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Job summary

Main area
Hepatobiliary
Grade
NHS AfC: Band 6
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Full internal rotation)
Job ref
358-6349053-CHU
Employer
University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
Glenfield Hospital
Town
Leicester
Salary
£35,392 - £42,618 per annum
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
11/07/2024 23:59

Employer heading

NHS

Deputy Ward Sister/Charge Nurse

NHS AfC: Band 6

We are actively promoting flexible working options, helping you to manage a work / life balance

Job overview

Are you ready for a new challenge?

We are seeking an exceptional individual who is both enthusiastic and passionate to apply for this exciting opportunity.

The team on Ward 35 provide specialist care to patients who have undergone acute surgical Hepatobiliary procedures, or have chronic conditions that require excellent care from the multidisciplinary team. We receive patients from theatre recovery, ITU step down and the HPB assessment unit.

This is a fast paced ward offering the successful candidate a fantastic opportunity to learn and develop new skills.

Main duties of the job

  • You will be responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of our patients care.

  • Participate in the effective clinical leadership and management of the ward team, which will include leadership and supervision of other healthcare professionals, carrying out all aspects of the caring process.

  • You will have and develop leadership skills ensuring you are able to deputise and take charge of the ward in the absence of the Ward Manager.

  • Actively contribute to setting and maintaining high standards of quality nursing care, to contribute to the improvement of services and the quality of care provision to meet the needs of patients, service users and their families. 

  • Act as a role model, mentoring, teaching, assessing and supporting students and learners on placement and participate in the education, development and mentorship of other staff.

  • In addition, you will play a key role in ensuring effective communication between patients, carers, clinical staff and the wider multidisciplinary team.

  • As an effective role model, you will be involved in using your own knowledge to develop and enhance the development, skills and competence of others.

  • You will have the opportunity to use specialist knowledge, skills and innovative practice to provide a high standard of care and maintain patient safety.

Working for our organisation

Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).

We have four primary goals: 

  • high-quality care for all, 
  • being a great place to work, 
  • partnerships for impact, and 
  • research and education excellence

And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.

Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:

  • we are compassionate,
  • we are proud, 
  • we are inclusive, and 
  • we are one team 

This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.

About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:

http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

  • Assist with and deputise for the Sister / Charge Nurse in the management and organisation of the ward/Clinic. 

  • Maximise use of clinical and staff resources, implementing best practice in patient flow, admission and discharge arrangements. 

  • Promote the development of new services within the ward area and assist the Sister / Charge Nurse to implement change. 

  • Maintain efficient and effective communication with the Sister / Charge Nurse, the multidisciplinary team and the Matron on issues related to patient care, ward management and organisation. 

  •  Participate in staff recruitment and selection processes and wider recruitment and retention strategies. 

  • Act in a Professional manner and ensure self and ward staff adhere to the UHL Uniform policy

  • Act as a clinical expert and use own knowledge to develop and enhance the development, skills and competence of others. 

  • Work collaboratively with the Education and Practice Development team, Clinical Support Nurses and Multi Professional Teams to ensure that education and development opportunities are provided for the ward team to enable staff to be both confident and competent to perform their roles safely. 

  • Act as a clinical resource, mentor / assessor / supervisor / preceptor of learners and staff as required. 

  •  Actively promote and participate in clinical supervision / mentorship or equivalent support mechanisms. 

please see job description/person specification for further details on the role

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential criteria
  • RN with current NMC PIN
  • Recognised-NMC teaching& assessing qualification or equivalent
Desirable criteria
  • Involvement in Audit or research

Skills & Knowledge

Essential criteria
  • Has worked in HPB or have considerable experience of high volume, acute patient care setting
  • Has Nurse in Charge experience & demonstrates good leadership qualities
Desirable criteria
  • Attended professional development Leadership course ie LEO

Communication

Essential criteria
  • Excellent written & verbal skills
  • Act as a role model and as a mentor, assessor and support for learners in the ward
  • Effective communicator and negotiator
Desirable criteria
  • Advanced communication course

Employer certification / accreditation badges

Apprenticeships logoCare quality commission - Goodhttps://www.gov.uk/government/publications/kickstart-scheme-employer-resources/kickstart-scheme-brand-guidelinesMindful employer.  Being positive about mental health.Disability confident committedHappy to Talk Flexible Working

Applicant requirements

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.

Documents to download

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Julie Hibbert
Job title
Ward Sister
Email address
[email protected]
Telephone number
07890 903126
Additional information

Matron Rebecca Haigh

[email protected]

Mobile: 07496 511558

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