Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity for Registered Nurses who have the skills required for the dual role of Clinical Educator and junior Sister/Charge Nurse to join our directorate of Respiratory Medicine within the care group of Medicine and Pharmacy Services (MAPS).
The role is focussed around the provision and monitoring of the clinical skills and training for the staff working within inpatient Respiratory. These wards include Huntsman 7, Brearley 3, Robert Hadfield 1, Robert Hadfield 2 and Robert Hadfield 5.
The role will primarily be based on RH5 to support the requirements of the Respiratory Support Unit (RSU). In addition to the recognition and provision of staff training needs you will work with the Senior Sister to provide strong clinical leadership to the ward in the delivery of high quality, patient centred care.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be responsible for the continuous review and development of the Respiratory workforce, including Trainee Nursing Associates and Integrated Therapists. They will utilise their clinical experience and access appropriate resources to support the training and development of the staff.
The post holder will also be expected to support the complex Respiratory needs of the patients within the speciality and complete ward-based training and education. They must be committed to evidenced based care and remain up to date with national recommendations whilst adhering to clinical governance. They will also be expected to partake in local and national audits.
The Sister/Charge Nurse role includes the provision of nursing care and clinical skills to a diverse range of patients whilst supporting colleagues and carers on the ward.
About us
You will be working for an organisation which values and respects all of its staff and the community it serves. The Trust is a leader in the NHS and research sectors and provides excellent benefits for its employees. This includes commitments to professional development but also many policies to support employees in balancing their personal and professional lives.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post.
When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post.
When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse
- To have completed the national practice assessor training or equivalent teaching and assessing qualification for those with ENB998.
- Possess or working towards a degree
Desirable
- BLS trainer
- Moving and Handler Key Trainer
Experience
Essential
- Relevant experience at AFC band 5 (or equivalent)
- Relevant experience of caring for patients with Respiratory conditions
Further training
Essential
- IV drug administration competency.
- Evidence of recent professional development.
- Basic IT/Computer skills
Desirable
- Competency in Care of Tracheostomy/Laryngectomy patients
- Non-Invasive Ventilation sign off
- Advanced Respiratory Skills
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse
- To have completed the national practice assessor training or equivalent teaching and assessing qualification for those with ENB998.
- Possess or working towards a degree
Desirable
- BLS trainer
- Moving and Handler Key Trainer
Experience
Essential
- Relevant experience at AFC band 5 (or equivalent)
- Relevant experience of caring for patients with Respiratory conditions
Further training
Essential
- IV drug administration competency.
- Evidence of recent professional development.
- Basic IT/Computer skills
Desirable
- Competency in Care of Tracheostomy/Laryngectomy patients
- Non-Invasive Ventilation sign off
- Advanced Respiratory Skills
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).
