Job overview

To participate in all nursing related clinic, invasive and non-invasive procedures Fertility activities within the
BWFC adhering to Trust policies and procedures, HFEA Code of Practice and NMC Codes of Conduct

Main duties of the job

To have responsibility for a specific area of activity as allocated by the Senior Nurse, and to take the lead in development of that specific service element.
To work independently after training in nurse led clinics to monitor and assess the progress of treatments.
To work within the theatre and recovery area, taking responsibility for that area as appropriate. To admit and discharge patients according to set protocols, assist medical staff with performing minor operative procedures, provide pre and post operative care to patients undergoing general anaesthetic.
To perform ultrasound scanning to monitor treatment cycles and assess early pregnancies.
To interpret ultrasound scans, blood results and clinical histories.
To participate in the provision of a phlebotomy service.
To ensure patients are fully prepared for treatment. Checking all appropriate preliminary investigations are completed, and that all patients give informed consent, following the provision of detailed comprehensive information.

Working for our organisation

Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust is the first of its type in the UK. Our Trust was formed in February 2017 to drive forward our commitment to provide the highest quality, world-class physical and mental health care for our women, children and families. Uniting our hospitals means more seamless care; more investment to make greater advances in our specialist treatment and world-leading neo-natal and fetal work. Importantly, it also gives us a greater voice in shaping the future of family-centred care.

Birmingham Children's Hospital is a UK leading specialist paediatric centre with an international reputation in several areas.

Birmingham Women's Hospital is one of two dedicated women's hospitals in the UK, with the busiest single site maternity unit, delivering more than 8,200 babies a year offering a full range of gynaecological, maternity and neonatal care. 

Parkview Clinic is a Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service Mental Health (CAMHS) facility in Moseley, for young people aged 11-18 years who require admission due to significant psychiatric difficulties.

Our Trust is committed to creating the best place to work. We believe in promoting and enhancing inclusion, diversity and equality and encourage applications from all areas of the community, who meet the criteria for the role, regardless of age, gender identity, disability, race, religion or sexual orientation.