Job Description

An opportunity has arisen for a registered nurse to join our Gynaecology Department. We are looking for a caring and motivated nurse, preferably with experience in a relevant specialty, to join our team on the Women's Surgical Unit, our inpatient ward. With support, the post holder is expected to gain experience across our range of clinics, which are co-located in our outpatient area.



We aim to offer a rotation across all areas of the department to the successful candidate.



The Women's Surgical Unit is a small, 9-bedded inpatient area caring for women undergoing elective and emergency gynaecological procedures. As a member of the team, you will provide care for a range of conditions, including complications in early pregnancy, pregnancy loss, abnormal bleeding, pelvic pain, endometriosis, suspected cancers, fertility issues, and other gynaecological concerns.



You will work closely with the multidisciplinary team and support senior nursing staff to ensure the delivery of safe, high-quality care. As the unit often has a fast turnover of patients, it is vital that you are able to build rapport quickly and demonstrate excellent communication skills when caring for women.



You need to closely works with the Outpatient area, which includes:



Early Pregnancy and Acute Gynaecology Assessment Unit (EPAGAU): A leading centre for the management of early pregnancy complications and outpatient care. Nursing staff are involved in a range of care, from initial telephone triage to follow-up upon discharge.

Colposcopy Department :

This is consultant-led, with two nurse colposcopists providing examinations and treatments for women who have had abnormal smear results, as well as for those presenting with signs and symptoms of pre-cancerous changes to the cervix. The nurse's role will be to assist in these clinics, with the potential to develop specialist skills in this area.

Ambulatory Gynaecology Unit :

This unit provides care for women requiring a variety of diagnostic, minor surgical, and medical procedures, such as outpatient hysteroscopy, cystoscopy, and day admissions for hyperemesis. It serves as a link between the inpatient ward and the Emergency Department to support improved patient flow within gynaecology.



King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of c1.8 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts a year and more than 15,000 staff based across South East London. The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. The trust-wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reach is our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we aim to take Team King's to another level.



We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people.



King's is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone's contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust's carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible.



To deliver a high standard of evidence-based care to a specified group of patients.



To adhere to HCPC Standards of Conduct, Performance and Ethics, or the NMC Code of Professional Conduct at all times.



To maintain confidentiality at all times.



To support patients, relatives, carers, and friends, and where appropriate, involve them in the care of the patient.



To be fully involved in the health education of patients and relatives, identifying opportunities to promote a healthy lifestyle.



To liaise effectively with all members of the multidisciplinary team to ensure that relevant information regarding the patient's needs/condition is communicated (including during handovers), and that any instructions regarding the patient's care/condition are acted upon.



To adhere to the Trust's policy on valuing equality and diversity in the workplace, which applies to patients, visitors, and staff.



To acknowledge personal limitations in your practice and seek advice from senior staff members when necessary.



To rotate to other clinical areas within the department as required, or as identified as a personal development need during the appraisal process.



To be involved in departmental audits.



To report adverse incidents that occur in the department in line with policy, and assist in investigations when necessary.



To demonstrate effective communication and customer care skills with patients and their relatives/carers, thereby acting as a positive role model.