Gynaecology Staff Nurse

University Hospitals Sussex; Chichester; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent NHS Trust is seeking a compassionate Staff Nurse to join its Gynaecology team at the Princess Royal Hospital. This role offers an opportunity for nurses passionate about women's health to provide high-quality care in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Responsibilities include delivering evidence-based nursing care, assisting in surgical procedures, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. The ideal candidate will be NMC registered and eager to support patients throughout their surgical journey while contributing to professional growth in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive wellbeing programme

Professional development opportunities

Inclusive staff networks

Qualifications

• Registered with the UK NMC.
• Experience in providing nursing care in a clinical setting.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate nursing care to patients in Gynaecology Ward.
• Assist in elective and emergency gynaecology procedures.
• Collaborate with medical staff and ensure safety in patient care.

Skills

Compassionate care

Evidence-based practice

Collaboration

Communication

Education

NMC registered

Job description

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Employer: University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust, Employer type: NHS Site, Princess Royal Hospital, Town: Haywards Heath, Salary £31,049 - £37,796 per annum pro rata, Salary period: Yearly, Closing: 07/01/2026 23:59

At UHSussex we’re proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK’s largest acute trusts, we’re a leading example of the excellence, the ambition and the values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.

Our hard‑working, talented and dedicated people work together towards a common goal – to deliver Excellent Care Everywhere for our patients, our people and our communities. Whatever your role here at UHSussex you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex.

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us deliver Excellent Care Everywhere. 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 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

We value compassion, inclusion and respect as our core values. 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, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance – 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.

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We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.

Job overview

We are looking for an enthusiastic and compassionate Staff Nurse to join our dedicated Gynaecology team at the Princess Royal Hospital. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated nurse with a passion for women’s health to develop specialist skills within both inpatient and outpatient gynaecology services.

In this 23‑hour post, you will primarily work on our Gynaecology Ward, providing high‑quality nursing care to patients admitted for elective procedures as well as those presenting with acute gynaecological emergencies. You will play a key role in supporting patients throughout their surgical journey, delivering safe, evidence‑based care and promoting a positive patient experience.

Alongside ward work, the role includes supporting activity within the Gynaecology Outpatient Department. You will assist in specialist clinics such as hysteroscopy, colposcopy, and general gynaecology, helping to ensure smooth clinic flow and providing empathetic, patient‑centred care in often sensitive situations.

This is a varied and rewarding role that offers excellent opportunities to broaden your clinical knowledge and develop specialist skills within a supportive multidisciplinary team. We are committed to professional growth and will provide training, supervision, and ongoing development to help you thrive in the post.

Main duties of the job

• Provide high quality, compassionate nursing care to women admitted to the Gynaecology Ward for elective surgical procedures and emergency presentations. Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualised care plans, ensuring safe and effective delivery of evidence based practice.
• Support the management of patients undergoing elective gynaecology surgery, including pre operative preparation, post operative care, pain management, and discharge planning.
• Deliver timely and appropriate care to patients attending with acute gynaecological conditions, working closely with the multidisciplinary team to ensure safe clinical decision making.
• Work collaboratively with medical staff, specialist nurses, healthcare assistants and allied health professionals to provide seamless patient care and maintain excellent communication.
• Participate in gynaecology outpatient clinics, including assisting with hysteroscopy, colposcopy, and general gynaecology procedures, ensuring safe patient flow and maintaining a supportive clinical environment.

Working for our organisation

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, 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 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.Candidate Pack

Please note: This role does not meet the minimum criteria for visa sponsorship under the current UK immigration rules, which set specific salary and skill thresholds. As such, we are unable to provide sponsorship for this post. Applicants will therefore need to already have the right to work in the UK to be considered. We include this information at the outset to provide clarity and avoid unnecessary inconvenience for applicants.

We welcome applications from those who currently hold a UK NMC registration. If you currently hold an overseas nursing qualification and require sponsorship we are not currently direct hiring Internationally Qualified Nurses.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Clinical Care

• Provide safe, evidence‑based nursing care to patients on the Gynaecology Ward, including pre‑ and post‑operative care, post‑anaesthetic monitoring, and management of acute gynaecological conditions.
• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate individualised care plans, ensuring all care is delivered to a high professional standard.
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Communication & Teamwork

• Work collaboratively with medical staff, specialist nurses, HCAs, and allied professionals to ensure joined‑up, safe patient care.
• Provide clear, sensitive communication to patients and relatives, including health education and discharge advice.
• Contribute to effective handovers, ward rounds, MDT meetings, and escalation processes.
• Support a positive, inclusive team culture that aligns with Trust values.

Professional Standards

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in line with Trust policy and NMC guidelines.
• Adhere to all clinical governance, safeguarding, infection control and risk management requirements.
• Participate in incident reporting, audits, and service improvement initiatives to enhance patient care and safety.
• Uphold confidentiality and professional boundaries at all times.

Education & Development

• Engage in continuous professional development and mandatory training to maintain and enhance clinical skills within gynaecology.
• Participate in training related to hysteroscopy and colposcopy support, early pregnancy care, and other relevant competencies.
• Support the orientation, mentorship and supervision of student nurses, new starters, and less experienced colleagues.
• Take part in reflective practice and contribute to a learning‑positive environment.

Leadership & Service Contribution

• Contribute to the smooth day‑to‑day running of the ward and clinics, prioritising workload safely and effectively.
• Participate in Trust and departmental quality initiatives, helping to improve patient experience and service delivery.
• Promote a culture of safety, inclusion, and respect within both clinical areas.

Person specification

Experience

• NMC registered

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

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

Important information for applicants:
We value the individuality and authenticity that each candidate brings to the application process. While AI tools are increasingly accessible, we strongly discourage their use in completing your application. Your responses should reflect your own voice, experiences, and motivations—elements that are essential to a fair and accurate evaluation.
Applications that rely heavily on AI-generated content may misrepresent your abilities and could result in your application being rejected. We encourage you to take the time to present your genuine self, as this helps us better understand your potential and ensures a transparent selection process.

Closing Adverts Early: In the event of exceptional interest, we may close adverts earlier than specified.

Some of our adverts are capped for a limited number of applications; therefore, the advert will close once the cap has been reached. We therefore encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible if you are interested in the position to prevent you from missing out on applying for the opportunity.

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 the roles that meet the Visa and Immigration eligibility criteria. For further information please visit the gov.uk website searching for Skilled Worker. It is your responsibility as the applicant to ensure that you meet this criteria.

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

Further Information

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Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Application numbers

This advert has been capped for a limited number of applications; therefore, it will close once the cap has been reached. We therefore encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible if you are interested in this post to prevent you from missing out on applying for this opportunity.

Name Rosheen Smith, Job title: Ward Manager, Email address: [e-mail], Telephone number: 01444 441881.

Please contact Rosheen Smith by email [e-mail] or phone [phone] ext 65686 for more information or an informal visit.