Junior Sister for Acute Stroke Unit INTERNAL ONLY

Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust

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Job summary

Internal Only

We are looking for a motivated, dynamic and flexible Registered Nurse to support the team and the Ward Sister on the Acute Stroke Unit to ensure strong leadership across the team.

Main duties of the job

1. The post holder will Provide effective managerial and clinical leadership of ward/department staff.

2. Undertakes individual performance reviews, appraisals, identifies and implements personal development plans for junior staff.

3. Assists in the effective management of the ward/department consumables budget.

4. Complies with all Trust policies and national guidelines.

5. Deals personally with patients, families and carers in order to aid resolution of complaints.

6. Represents the ward at meetings as and when required.

7. Facilitates open and effective communication within the ward team.

About us

Diversity is what makes us interesting... Inclusion is what will make us outstanding.

Inequality exists and the journey to eliminate it is not easy. Every step we take will be a purposeful step forward to deliver a truly inclusive culture where all our people are enabled to deliver outstanding care, where background is no barrier, and where everyone can be their authentic self and we truly represent our patient community.

We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants where possible. All applicants who have a disability and meet the minimum criteria for the post can opt for a guaranteed interview.

If you need additional help with your application please get in touch by calling the recruitment team on 0118 322 6997 or 0118 322 5342.

Our primary method of communication will be via email. However, if you would prefer to be contacted through a different method, please inform the recruitment team.

Date posted

20 January 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

193-6931305UCGB6-JUNSIS

Job locations

Royal Berkshire Hospital

Reading

RG1 5AN


Job description

Job responsibilities

1. The post holder will Provide effective managerial and clinical leadership of ward/department staff.

2. Undertakes individual performance reviews, appraisals, identifies and implements personal development plans for junior staff.

3. Assists in the effective management of the ward/department consumables budget.

4. Complies with all Trust policies and national guidelines.

5. Deals personally with patients, families and carers in order to aid resolution of complaints.

6. Represents the ward at meetings as and when required.

7. Facilitates open and effective communication within the ward team.

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. The post holder will Provide effective managerial and clinical leadership of ward/department staff.

2. Undertakes individual performance reviews, appraisals, identifies and implements personal development plans for junior staff.

3. Assists in the effective management of the ward/department consumables budget.

4. Complies with all Trust policies and national guidelines.

5. Deals personally with patients, families and carers in order to aid resolution of complaints.

6. Represents the ward at meetings as and when required.

7. Facilitates open and effective communication within the ward team.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Minimum 5 years experience

Desirable

  • 3 years in Stroke speciality

Qualifications

Essential

  • Mentorship

Desirable

  • Leadership qualification or working towards

Stroke specific

Essential

  • Stroke Competencies completed

Desirable

  • Stroke course
Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Minimum 5 years experience

Desirable

  • 3 years in Stroke speciality

Qualifications

Essential

  • Mentorship

Desirable

  • Leadership qualification or working towards

Stroke specific

Essential

  • Stroke Competencies completed

Desirable

  • Stroke course

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Berkshire Hospital

Reading

RG1 5AN


Employer's website

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


Employer details

Employer name

Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Berkshire Hospital

Reading

RG1 5AN


Employer's website

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


For questions about the job, contact:

Ward Sister

Shivanthi Panchalingam

shivanthi.panchalingam@royalberkshire.nhs.uk

01183228944

Date posted

20 January 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

193-6931305UCGB6-JUNSIS

Job locations

Royal Berkshire Hospital

Reading

RG1 5AN


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