Staff Nurse- Outpatients

To support the Outpatients Department in delivering a high-quality, efficient and cost-effective service by providing safe, patient-centred care in line with Trust policies, procedures and NMC standards. Demonstrates clinical knowledge across a range of specialties, communicates effectively with patients, carers and multidisciplinary teams, and contributes to continuous service improvement. Works collaboratively to supervise, support and develop staff and students, manages resources responsibly, maintains confidentiality at all times, and promotes a clean, safe and welcoming environment where patients, carers and colleagues are treated with dignity, respect and compassion.Main duties, tasks & skills required To provide and maintain a high standard of evidence based, patient centred care. To demonstrate good interpersonal skills and to develop practical skills required within the speciality, whist reflecting the philosophy of care. To deliver patient care on a daily basis, using the systems in place in the department for a multi-disciplinary approach to patient-centred care delivery, which builds on the philosophy of greater involvement of patients and their relatives/carers by using the Trusts patient and public involvement strategy. Experienced Band 5 post holders will also provide effective clinical and managerial leadership of the department, in the absence of the senior members of the team, which empowers staff to deliver patient- centred, evidence based nursing care.

Student practice supervisor and/or practice assessor qualification and experience, Experience of working in the Outpatients setting Minimum 18 months experience Wound care knowledge Assisting skin surgery, Good interpersonal skills Uses own initiative Professional Effective written and verbal communication Able to work under pressure

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer, Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London. The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future. Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential
Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.