Job summary
We are looking to enhance our Band 6 senior nursing team on Acute Medical Unit (AMU).
This is an exciting opportunity if you are a Band 5 working in the field of acute medicine and want to take that step into the role of a Band 6 Sister /Charge Nurse. You will work closely with the Emergency Department, MAU and Site Team as well as the other wards and departments across the organisation.
The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the Senior Sister/Manager in providing effective nursing leadership supporting a team of nurses ensuring the Nursing & Midwifery Council (NMC) code of conduct is at the forefront of the team's nursing care.
Main duties of the job
1. Act as a clinical expert in their area of practice.2. Take charge in absence of Senior Sister/Charge Nurse.3. Participate in the delivery of care to ensure the individual needs of the patients are met.4. Promote the development, implementation and review of standards policies, procedures and clinical guidelines.5. Assist in effectively leading and motivating staff in the provision of care and future service development.6. Promote evidence based clinical practice and assist the Senior Sister/Charge Nurse in performanceimprovement within the unit.7. Act as a Link Nurse resource for a specified clinical area and disseminate information to the rest of the team8. Act as a resource in nursing practice throughout the specialities.9. Participate in the development and implementation of multi-disciplinary integrated care pathways for patients.10. Assist in the effective leadership within the clinical area.
About us
"Our STAR values - Service, Teamwork, Ambition and Respect - are a golden thread running through everything we do. These values serve as a guiding principle, driving us towards our vision of delivering great joined up services to our local community. Whether at home, in the community, or within the hospital, our goal is to empower individuals to lead independent and healthier lives."
Job description
Job responsibilities
11. Demonstrate up to date knowledge and understanding of current issues and priorities that effectNational, Trust and Directorate wide healthcare, to facilitate clear leadership and direction.12. Participate in the organisational and strategic development of the clinical area.13. Work closely with the Senior Nurse/Charge Nurse in implementing the Trust Clinical Governance and Nursing Strategy.14. Act as a Bleep-holder in accordance with the Directorate and Trust guidelines.15. Attend Sisters meetings and other relevant Trust-wide meetings in the absence of the Senior Sister.16. Ensure monthly 1-1s are maintained with the Senior Sister to ensure accuracy of information.17. Participate in multi-disciplinary team meetings as directed by Senior Sister.18. The Junior Sister/Charge Nurse will ensure that audit and research is integral to their role.19. Assist in leading and developing clinical audit and research to promote evidence based practice.20. Assist in the collection and evaluation of data to demonstrate outcomes from nurse led initiatives.21. Participate in initiating changes identified at clinical audit.
Please see attached JD for full responsibilities.
Job description
Job responsibilities
11. Demonstrate up to date knowledge and understanding of current issues and priorities that effectNational, Trust and Directorate wide healthcare, to facilitate clear leadership and direction.12. Participate in the organisational and strategic development of the clinical area.13. Work closely with the Senior Nurse/Charge Nurse in implementing the Trust Clinical Governance and Nursing Strategy.14. Act as a Bleep-holder in accordance with the Directorate and Trust guidelines.15. Attend Sisters meetings and other relevant Trust-wide meetings in the absence of the Senior Sister.16. Ensure monthly 1-1s are maintained with the Senior Sister to ensure accuracy of information.17. Participate in multi-disciplinary team meetings as directed by Senior Sister.18. The Junior Sister/Charge Nurse will ensure that audit and research is integral to their role.19. Assist in leading and developing clinical audit and research to promote evidence based practice.20. Assist in the collection and evaluation of data to demonstrate outcomes from nurse led initiatives.21. Participate in initiating changes identified at clinical audit.
Please see attached JD for full responsibilities.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NMC 1st Level registration qualification
- A teaching qualification
- Evidence of post registration development
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
- Diploma/Degree qualification
- Leadership qualification
Experience
Essential
- Excellent organisational, communication and interpersonal skills
- Demonstrates sound understanding of personal accountability
- Time management and prioritisation skills
- Shows initiative, able to think positively and stimulate a productive team climate
Desirable
- To have an awareness of up to date trust projects and issues
Knowledge
Essential
- Significant post registration experience
- Recent acute medical or surgical experience
- Experience in leading, supporting and developing a team
- Evidence of managing and improving the patient experience
Desirable
- An understanding of the structure for the delivery for Community and social care services
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NMC 1st Level registration qualification
- A teaching qualification
- Evidence of post registration development
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
- Diploma/Degree qualification
- Leadership qualification
Experience
Essential
- Excellent organisational, communication and interpersonal skills
- Demonstrates sound understanding of personal accountability
- Time management and prioritisation skills
- Shows initiative, able to think positively and stimulate a productive team climate
Desirable
- To have an awareness of up to date trust projects and issues
Knowledge
Essential
- Significant post registration experience
- Recent acute medical or surgical experience
- Experience in leading, supporting and developing a team
- Evidence of managing and improving the patient experience
Desirable
- An understanding of the structure for the delivery for Community and social care services
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).
