0309 - Sister/Charge Nurse (PILS)

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Sister/Charge Nurse 6 month secondment position within Barnsley Hospitals 13 bed Intensive care unit.

Applications are invited from dynamic, highly motivated candidates who hold a recognised Adult Critical Care qualification, practice assessor qualification with substantial and recent clinical experience in the critical care setting.

We are looking for individuals with a minimum of 2 years Critical care experience who are committed in providing high quality care within a multidisciplinary framework of holistic care delivery.

In return we offer a supportive environment in which to develop your skills and enhance your professional development

You will be experienced in the delivery of level 3 care with proven interpersonal, leadership skills and a proactive, flexible approach to help support and shape the service.

If you would like further information about this vacancy then please contact:

Lisa Fletcher or Semone Newell.

Lisa.fletcher2@nhs.net

Telephone 01226435868

Main duties of the job

Give a brief description of the role purpose, what it takes and why this person should work for you.

The post holder will also have responsibilities and authority in the following areas:

Leading a team of staff at Band 5 Grade or below to ensure the provision of a high standard of critical care nursing.

The assessment of care needs and the development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care without supervision.

Promotion of clinical excellence in critical care through her or his own practice and participate in evidence-based practice.

Participation in the education, supervision, support and development of both junior and unqualified staff including students.

Ensure the safe custody and administration of drugs.

Show professional leadership and act as a role model to his/her team of nursing staff.

To demonstrate an ability to care for the critically ill child in the adult critical care setting.

To provide expert knowledge and skills in the use and evaluation of specialist equipment in the Intensive Care setting, including dialysis and invasive monitoring.

To be able to accurately interpret information regarding a patients condition, using specialist knowledge and skills and implement treatment plans in conjunction with medical staff.

About us

We reserve the right to close positions early

Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing Trust, currently rated Good by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and achieving significant progress in the delivery of our strategic objectives, including our ambition to be the best Place to Work

We scored best in the country in the most recent NHS Staff Survey for teamwork, compassionate leadership, and supporting work/life balance. In 2024's survey, the Trust also scored above average in every theme of the NHS People Promise the promise NHS colleagues make to each other to improve the experience of working in the NHS for everyone

We are proud of the commitment of our colleagues to ensuring a strong and sustainable future and our organisation 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

Barnsley Hospital NHS FT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity and fair treatment to all applicants

For individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link on the right hand side of the advert to check your eligibility, please note that band 2 and 3 entry roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship

The cost of the DBS (criminal records check) for Band 6 and above roles will only be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction

Employer details

Employer name

Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Pogmoor Road

Barnsley

South Yorkshire

S75 2EP

Employer's website

https://www.barnsleyhospital.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

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Employer details

Employer name

Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Pogmoor Road

Barnsley

South Yorkshire

S75 2EP

Employer's website

https://www.barnsleyhospital.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

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