Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen and we are seeking a highly motivated, enthusiastic nurse to join Katherine Monk Ward as a Ward Manager on a permanent contract. The successful candidate will work a 40/60 split between clinical and managerial responsibilities.
Katherine Monk Ward is a 26 bedded Trauma Ward in Kings College Hospital serving the South East of London, the ward is fast paced, demanding and has multiple trauma/surgical specialties. Surgery is supported by 3 other ward Brunel, Coptcoat and Lister as well as busy outpatient departments.
You must demonstrate excellent leadership and interpersonal skills. We require an individual who are forward thinking, well organised and with a positive attitude towards flexibility and change. You will lead by example, commit to team working and will have the necessary skills to support the team and drive forward.
Excellent communication skills, ability to support and empower others, a passion for working in trauma and surgery as well as proactive approach to delivery of high standards of evidence based care are essential components to this post.
You must have the ability to promote patient centred care and establish good relationships with staff, patients and families. To communicate effectively at all levels within the multi-disciplinary team and with the support of the Matron and band 6 team lead and develop the team and the service we deliver.
Main duties of the job
1. To assume responsibility for the trauma ward and provide clinical leadership to the nursing team.
2. To lead and develop the nursing team in the care of trauma, surgical and orthopaedic patients and assist in the development of clinical competencies
3. To provide expert, holistic care of a high standard to both the patients and their relatives within the King's College Hospital.
4. To act as a clinical resource within the ward and across the Care Group as necessary.
5. To be an effective clinical leader and role model with good delegation and supervisory abilities.
6. To be a safe and effective practitioner able to provide patients and relatives with high quality nursing care
7. To undertake managerial responsibilities ensuring staff management is safe, effective and within the assigned budget. Strong involvement in recruitment and retention programmes.
8. To work alongside the ward consultant and service manager to drive forward quality and excellent patient care
9. To provide leadership and visibility on the ward.
About us
King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of £1 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts a year and more than 15,000 staff based across South East London. The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. The trust-wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reachis our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we aim to take Team King's to another level.
We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people.
King's is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone's contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust's carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical Practice:
- To account for one's own professional practice in accordance with the NMC Code of Professional Conduct
- To demonstrate clinical expertise in the care of any patients receiving treatment in the ward/ department.
- To assess, plan, implement and evaluate the needs of patients on the Ward on an ongoing basis, co-ordinating the care given by all members of the clinical team.
- To act as a resource person to others, providing accurate information, advice and support to the multidisciplinary team, nursing team, patients and their relatives.
- To ensure that accurate records are maintained reflecting both changes in the patients condition and the treatment delivered, and to ensure contemporaneous record keeping at all times and in line with the Trust policy on documentation and NMC guidance
- To ensure that patients and their relatives are updated regularly with accurate information, and ensure that this is presented in a way that they understand.
- To ensure that Clinical Guidelines are implemented and to be actively involved in auditing practice in conjunction with Line Manager and practice development staff.
- To ensure that practice is evidence based and with support assist in the development of policies and protocols within the clinical area.
- To uphold high standards of nursing care, according to existing policies and standards.
- To support the Ward Managers and Modern Matron in processes of continuous quality improvement, formally evaluating standards of care and assisting in the implementation of changes in the light of such findings.
- To contribute to the health education of patients and their families, ensuring that all patients receive appropriate advice and support to maintain a healthy lifestyle.
- To actively support the implementation of the Trust nursing strategy and uphold the ethos of thelocal philosophy.
- To deliver and a high standard of evidence based care to patients.
- To challenge areas of poor practice and review trends with a view to implementing processes for improvement of recurrent themes
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical Practice:
- To account for one's own professional practice in accordance with the NMC Code of Professional Conduct
- To demonstrate clinical expertise in the care of any patients receiving treatment in the ward/ department.
- To assess, plan, implement and evaluate the needs of patients on the Ward on an ongoing basis, co-ordinating the care given by all members of the clinical team.
- To act as a resource person to others, providing accurate information, advice and support to the multidisciplinary team, nursing team, patients and their relatives.
- To ensure that accurate records are maintained reflecting both changes in the patients condition and the treatment delivered, and to ensure contemporaneous record keeping at all times and in line with the Trust policy on documentation and NMC guidance
- To ensure that patients and their relatives are updated regularly with accurate information, and ensure that this is presented in a way that they understand.
- To ensure that Clinical Guidelines are implemented and to be actively involved in auditing practice in conjunction with Line Manager and practice development staff.
- To ensure that practice is evidence based and with support assist in the development of policies and protocols within the clinical area.
- To uphold high standards of nursing care, according to existing policies and standards.
- To support the Ward Managers and Modern Matron in processes of continuous quality improvement, formally evaluating standards of care and assisting in the implementation of changes in the light of such findings.
- To contribute to the health education of patients and their families, ensuring that all patients receive appropriate advice and support to maintain a healthy lifestyle.
- To actively support the implementation of the Trust nursing strategy and uphold the ethos of thelocal philosophy.
- To deliver and a high standard of evidence based care to patients.
- To challenge areas of poor practice and review trends with a view to implementing processes for improvement of recurrent themes
Person Specification
Qualification, Experience and Skills
Essential
- 1st level Registered Nurse
- 1st Degree
- Mentorship qualification
- Demonstrate clinical expertise and any relevant expertise to the trauma/surgical speciality
- Demonstrate interest in and commitment to the professional development of others
- Experience of Managing teams/individuals and an understanding of HR processes
- Safeguarding adults and children
- Able to analyse and interpret a variety of forms of information and plan appropriate action
- Ability to organise and manage day to day departmental activities and the activities of large multidisciplinary team within this.
- Communication skills- able to relate and communicate with patients and staff at all levels and from different professions.
- Team building and working skills - able to lead a team to achieve results
- Adapts communication style as necessary
Desirable
- Leadership training
- Previous experience in leading a change process
- An understanding of nursing issues in relation to finance management
Person Specification
Qualification, Experience and Skills
Essential
- 1st level Registered Nurse
- 1st Degree
- Mentorship qualification
- Demonstrate clinical expertise and any relevant expertise to the trauma/surgical speciality
- Demonstrate interest in and commitment to the professional development of others
- Experience of Managing teams/individuals and an understanding of HR processes
- Safeguarding adults and children
- Able to analyse and interpret a variety of forms of information and plan appropriate action
- Ability to organise and manage day to day departmental activities and the activities of large multidisciplinary team within this.
- Communication skills- able to relate and communicate with patients and staff at all levels and from different professions.
- Team building and working skills - able to lead a team to achieve results
- Adapts communication style as necessary
Desirable
- Leadership training
- Previous experience in leading a change process
- An understanding of nursing issues in relation to finance management
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).
