Job summary
Band 6 Junior Sister
Is providing outstanding care every time and getting the basics right what you care about? Do you have the ability to see the potential in others and develop it? Is making a difference and doing the right thing fundamental to you? If your answer to these questions is yes, the Junior Sister role may be right for you.
We have a full-time opportunity for a Junior sister, Band 6 on Caesar Hawkins ward, an Acute Medicine ward specialising in Respiratory Medicine, based in St George's Hospital.
Main duties of the job
To support and deputise for the Ward Manger, to ensure the provision of excellent nursing care and the effective management of staff and other resources. To carry out the day-to-day management and co-ordination of the ward/department. To ensure that there are education and training opportunities for all staff, including pre and post registration students and /or providing specialist knowledge.
About us
This is a chance to develop your management and leadership skills as part of a highly capable team.
We offer;
Clinical Expert - with a variety of acutely unwell patients passing through the ward you will be able to keep abreast of the latest clinical guidelines. You will be responsible for the management and coordination of care of ward-based Level 2 respiratory patients.
Leadership skills - our leadership course and staff management courses will help you develop the skills you need to lead and motivate the team to provide excellent care. We will help support the development of your junior nurse leadership skills.
Education - Opportunities for mentorship and preceptorship with our placement students and newly qualified nurses.
With a variety of career progression opportunities - from Ward Manager, Matron, Practice Educator, Nurse Practitioner, Clinical Nurse Specialist and Head of Nursing. Where do you see yourself?
Job description
Job responsibilities
The job description is not an exhaustive document but reflects the current position. Details and emphasis may change in line with service needs after consultation with the postholder.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The job description is not an exhaustive document but reflects the current position. Details and emphasis may change in line with service needs after consultation with the postholder.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- RN current registration
- Mentorship qualification.
- Respiratory Experience
Desirable
- Education qualification
- Attended IPR course
Experience
Essential
- Relevant specialist course or equivalent experience / competency.
- Prioritising work and co-ordinating the ward or department.
- Demonstrates an understanding of the assessment / competency development process for student nurses, HCA's and junior staff.
Desirable
- Evidence of audit or research project
- Clinical Leadership Programme
Skills
Essential
- Ability to assess, plan and evaluate patient care according to individual needs.
- Good verbal and written communication abilities
- Computer literate.
Knowledge
Essential
- Demonstrates knowledge of the application of evidence-based practice
- Demonstrates an understanding of the application of leadership skills
- Has knowledge of performance review
- Knowledge of current nursing issues
- Awareness of professional responsibilities
Other
Essential
- Motivates and demonstrates enthusiasm for the clinical speciality
- Demonstrates a caring and sensitive approach to patient care
- Adaptable and responsive to changing needs
- Able to use own initiative
- Ability to identify stress in self and others and to take effective action to manage the situation.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- RN current registration
- Mentorship qualification.
- Respiratory Experience
Desirable
- Education qualification
- Attended IPR course
Experience
Essential
- Relevant specialist course or equivalent experience / competency.
- Prioritising work and co-ordinating the ward or department.
- Demonstrates an understanding of the assessment / competency development process for student nurses, HCA's and junior staff.
Desirable
- Evidence of audit or research project
- Clinical Leadership Programme
Skills
Essential
- Ability to assess, plan and evaluate patient care according to individual needs.
- Good verbal and written communication abilities
- Computer literate.
Knowledge
Essential
- Demonstrates knowledge of the application of evidence-based practice
- Demonstrates an understanding of the application of leadership skills
- Has knowledge of performance review
- Knowledge of current nursing issues
- Awareness of professional responsibilities
Other
Essential
- Motivates and demonstrates enthusiasm for the clinical speciality
- Demonstrates a caring and sensitive approach to patient care
- Adaptable and responsive to changing needs
- Able to use own initiative
- Ability to identify stress in self and others and to take effective action to manage the situation.
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).
