0293 - Sister/Charge Nurse
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Job summary
An opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 Secondment on the Respiratory Care Unit. This position is for an individual who is a highly motivated individual with experience of working within the Respiratory speciality. In our 7 bedded Respiratory Care Unit we care for a wide variety of acutely ill patients, with many patients requiring NIV, CPAP and Airvo. In addition, they may have Invasive Line Monitoring such as Arterial and Central Lines. This band 6 nurse role will consist of providing expert respiratory nursing care to these complex patients and lead by example in compassionate and quality care.
If you are keen to develop, then The Respiratory Care Unit is an excellent place for you to continue your nursing career. We have a culture of providing opportunities for personal development, from our senior nursing team through courses and mentorship.
The successful candidate will be required to take charge of the Unit and lead a team of our junior staff with their learning and developmental needs. We will expect you to accommodate a flexible shift pattern, have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, the ability to manage time, prioritise workload along with the ability to work under pressure.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will have responsibility for the assessment of care needs and the planning, development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care without supervision.
The post holder will promote clinical excellence through theirpractice participating in evidence-based practice.
The post holder will ensure that all nursing documentation is complete, up to date and in line with NMC and Trust guidelines.
The post holder is expected to take a lead role in facilitating, educate, supervising, supporting and developing both qualified and unqualified staff, within their sphere of responsibility on a daily basis.
The post holder is expected to lead a team of staff at band 5 or below.
The post holder will demonstrate the ability to manipulate medical devices and other fine instruments such as needles.
The post holder will follow safeguarding measures for both adults and children.
The post holder will be required to be physically active and undertake such tasks as pushing and pulling trolleys and commodes, to manoeuvre patients and equipment.
The post holder will adhere to the safe custody and administration of medicines standards and demonstrate the requirements of the policy such as calculation of drug dosages or iv additives.
The post holder will demonstrate skills in extended scope of practice relevant to their sphere of responsibility eg advanced life support, cannulation.
About us
Please note that the Trust reserves the right to close a position early.
Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing Trust achieving a Good rating in our most recent Care Quality Commission (CQC) assessment and achieving significant progress in the delivery of our strategic objectives. We are proud of the commitment of our staff to ensuring a strong and sustainable future for this organisation which is highly valued by our local communities.
There has never been a better time to join Barnsley Hospital. It is moving at pace and a we can do this attitude is evident right through the organisation, where staff are engaged for change and committed to being part of the journey to sustainability and growth.
Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is committed to promoting equality of opportunity and fair treatment to all applicants regardless of race, nationality, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, mental or physical disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, age or offending history.
The cost of the DBS (criminal records check) for Band 6 and above roles only will be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction.
Certificates of Sponsorship
For individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link attached to this advert to check your eligibility.
**Please note funding for travel and associated relocation costs may not be covered by the Trust**
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Details
Date posted
29 November 2023
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£35,392 to £42,618 a year
Contract
Secondment
Duration
4 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
C9163-0293I-11-23
Job locations
Pogmoor Road
Barnsley
South Yorkshire
S75 2EP
Employer details
Employer name
Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Pogmoor Road
Barnsley
South Yorkshire
S75 2EP
Employer's website
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