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Senior Fertility Nurse

Posted by CREATE Fertility
london, england, United Kingdom
Permanent·On-site
Full time
£30 - £38 Per Hour

Job Description

JOB PURPOSE

As a member of the nursing team at Create Fertility you are responsible for ensuring effective nursing service is provided, that quality patient care is given with particular reference to participation in the development of holistic nursing care, that the maintenance of high clinical standards is achieved in accordance with the clinics philosophy and current policies and procedures.

DUTIES AND OBJECTIVES

Responsible and accountable for the provision of patient care, including phlebotomy and patient screening
To conduct CREATE Treatment Consultations with patients
To conduct Initial Consultations and develop treatment plans for patients
Responsible for conducting ultrasound scanning for abc and CREATE patients, following an agreed treatment plan
Assist with egg collections, embryo transfers and other gynae procedures
Ensure that the rights, confidentiality and privacy of patients is protected at all times
Provide advice and support as necessary throughout treatment
Practice evidence based practice applying validated research
To participate as a member of the multi-disciplinary team
To communicate and liaise with the medical/nursing staff of satellite units to provide effective patient care
To provide accurate, clear and concise patient information
To ensure patients wellbeing at all times
Ensure correct storage, control and administration of drugs and medication in accordance with clinics policies
Ensure that adequate stocks and supplies are available for the smooth running of the clinic
Ensure records are kept in a clear accurate and led gable manner and in accordance with the HFEA Code of Practice
To undertake training as required
To participate in the on call and weekend roster as required
To take an active role in the unit’s policies and standard settings in conjunction with other team members
To supervise junior staff in the team
Ensure policies are followed and problems and incidents are reported as appropriate
To participate in the collection and entering of HFEA data
To participate in the recruitment of new patients

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPEREINCE / PERSONAL SPECIFICATION

Professional

To act in accordance with the NMC Code of Professional Conduct and the Scope of Professional Practice
Ensure that personal NMC registration is maintained
To be responsible for continued professional development
To act in such a way to promote Create Fertility
To work in a co-operative and collaborative manner

Education and Training

To participate in teaching, training and support of nursing staff as required
To assist in the supervision of new staff
To be aware of the centers fire regulations and cardiac arrest procedures

Personal

To undertake mandatory in service training
To participate in performance reviews
To adhere to the terms and conditions of employment as stated by Create Fertility
To exercise compassion when dealing with patients and their relatives
To attend and participate in staff meetings as required
To understand, support and work within CREATE vision and values
To be approachable and friendly and work as part of the team
To have responsibility for the health, safety and welfare of others and to comply at all times with the requirements of the health and safety regulations.
To ensure confidentiality at all times, only releasing confidential information obtained during the course of the employment to those acting in an official capacity and in accordance with HFEA regulations.
To act in accordance with the Data Protection Act.
To work at all times as part of IVIRMA group

The job description is not an exhaustive document but is a reflection of the current position. Details and emphasis may change in consultation with the post holder in line with the needs of the service.

CONFIDENTIALITY

The post holder must maintain the confidentiality of information about patients, clients, staff and Create Health Clinics’ business in accordance with the HFEA Code of Practice, the Code of Confidentiality of Personal Health Data, the Korner Report on confidentiality, the Data Protection Act 1998 and Caldecott principals.

CONSCIENTIOUS OBJECTION

The Human Fertilisation and Embryology Act 1990 specifies that “No person who has a conscientious objection to participating in any activity governed by this Act shall be under any duty, however arising, to do so. In any legal proceedings the burden of proof of conscientious objection shall rest on the person claiming to rely on it.”

HEALTH & SAFETY

Employees must be aware of the responsibilities placed on them under the Health & Safety at Work Act (1974), to ensure that the agreed safety procedures are carried out to maintain a safe environment for employees and visitors.

RISK ENGAGEMENT

All staff have a responsibility to report all clinical and non-clinical accidents or incidents promptly and when requested to co-operate with any investigations undertaken.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

Create Health Clinic has adopted an Equal Opportunities Policy and all employees must be aware of their obligations to abide by the spirit and nature of the Policy to avoid direct, and indirect, discrimination.

CONFLICT OF INTEREST

Create Fertility and IVI RMA is responsible for ensuring that the service provided for patients in its care meet the highest standard. Equally, it is responsible for ensuring that staff do not benefit their family or friends.

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