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Job overview

To assist with the provision of Dermatology outpatient services within the Division at Western Sussex Hospitals. (Mainly assisting in Dermatology theatre with dermatology surgical procedures). 

To assist with the most effective use of resources and manpower. 

To participate in the planning and developing of the future service in accordance with the Trust's policies and procedures.

Main duties of the job

To actively take part in meeting the needs of the patients under the supervision of a qualified nurse, working within the Trust's policies and procedures and the philosophy of the department. To be an effective member of a multidisciplinary team under the direction and supervision of a qualified nurse and to be continually aware of the need for confidentiality. Where appropriate, to continue to develop own capabilities in nursing tasks in order to deliver a high standard of care.       To assist patients with their anxieties pre-operatively.    To assist patients with their comfort and well being during surgery.  Monitor and record patient’s vital signs (including blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and oxygen saturation) and report any abnormal results immediately to registered nurse staff.

Demonstrate an understanding of infection control issues by attending mandatory training, understand infection control procedures, accept responsibility for own infection control practice and be willing to challenge others’ practice.

Ensure that all patient public areas, where applicable and utility room is clean and tidy at all times and to inform the appropriate member of staff when the required standard is not maintained.

To clean equipment on a daily basis, including examination/theatre couch, dressing trolleys, linen trolley, bucket/bowl transport trolley, notes trolley, , weighing scales and inform the nurse in charge when any of these equipment are faulty.

Working for our organisation

At 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 a buddy 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.