Job summary
**This position is open to staff working at the Trust in the 'ECT Family' this includes currentEast Cheshire NHS Trust employees,both NHSP and ECT bank staff, ISS staff and volunteers at the Trust. Unfortunately, we cannot accept applications from applicants not listed within these groups.**
This is an exciting opportunity to join our fantastic team on Ward 5 and Surgical Day Case Unit. It is a 13 bedded surgical ward delivering high quality care to elective and non elective general surgical and gynaecological patients. There is also an additional Surgical Day Case Unit and Surgical Treatment Unit where we care for out elective day case patients.
We are looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual with considerable experience at Band 5.
With excellent communication skills, team working skills and experience in leading a team to join our busy ward.
Our nursing team is focused on the six C's so we aim to deliver high quality, compassionate care to our patients and carers.
We will support your development in this post through personal development planning. In return for your commitment to our Trust we are offer excellent training opportunities, experience and support to broaden your knowledge and skills as a qualified nurse.
Hours per Week: 37.5
Please be advised we are unable to provide Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship to non-UK residents.
Main duties of the job
The role of the Band 6 Charge Nurse is to support, contribute to and assist the Ward Manager in the leadership and the management of the ward / unit team. To support the Ward Manager in the development, monitoring and implementation of high quality, evidence-based clinical care to ensure continuity of service provision and standards are maintained and improved.
About us
We are committed to providing the best quality integrated care to our patients. To achieve this aim we need highly motivated staff who are united by common values and behaviours.
We believe our workforce is our greatest asset and we actively support our staff to develop their capabilities to the full, with a variety of learning and development opportunities.
Whether you are just starting out in your career or are looking to use your skills and experience in a new role, East Cheshire NHS Trust is the right employer for you. We look forward to you joining us so that we can bring out your best.
Please be aware that this post requires an Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check with barred lists, the cost of which is payable by the successful candidate. If you have lived or worked abroad for 6 months or more in the last 5 years you will need to obtain an overseas police clearance. Further information can be found on the additional information links at the bottom of the advert.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.
Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.
As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage www.careersateastcheshire.nhs.uk for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).
Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.
We look forward to receiving your application.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.
Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.
As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage www.careersateastcheshire.nhs.uk for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).
Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.
We look forward to receiving your application.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Current first level registration in General / Adult Nursing
- ENB (English National Board 998 / mentorship or equivalent
Desirable
- Evidence of higher education ie Degree, Diploma etc.
Experience
Essential
- Experience as a staff nurse within the specialty area
- Experience of designing and delivering education to junior staff
- Experience of using a multi-disciplinary approach to patient care
Desirable
- Experience in implementing improvements in practice/protocol or procedures
Leadership Qualities and Skills
Essential
- Demonstrates a high standard of clinical practice in the appropriate field.
- Ability to promote effective communication
- Ability to prioritise tasks and action
- Ability to problem solve
- Ability to delegate safely
- Ability to recognise own sphere of competence and escalate appropriately
Desirable
- Competent information technology / word processing skills
Other role requirements
Essential
- Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for further details
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Current first level registration in General / Adult Nursing
- ENB (English National Board 998 / mentorship or equivalent
Desirable
- Evidence of higher education ie Degree, Diploma etc.
Experience
Essential
- Experience as a staff nurse within the specialty area
- Experience of designing and delivering education to junior staff
- Experience of using a multi-disciplinary approach to patient care
Desirable
- Experience in implementing improvements in practice/protocol or procedures
Leadership Qualities and Skills
Essential
- Demonstrates a high standard of clinical practice in the appropriate field.
- Ability to promote effective communication
- Ability to prioritise tasks and action
- Ability to problem solve
- Ability to delegate safely
- Ability to recognise own sphere of competence and escalate appropriately
Desirable
- Competent information technology / word processing skills
Other role requirements
Essential
- Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for further details
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).
