Job summary
Junior Sister
Band 6
Short Stay Ward - Lyd
An exciting opportunity has arisen on Short Stay Ward for a Band 6, Junior Sister. We are seeking an enthusiastic person to join our team.
Short Stay Ward is a 22 bed ward, taking patients direct from the MAU for a 72 hour admission. We need a well-motivated, positive, enthusiastic, forward thinking member of staff to complement the nursing team. We work closely with members of multidisciplinary team. You will need excellent communication skills, be a good team player, have an interest in medicine and be flexible to respond to the needs of the service.
For informal visit or more information please contact Andrea Smith Ward Manager, Lyd Short Stay Ward via 01752 432713.
***Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as 'Priority' and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon who are able to display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification.***
Main duties of the job
Job Purpose:
To support the Ward Manager to provide Clinical Nurse Management, leadership and expertise in all aspects of service delivery within sphere of responsibility.
The post holder, with support from the Ward Manager, will ensure that high standards are developed, implemented, and maintained, by ensuring clinical development of all staff within the department.
To lead by example, acting as a role model to all members of the nursing team, leading care teams and creating a positive learning environment.
About us
We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY. If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment team on 01752 432100. We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.
Job description
Job responsibilities
PRIMARY DUTIES & AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY
Continuing responsibility for the assessment of care needs and setting standards by:
- Organising the department team to provide individualised patient care by utilising skill mix appropriately within the available resources in the absence of the Ward Manager.
- Ensuring staff work within national and locally agreed policies and procedures.
- Assisting in the compilation, implementation and evaluation of philosophies of care, ensuring support for the patient and his/her family and all staff members.
- Assisting in the implementation of policies such as Essence of Care, as per Trust/National guidelines
- Developing programmes of education for all staff and ensuring best utilisation of educational resources.
- Effecting change in order to meet changing patient need.
- Ensuring all staff are appraised annually with appropriate reviews.
Maintain a safe working environment, ensuring high standards and safe practice are maintained by:
- Teaching staff to understand their responsibilities e.g. environmental cleanliness, maintenance and use of all equipment within clinical setting
- Monitoring incidents, accidents and complaints and participating in corrective action and the monitoring of outcomes.
- Adhering to the guidelines of the Health & Safety at Work Act.
- Utilisation of Trust Risk Assessment documentation, to ensure that Health & Safety / Clinical risk issues are identified / actioned in the ward area.
Management of the area, including the deployment and supervision of staff, to ensure that Trust, Divisional and Directorate Policies and Procedures are carried out correctly by:
- Assisting in the planning of off-duty rotas to make effective use of staff..
- Recording and maintaining staff attendance records, managing and monitoring sickness and absenteeism in accordance with Trust Policy.
- Carrying out agreed procedures for the appraisal and counselling of staff.
- Assisting the ward Manager in the recruitment, selection and retention up to and including band 5 level.
Establish and maintain effective communication channels within and outside the Department by:
- Leading the establishment of a teamwork philosophy, empowering others to take part in the decision making process.
- Maintain good relationships between all members of staff, thus developing professionalism through the unit.
- Ensure good communication both verbally and via formal documentation with all members of the nursing and multidisciplinary team.
- Work in partnership with the patient and family and other health care professionals in care planning.
- Accept responsibility; be aware and able to locate all policies relating to good working practice within the clinical area and able to adhere to both by self and colleagues, and to challenge staff about their location.
- Ensure carers/family and visitors are aware of policies, standards/guidelines relevant to the patients care or clinical area.
- Playing an active role in the integration of Patient and Public Involvement.
of development needs of team members by:
- Ensuring that all new members of the team have a designated Mentor and participate in the induction and education of all new members of the team.
- Ensuring that all staff have an annual appraisal that includes a personal development plan relevant to their particular needs.
- Leading programmes to support staff in meeting PREP requirements.
- Lead the educational programme of all staff, including students. Close liaison with the Practice Development Department, offering practical and clinical guidance and attending lectures and meetings as required.
- Constantly updating ones own knowledge, recognising the importance of a critical approach to research and developments in nursing.
- Assist in the implementation of Improving Working Lives on the ward, with guidance from Human Resources and as per Trust Policy
- Work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team and participate in the induction of locum staff to ward policies and routine
KEY WORKING RELATIONSHIPS
- Patients & their support network
- Modern Matron
- Ward Sisters/Charge Nurses within the Trust
- The chief nurse and members of the Department of Clinical Management
- Directorate Manager
- Clinical Director
- Consultants in area of responsibility
- Educational staff
- Clinical Nurse Specialists, Nurse Consultants, Nurse Practitioners
- All other Departments and Units concerned with supporting patient care and staff management
- External Agencies
Job description
Job responsibilities
PRIMARY DUTIES & AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY
Continuing responsibility for the assessment of care needs and setting standards by:
- Organising the department team to provide individualised patient care by utilising skill mix appropriately within the available resources in the absence of the Ward Manager.
- Ensuring staff work within national and locally agreed policies and procedures.
- Assisting in the compilation, implementation and evaluation of philosophies of care, ensuring support for the patient and his/her family and all staff members.
- Assisting in the implementation of policies such as Essence of Care, as per Trust/National guidelines
- Developing programmes of education for all staff and ensuring best utilisation of educational resources.
- Effecting change in order to meet changing patient need.
- Ensuring all staff are appraised annually with appropriate reviews.
Maintain a safe working environment, ensuring high standards and safe practice are maintained by:
- Teaching staff to understand their responsibilities e.g. environmental cleanliness, maintenance and use of all equipment within clinical setting
- Monitoring incidents, accidents and complaints and participating in corrective action and the monitoring of outcomes.
- Adhering to the guidelines of the Health & Safety at Work Act.
- Utilisation of Trust Risk Assessment documentation, to ensure that Health & Safety / Clinical risk issues are identified / actioned in the ward area.
Management of the area, including the deployment and supervision of staff, to ensure that Trust, Divisional and Directorate Policies and Procedures are carried out correctly by:
- Assisting in the planning of off-duty rotas to make effective use of staff..
- Recording and maintaining staff attendance records, managing and monitoring sickness and absenteeism in accordance with Trust Policy.
- Carrying out agreed procedures for the appraisal and counselling of staff.
- Assisting the ward Manager in the recruitment, selection and retention up to and including band 5 level.
Establish and maintain effective communication channels within and outside the Department by:
- Leading the establishment of a teamwork philosophy, empowering others to take part in the decision making process.
- Maintain good relationships between all members of staff, thus developing professionalism through the unit.
- Ensure good communication both verbally and via formal documentation with all members of the nursing and multidisciplinary team.
- Work in partnership with the patient and family and other health care professionals in care planning.
- Accept responsibility; be aware and able to locate all policies relating to good working practice within the clinical area and able to adhere to both by self and colleagues, and to challenge staff about their location.
- Ensure carers/family and visitors are aware of policies, standards/guidelines relevant to the patients care or clinical area.
- Playing an active role in the integration of Patient and Public Involvement.
of development needs of team members by:
- Ensuring that all new members of the team have a designated Mentor and participate in the induction and education of all new members of the team.
- Ensuring that all staff have an annual appraisal that includes a personal development plan relevant to their particular needs.
- Leading programmes to support staff in meeting PREP requirements.
- Lead the educational programme of all staff, including students. Close liaison with the Practice Development Department, offering practical and clinical guidance and attending lectures and meetings as required.
- Constantly updating ones own knowledge, recognising the importance of a critical approach to research and developments in nursing.
- Assist in the implementation of Improving Working Lives on the ward, with guidance from Human Resources and as per Trust Policy
- Work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team and participate in the induction of locum staff to ward policies and routine
KEY WORKING RELATIONSHIPS
- Patients & their support network
- Modern Matron
- Ward Sisters/Charge Nurses within the Trust
- The chief nurse and members of the Department of Clinical Management
- Directorate Manager
- Clinical Director
- Consultants in area of responsibility
- Educational staff
- Clinical Nurse Specialists, Nurse Consultants, Nurse Practitioners
- All other Departments and Units concerned with supporting patient care and staff management
- External Agencies
Person Specification
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Demonstrable experience at taking charge of a ward
- Demonstrable leadership experience / skills of the speciality
Desirable
Qualifications
Essential
- NMC Registration
- Diploma in Health related subject or equivalent or the willingness to undertake
Desirable
Aptitude and Abilities
Essential
- Excellent organisational skills
- Ability to work collaboratively and engage relevant stakeholders for the progression of the service,
Person Specification
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Demonstrable experience at taking charge of a ward
- Demonstrable leadership experience / skills of the speciality
Desirable
Qualifications
Essential
- NMC Registration
- Diploma in Health related subject or equivalent or the willingness to undertake
Desirable
Aptitude and Abilities
Essential
- Excellent organisational skills
- Ability to work collaboratively and engage relevant stakeholders for the progression of the service,
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).
