Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust

Band 6 Senior Staff Nurse - Cedar Ward - Cardiothoracic Surgery

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Job summary

We are looking for an enthusiastic nurse who is keen to work at the leading edge of cardiothoracic practice in a fast-paced ward setting. You will need to be a highly motivated nurse who is committed to delivering high standards of care and can demonstrate excellent clinical and communication skills. You will also work closely with the ward manager and multi-disciplinary team members to monitor and maintain excellent clinical standards of nursing practice and staff development as part of the ward team. If you are looking for a career in Cardiothoracic nursing, this is your chance to join a friendly and supportive team at Harefield Hospital.

Closing date: 15/10/2023

Main duties of the job

Job summary:

The post holder will work closely with the ward manager and multi-disciplinary team members in monitoring and maintaining excellent clinical standards of nursing practice and staff development as part of the ward team. Also, act as a team leader to ensure the needs of the patients are met.
To be responsible for the continuing professional development and overall performance of all staff by acting as a mentor with the support of their senior colleagues.
To take charge of the ward/department on a regular basis.
The post holder is expected to carry out all relevant forms of care without direct supervision and is required to demonstrate procedures, supervise qualified and/or unqualified staff whilst maintaining a safe working environment
To be flexible in the approach to the clinical area and provide cover for any area specified.

About us

Cedar Ward is a 24-bedded surgical ward caring for a range of patients pre and post complex cardiothoracic surgery. This surgery would include open and minimally invasive cardiac surgery including valve repair and replacement and Coronary Artery Bypass Grafts. The thoracic surgery would include lobectomies, pneumonectomies and minimally invasive procedures.

Our Practice Education Team will support you through a supernumerary period during your orientation to the ward. You will have the opportunity to attend in-house study days and regular surgical team days to support your learning and keep you up to date with current practice. Following orientation and completion of relevant competencies, you will have the opportunity to access university-based post-graduate courses.

Date posted

07 September 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£40,701 to £48,054 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

196-NM10699

Job locations

Harefield Hospital

Hill End Road

Uxbridge

UB9 6JH

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job summary:

The post holder will work closely with the ward manager and multi-disciplinary team members in monitoring and maintaining excellent clinical standards of nursing practice and staff development as part of the ward team. Also, act as a team leader to ensure the needs of the patients are met.
To be responsible for the continuing professional development and overall performance of all staff by acting as a mentor with the support of their senior colleagues.
To take charge of the ward/department on a regular basis.
The post holder is expected to carry out all relevant forms of care without direct supervision and is required to demonstrate procedures, supervise qualified and/or unqualified staff whilst maintaining a safe working environment
To be flexible in the approach to the clinical area and provide cover for any area specified.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job summary:

The post holder will work closely with the ward manager and multi-disciplinary team members in monitoring and maintaining excellent clinical standards of nursing practice and staff development as part of the ward team. Also, act as a team leader to ensure the needs of the patients are met.
To be responsible for the continuing professional development and overall performance of all staff by acting as a mentor with the support of their senior colleagues.
To take charge of the ward/department on a regular basis.
The post holder is expected to carry out all relevant forms of care without direct supervision and is required to demonstrate procedures, supervise qualified and/or unqualified staff whilst maintaining a safe working environment
To be flexible in the approach to the clinical area and provide cover for any area specified.

Person Specification

Education

Essential

Relevant Post-Reg Course

Desirable

Management or Leadership Course

Experience

Essential

Relevant Post-Reg experience

Desirable

Cardiothoracic/Surgical Experience

Skills

Essential

Proven communication skills both orally and in writing

Desirable

Leadership Skills

Person Specification

Education

Essential

Relevant Post-Reg Course

Desirable

Management or Leadership Course

Experience

Essential

Relevant Post-Reg experience

Desirable

Cardiothoracic/Surgical Experience

Skills

Essential

Proven communication skills both orally and in writing

Desirable

Leadership 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.

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Harefield Hospital

Hill End Road

Uxbridge

UB9 6JH

Employer's website

https://www.guysandstthomas.nhs.uk/careers/careers.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Harefield Hospital

Hill End Road

Uxbridge

UB9 6JH

Employer's website

https://www.guysandstthomas.nhs.uk/careers/careers.aspx (Opens in a new tab)