Staff Nurse

4 weeks ago

Worthing, United Kingdom University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust Full time

Job overview

We have a really exciting opportunity for a dietitian to join our team at Worthing Hospital just minutes from the sea and vibrant town centre. We also have excellent train links to London and Brighton.

You will be the senior dietitian covering stroke/neurology in the hospital. 

You will also be joint team lead for the acute team. 

On the Worthing site we also provide specialist services to oncology, head & neck cancer, home enteral feeding, paediatrics (both in & outpatients) and diabetes. Our team shares a large open plan office and offers great exposure to a wide range of specialisms.

We work closely together and get fully involved in a range of department projects across our wider dietetic department which has over 110 dietitians at University Hospitals Sussex.

Main duties of the job

Your own personal development will be supported through regular supervision; competency based learning opportunities and access to external training as appropriate.

This post is based at Worthing Hospital and will join our department of around 30 dietitians providing services to Worthing Hospital (approx. 540 beds), outpatients and the surrounding community, including home enteral feeding services (area covered includes Littlehampton, Worthing and Shoreham by Sea). The department is well respected and has clinical speciality areas in acute medicine, critical care, diabetes, elderly care, gastroenterology, home enteral tube feeding, oncology, paediatrics, stroke/neurology and surgery.

Worthing is located on the South coast with the sea and South Downs within easy reach. It is a vibrant and lively place to live and work with excellent transport links to Brighton, London and the rest of the South coast.

Informal visits and questions are very welcome.

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.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

This is a great opportunity for you to get involved in staff training, patient group education sessions, health promotion activities, audit and research.

You will also be part of training the next generation of dietitians who undertake A, B and C clinical placements with us.

To work as part of the Dietitians Department in providing a quality dietetic service to in-patients and out-patients. The post-holder will manage their own caseload and support and train more junior members of the team.

Adult inpatient work – senior dietitian for the stroke/neurology ward. Leading from a dietetic perspective on MDT discussions and protocols Leading the acute team (jointly) Responsibility for day to day management of the acute team. Including clinical prioritisation, appraisals, clinical supervision, leave and sickness management

As part of the dietetic services, the post-holder will also:

Participate in supervision of student dietitians on clinical placement – level will depend on experience and training. Cover/support the clinical workload of other dietitians, e.g. during annual leave Undertake normal activities of department – MDT working, projects, meetings, service developments, audits & research, CPD, developing resources, training other health professionals, etc.

This workload may be subject to change depending on internal department service review, e.g. maternity or sick leave cover.

Please see attached Job Description & Person Specification for more details

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential criteria

Degree Nutrition and Dietetics Evidence of ongoing professional development HCPC registered Dietitian

Knowledge, training and experience

Essential criteria

Clinical experience in general dietetics and ability to manage a patient caseload: -Inpatient work - Out-patient clinics, Group education

Communication and Relationship Skills

Essential criteria

excellent communication skills - articulate in all forms - written, verbal experience of presenting and teaching/leading groups

Personal Qualities

Essential criteria

demonstrates behaviours and attitudes to support Trust's Vision of 'we care' attention to detail Other relevant experience eg previous roles, volunteering

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

Essential criteria

Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).

Important information for applicants

Flexible Working: If you would like to explore potential options regarding flexible working please speak with the appropriate recruiting/line manager. 

DBS Checks: As part of our commitment to a safe working environment, we undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check on all new employees where the role is eligible for a criminal record check . We make offers in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.

Skilled Worker Visa: Applications for Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome for those that meet the Visa and Immigrations eligibility criteria. For further information please visit the gov.uk website searching for Skilled Worker.

Closing adverts early: Please apply as early as you're able for this role. In the event of exceptional interest we may close adverts earlier than specified.

UHSussex reserves the right to close the role early if we receive a high volume of applications

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