Staff Nurse

• Assist the colposcopist during examinations, treatments and biopsies, including preparing equipment, solutions and instruments.
• Welcome and prepare patients, explaining the procedure clearly and answering questions.
• Provide emotional support and reassurance, acting as chaperone and patient advocate throughout.
• Support informed consent by checking understanding and escalating any concerns.
• Handle, label and send histology and cytology specimens accurately, in line with local policy.
• Provide aftercare advice and written information, including what to expect after biopsy or treatment and when to seek help.

• Support a range of clinics, such as general gynaecology, postmenopausal bleeding, hysteroscopy and pessary clinics.
• Carry out observations, urinalysis, pregnancy tests and other point-of-care checks as required.
• Recognise and escalate deteriorating or unwell patients promptly.

• As part of our BHT family, you'll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.
• We offer flexible and agile workingopportunities,alongside your NHS benefits ofgenerous annual leave entitlement, pension andaccess toNHS discount schemes.
• We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.

• We're committed to promoting inclusion and making sure all colleagues feel they belong. We encourage new colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply.
• As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect.
• Greater diversity withinourBHT familyimprovespositive outcomes for the people and communities we serve.
• A keen supporter of the Armed Forces Community who know the value of employing a service leaver/veteran and their families.

• Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work.
• Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time.
• Our care values are collaborate, aspire, respect and enable.

Desirable

• Evidence of further continued professional development
• Hold / be working towards an NMC approved mentoring qualification
• Willingness to develop teaching skills

Essential

• Good verbal and written communication skills and ability to negotiate in English
• Ability to manage and prioritise own caseload with supervision
• Knowledge of the NMC code of conduct
• Good IT skills
• Ability to maintain a safe clinical environment conducive to patient care Adaptable to change
• Ability to work rotating shifts