Job summary
PART TIME: 18.75 HOURS PER WEEK
The post-holder is responsible for undertaking and recording a comprehensive nursing assessment and planning, delivering and evaluating high standards of evidence-based nursing care to a diverse group of patients.
Is expected to deliver care without direct supervision. Is accountable for the care delivered and any omissions of care.
Is expected to teach and supervise more junior staff, students and the non-registered nursing workforce.
Is accountable for care or any omissions of care that he/she delegates to others
Is expected to act as role model, delivering care with empathy and compassion as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Main duties of the job
1. Assesses the needs of patients/families and carers; plans, delivers and evaluates high standards of evidence-based nursing care. Demonstrates concise, accurate, timely record keeping, including both written and electronic records. Displays excellent analytical ability and sound decision-making in changing clinical situations.
2. Practices in accordance with the Nursing and Midwifery Council's Code: Professional standards of practice and behaviour for nurses and midwives and Trust policies, protocols and guidelines. Is accountable for their own practice and for the appropriate delegation of care he/she give to colleagues, nursing support workers and students.
3. Recognises deterioration in the physical or mental condition of the patient and takes timely action, appropriately referring to others or working with other agencies as required.
4. Recognises, responds to and appropriately manages emergencies.
5. Develops competences and practices relevant clinical skills required to deliver care to the patient/client group e.g. venepuncture, cannulation, PICC line care.
About us
Diversity 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.
Job description
Job responsibilities
1. Manages own workload, coordinating and prioritising the care he/she deliver. Recognises his/her limitations and escalates to more senior staff if needed.
2. Works as an effective team member. Actively promote excellent team and interdisciplinary relationships.
3. Demonstrates excellent communication skills, including written, verbal and nonverbal. Establish and maintain effective communication with individuals/groups about difficult or complex issues. Demonstrate appropriate assertiveness and ability to challenge others when the rights of patients and others may be infringed.
4. Works with the team to maintain high standards of cleanliness in the clinical area and an optimum, well-maintained Ward/Department environment.
5. Actively promotes diversity, including racial diversity, both in the delivery of the Care groups services and in the management and development of staff within the clinical area. Assists the Ward/Department Manager to sustain relationships that promote dignity, rights and responsibilities. Identify and take action to address discrimination and oppression.
6. Ensure own practice complies with Data Protection/Confidentiality/Caldicott principles.
7. Take responsibility for safeguarding and compliance with the requirements of the Data Protection Act 1998 and the Mental Capacity Act 2005.
Job description
Job responsibilities
1. Manages own workload, coordinating and prioritising the care he/she deliver. Recognises his/her limitations and escalates to more senior staff if needed.
2. Works as an effective team member. Actively promote excellent team and interdisciplinary relationships.
3. Demonstrates excellent communication skills, including written, verbal and nonverbal. Establish and maintain effective communication with individuals/groups about difficult or complex issues. Demonstrate appropriate assertiveness and ability to challenge others when the rights of patients and others may be infringed.
4. Works with the team to maintain high standards of cleanliness in the clinical area and an optimum, well-maintained Ward/Department environment.
5. Actively promotes diversity, including racial diversity, both in the delivery of the Care groups services and in the management and development of staff within the clinical area. Assists the Ward/Department Manager to sustain relationships that promote dignity, rights and responsibilities. Identify and take action to address discrimination and oppression.
6. Ensure own practice complies with Data Protection/Confidentiality/Caldicott principles.
7. Take responsibility for safeguarding and compliance with the requirements of the Data Protection Act 1998 and the Mental Capacity Act 2005.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Current NMC registration
- Evidence of recent continuous professional development
- Work in an acute setting
Desirable
- Experience in speciality may be an advantage
Education
Essential
- Educated to degree level or working towards it.
- Able to demonstrate academic interest
Desirable
- Demonstrates sound clinical knowledge and up to date nursing practice with evidence of critical thinking and problem solving
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Current NMC registration
- Evidence of recent continuous professional development
- Work in an acute setting
Desirable
- Experience in speciality may be an advantage
Education
Essential
- Educated to degree level or working towards it.
- Able to demonstrate academic interest
Desirable
- Demonstrates sound clinical knowledge and up to date nursing practice with evidence of critical thinking and problem solving
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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
