opportunities, all applicants who are disabled and who meet the minimum criteria expressed in the job description will be guaranteed an interview. Terms and Conditions For an overview of our Agenda for Change terms and conditions please click on this link: www.msg.scot.nhs.uk/pay/agenda-for-change

Travel Expenses Travel expenses are not normally reimbursed for interviews, if you are selected for interview and wish to enquire about the possibility of being reimbursed then the request should be directed to the recruiting manager or interview panel chair. Application Form Completion The purpose of an application form is to help evidence that the applicant has all the requirements applicable to carry out the job applied for. (7500 is the character limit for statement in support of application.) Once in receipt of the application pack it is essential to read both the job description and person specification to gain a full understanding of what the job entails and the minimum criteria required. Please note for equal opportunity purposes NHS Lothian do not accept CV’s as a form of application. For general help and advice on how to complete an application form please visit our careers website: www.careers.nhslothian.scot.nhs.uk/HelpAndAdvice/ApplyingForPosts/Pages/default.aspx

NHS Staff Benefits As a staff member in NHS Lothian, you will have access to a wide variety of offers and discounts from local and national businesses. For more information and to view these discounts, visit www.nhsstaffbenefits.co.uk - new offers are added on a weekly basis.

NHS Lothian offers excellent career prospects and a wide range of job opportunities for potential employees. It employs approximately 24,000 staff and offers training and development opportunities as well as excellent staff benefits. The information provided below aims to help support and guide both prospective applicants and new employees unfamiliar with Edinburgh and the Lothians. Edinburgh and the Lothians

Section 6: Working in Edinburgh and the Lothians

Edinburgh and the Lothians are on the eastern side of Scotland’s central belt in the heart of the country. Four main areas make up Edinburgh and the Lothians – Edinburgh, East, Mid and West Lothian. NHS Lothian serves a population of approximately 850,000 people living in and around Edinburgh, Scotland’s historic capital city. The geographical area known as Lothian region covers 700 square miles, comprising the City of Edinburgh, Midlothian, East Lothian and West Lothian. It is a region of exceptional beauty and contrast, from the splendour of Edinburgh to the beauty and variety of the hills, countryside and coastline. The nearest major town outside of Edinburgh is Livingston, a thriving location in the heart of West Lothian. As well as many sites of historic interest, the region boasts a host of recreational activities for all ages. For further information on relocating to Edinburgh please visit our careers website: www.careers.nhslothian.scot.nhs.uk/AboutNHSLothian/Location/RelocatingToLothian/Pages/default.aspx

Section 7: Workplace Equality Monitoring

NHS Lothian is committed to supporting and promoting dignity at work by creating an inclusive working environment. We believe that all staff should be able to fulfil their potential in a workplace free from discrimination and harassment where diverse skills, perspectives and backgrounds are valued. In order to measure and monitor our performance as an equal opportunities employer, it is important that we collect, store and analyse data about staff. Personal, confidential information will be collected and used to help us to understand the make-up of our workforce which will enable us to make comparisons locally, regionally and nationally.

NHS Lothian considers that it has an important role to play as a major employer and provider of services in Lothian and accepts its obligations both legal and moral by stating commitment to the promotion of equal opportunities and elimination of discrimination. The objectives of its policy are that no person or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of sex, disability, marital status, age, race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), creed, sexuality, responsibility for dependants, political party or trade union membership or activity, HIV/AIDS status or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable. Our Equal Opportunities in Employment policy can be viewed on our careers website: www.careers.nhslothian.scot.nhs.uk/AboutNHSLothian/EqualOpportunities/Pages/default.aspx

Section 8: Equal Opportunities Policy Statement

If this post is a healthcare support worker position the post holder will need to follow the Code of Conduct for Healthcare Support Workers. A Healthcare Support Worker is defined as any healthcare worker working within NHS Scotland who is not currently statutorily regulated or in a role that has been recommended for statutory regulation by the Government. The Code of Conduct sets the standard of conduct expected of healthcare support workers and adult social care workers. It outlines the behaviour and attitudes that you should expect to experience from those workers signed up to the code. It helps them to provide safe, compassionate care and support. For more information on the Code of Conduct for Healthcare Support Workers please read the guidance: www.gov.scot/resource/doc/288853/0088360.pdf

Section 9: Code of Conduct for Healthcare Support Workers