Detailed job description and main responsibilities Please see the attached supporting Job description/Person Specification documents which contains more information about the role

Person specification Values and Behaviours Essential criteria

• Put the patient first by being happy, helpful, caring, respectful and patient
• Always taking opportunities to improve, encouraging excellence
• Work as one team - communicate, collaborate and share
• Respect each other by being polite, pleasant and listening

Qualifications Essential criteria

• RGN/ Adult Branch nurse.

Desirable criteria

• Diploma in Nursing/ Degree or working towards

Knowledge Essential criteria

• Knowledge of current clinical and professional nursing issues relating to the specialty.
• Understanding of Clinical Audit & the principles of Clinical Governance

Desirable criteria

• Knowledge and experience of Clinical Audit and Clinical Governance.

Skills Essential criteria

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent written skills.

Desirable criteria

• Experience of using databases
• Computer skills.
• Willingness to develop own practice.

Management Essential criteria

• Ability to work flexibly within an Acute setting

Desirable criteria

• Experience of team or ward management

Personal Attributes Essential criteria

• Committed to team working, motivated and enthusiastic.
• Has a flexible and adaptable approach.
• Well organised and resourceful.

Desirable criteria

• Creative and lateral thinker.

Our mission: 'to put the patient first by delivering great care to every patient, every day.' There's never been a better time to join the Epsom and St Helier team. Our hospitals are facing a bright and busy future, and our staff have a proven track record in providing high quality, compassionate care for our patients.
Boasting incredible staff benefits and dedicated training schemes, working for us will not only take your career forward, but could help to transform the lives of our patients and visitors.
We offer all employees some fantastic staff benefits, and are the only hospitals in Surrey to offer staff the London high cost area supplement. Our hospitals also benefit from great locations, so whether you're attracted to the bright lights of the city or the countryside of Epsom Downs, both are within easy reach.
FURTHER INFORMATION
**PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS POSITION MAY CLOSE EARLIER THAN THE STATED CLOSING DATE IF A SUFFICIENT NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS ARE RECEIVED. IF YOU WISH TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION, YOU ARE ADVISED TO SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION AS SOON AS POSSIBLE**

**PLEASE NOTE THAT WE CONTACT ALL APPLICANTS VIA EMAIL AND NOT BY POST. YOU ARE ADVISED TO CHECK YOUR RECRUITMENT SYSTEM ACCOUNT ON A REGULAR BASIS. YOU CAN ACCESS THIS ACCOUNT VIA OUR WEB SITE> Work for Us > Current Vacancies > My Job Account**
For new entrants into the NHS, your pay under the Agenda for Change or Medical & Dental Pay Bands, will normally be set at the minimum of the pay band as advertised.

If you apply for this position and do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been short-listed for interview on this occasion.
ESTH values diversity and is committed to the recruitment and retention of underrepresented minority groups. We particularly welcome applications from black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ candidates and candidates with disabilities.
As a Disability Confident  Employer we are working to create a workplace that enables all staff to reach their full potential.  We are committed to this because we know that greater diversity and inclusion will lead to an even greater positive impact for the people we serve.  
Internal applicants from underrepresented minority groups are encouraged to seek development support such as work shadowing and interview skills coaching.  Please contact the recruitment team for more information.