Job summary
An excellent opportunity has arisen in the Haematology department for an enthusiastic, self motivated and dynamic leader. Stirland Ward is a 24 bedded Oncology/ Haematology ward.
We are looking to recruit a visible ward sister/charge nurse who is a professional role model dedicated to delivering high standards of care and gets the fundamentals right, someone who loves to develop others to become excellent at what they do and wants to make a difference. You will be a nurse who can demonstrate motivation towards delivering the highest standard of nursing care and the ability to work as part of a proactive and forward thinking multi-disciplinary team.
Main duties of the job
You will be self-driven, innovative with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. You will also be highly motivated with a desire to provide the highest standards of care, whilst demonstrating clear leadership. You will be accountable for the efficient and effective operational management of the ward, provide support and supervision of nursing and non-nursing staff; assist in maintaining and monitoring key performance indicators. For further information please see Job Description.
About us
Patients - We will ensure our patients receive consistently high quality, safe care with outstanding outcomes and experience
People - We will build on our position as an employer of choice; with an engaged, developed and empowered team that puts patient care at the heart of everything it does
Places - We will invest in our estate, equipment and digital infrastructure to support the delivery of high quality patient care
Performance - We will consistently achieve our performance standards and make the best use of resources to contribute to an affordable healthcare system
Partners - We will support the improvement of the health of the communities we serve through strong system leadership and innovative partnerships to deliver integrated models of care
Potential - We will deliver world-class research and education and transform health through innovation
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information please see attached the job description and person specification for the role of ward manager.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information please see attached the job description and person specification for the role of ward manager.
Person Specification
Training & Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse part 1 of the register
- First level degree
- LEO Course
- Evidence of Leadership and Management
- Excellent knowledge of haematology/oncology and communication skills
- Evidence in Health and Safety procedures and practice
Desirable
- Teaching and Assessing qualification
- UCON SACT Passport
- Working towards LEO Course
Experience
Essential
- Band 6 or above experience in Haematology and Oncology
- Evidence of managing budget and establishments
Desirable
- Experience of developing standards, guidelines and policies
- Can demonstrate evidence-based skills within haematology/oncology
- Evidence of recruitment and selection process
- Evidence of education and development of staff
- Able to demonstrate a service improvement or re-design
Communication and relationship skills
Essential
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Evidence of negotiating and influencing skills
Desirable
- Experience of undertaking presentations
Person Specification
Training & Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse part 1 of the register
- First level degree
- LEO Course
- Evidence of Leadership and Management
- Excellent knowledge of haematology/oncology and communication skills
- Evidence in Health and Safety procedures and practice
Desirable
- Teaching and Assessing qualification
- UCON SACT Passport
- Working towards LEO Course
Experience
Essential
- Band 6 or above experience in Haematology and Oncology
- Evidence of managing budget and establishments
Desirable
- Experience of developing standards, guidelines and policies
- Can demonstrate evidence-based skills within haematology/oncology
- Evidence of recruitment and selection process
- Evidence of education and development of staff
- Able to demonstrate a service improvement or re-design
Communication and relationship skills
Essential
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Evidence of negotiating and influencing skills
Desirable
- Experience of undertaking presentations
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trusts
Address
Nottingham University Hospitals City Campus
Hucknall Road
Nottingham
NG5 1PB
Employer's website
https://www.nuh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)