Job summary
Applications for this vacancy are restricted to internal applicants only
An exciting
opportunity has arisen for experienced critical care nurses to join the ICCU
senior nursing team.
As a Junior Sister/Charge Nurse, you will be responsible for the supervision, support and
education of junior staff members of the ICCU team. You will be accountable for
ensuring that agreed professional standards are reflected in clinical practice
and be responsible for the provision of highly specialist expertise/advice to
nursing, medical and other support staff working within the unit. You will also
be responsible for assisting the ICCU Co-ordinator with the day to day
management of a team of staff. You will therefore need to be motivated and
flexible to help meet the challenges of managing change to the delivery of
Critical Care Services across both our sites within the Trust.
Main duties of the job
To supervise, support and educate
junior members of the ICCU team, acting as a role model.
To be responsible and accountable
for the safe, effective and compassionate nursing care for all patients in the ICCU.
To exercise accountability as set out in the NMC Code.
To be able to demonstrate skills and competence required to care for
level 2 and level 3 ICCU patients by completion of National Competency
Framework for Registered Nurses in Adult Critical Care.
Support ward/department manager to ensure organisational
goals/objectives are met within ICCU.
To participate in rotation onto Critical Care Outreach Team.
To participate in the delivery of renal replacement therapy (RRT), and
to support the training, supervision and assessment of nurses undergoing RRT
training in collaboration with the RRT Clinical Educator.
To assist the ICCU Team Leader with the appraisal and development of
junior team members.
To manage patient care in the absence of the ICCU Co-ordinator.
When taking charge of the
ward/department or in the absence of the ICCU Co-ordinator, is directly responsible for ensuring that clinical,
professional and cleanliness standards are maintained in the entire
ward/department.
To ensure effective communication internally and
externally regarding patient care and resources
About us
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One Team One Trust - There are many reasons to work at our Trust. From our commitment to putting people first to our accessible services and award winning teams. We have a passion for research, innovation and tackling inequalities. We are committed to respect, fairness and civility and promote a compassionate, caring and positive culture / working environment.
We welcome all applications irrespective of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under- represented groups. Looking after our workforces health and wellbeing is a priority for STSFT. We also provide access to high quality education, training, career progression and support. Flexible working is supported via the Trust's Flexible Working Policy.
The Trust employs around 8,300 people and provides a range of hospital services to a local community of around 430,000 residents. We also provide a range of more specialised services outside this area, in some cases to a population as great as 860,000. We offer our staff outstanding benefits - Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support and access to a Childcare Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements. The Trust will not accept applications which are found to be AI generated.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To be responsible and accountable
for the safe, effective and compassionate nursing care for all patients in ICCU/ICU
To exercise accountability as set out in the NMC Code.
To supervise, support and educate junior members of the critical care team,
acting as a role model.
Support ward/department manager to ensure organisational goals/objectives
are met within ICCU/ICU.
When taking charge of the department
or in the absence of the critical care coordinator, is directly responsible for ensuring that clinical,
professional and cleanliness standards are maintained in the entire department.
To ensure effective communication
internally and externally, regarding patient care and resources.
To be able to demonstrate the
required skills and competence required to care for level 2 and level 3
patients by completion of the National Competency Framework for Registered
Nurses in Adult Critical Care.
To participate in rotation onto the
Critical Care Outreach Team (CCOT).
To participate in the delivery of
Renal Replacement Therapy (RRT), and to support the training, supervision and
assessment of nurses undergoing RRT training in collaboration with the Clinical
Educator.
To assist the ICCU/ICU coordinator
with the appraisal and development of junior team members.
To comply
with the trusts vision, values and behavioural compact.
PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE
Job description
Job responsibilities
To be responsible and accountable
for the safe, effective and compassionate nursing care for all patients in ICCU/ICU
To exercise accountability as set out in the NMC Code.
To supervise, support and educate junior members of the critical care team,
acting as a role model.
Support ward/department manager to ensure organisational goals/objectives
are met within ICCU/ICU.
When taking charge of the department
or in the absence of the critical care coordinator, is directly responsible for ensuring that clinical,
professional and cleanliness standards are maintained in the entire department.
To ensure effective communication
internally and externally, regarding patient care and resources.
To be able to demonstrate the
required skills and competence required to care for level 2 and level 3
patients by completion of the National Competency Framework for Registered
Nurses in Adult Critical Care.
To participate in rotation onto the
Critical Care Outreach Team (CCOT).
To participate in the delivery of
Renal Replacement Therapy (RRT), and to support the training, supervision and
assessment of nurses undergoing RRT training in collaboration with the Clinical
Educator.
To assist the ICCU/ICU coordinator
with the appraisal and development of junior team members.
To comply
with the trusts vision, values and behavioural compact.
PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Current NMC Registration (Level 1 adult nurse).
- Degree in nursing studies or healthcare related subject or evidence of currently working towards this (UK equivalent).
- Mentorship certificate/ Practice Assessor training or demonstrable equivalent experience.
- Completion of National Competency Framework for Registered Nurses in Adult Critical Care, Steps 1, 2 and 3.
- Post registration qualification Critical Care Course which meets the requirements of the National Standards for Adult Critical Care Nurse Education.
Desirable
- Management and leadership training.
- ILM qualification.
- History taking and Physical Assessment/Clinical Skills Course
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Awareness of national health and social care policy.
- Knowledge of best practice in area of specialism.
- Competent in the delivery of RRT or evidence of working towards.
- Thorough understanding of expanded roles/professional practice issues.
- Clinical teaching experience.
- Ability to provide and receive complex, sensitive or contentious information, where persuasive, motivational, negotiating, training, empathic or reassurance skills are required.
- Able to work without supervision.
- Competent in the use of IT packages.
- Proven interpersonal skills.
- Evidence of competency in relation to nursing practices appropriate to the post.
Desirable
- Understanding of budget and financial control systems.
Physical Skills
Essential
- Ability to assist patients to move as per Trust Moving and Handling Policy
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience as a Band 5 nurse in critical care.
- Experience of leading a team.
- Evidence of innovation in practice.
- Experience of coordinating a team in caring for patients from admission to discharge.
- Expertise within the speciality.
Desirable
- Experience of line management of staff
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Current NMC Registration (Level 1 adult nurse).
- Degree in nursing studies or healthcare related subject or evidence of currently working towards this (UK equivalent).
- Mentorship certificate/ Practice Assessor training or demonstrable equivalent experience.
- Completion of National Competency Framework for Registered Nurses in Adult Critical Care, Steps 1, 2 and 3.
- Post registration qualification Critical Care Course which meets the requirements of the National Standards for Adult Critical Care Nurse Education.
Desirable
- Management and leadership training.
- ILM qualification.
- History taking and Physical Assessment/Clinical Skills Course
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Awareness of national health and social care policy.
- Knowledge of best practice in area of specialism.
- Competent in the delivery of RRT or evidence of working towards.
- Thorough understanding of expanded roles/professional practice issues.
- Clinical teaching experience.
- Ability to provide and receive complex, sensitive or contentious information, where persuasive, motivational, negotiating, training, empathic or reassurance skills are required.
- Able to work without supervision.
- Competent in the use of IT packages.
- Proven interpersonal skills.
- Evidence of competency in relation to nursing practices appropriate to the post.
Desirable
- Understanding of budget and financial control systems.
Physical Skills
Essential
- Ability to assist patients to move as per Trust Moving and Handling Policy
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience as a Band 5 nurse in critical care.
- Experience of leading a team.
- Evidence of innovation in practice.
- Experience of coordinating a team in caring for patients from admission to discharge.
- Expertise within the speciality.
Desirable
- Experience of line management of staff
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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