Job summary
A rare and exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 7 Senior Sister/Charge Nurse post on the Acute Cardiac Unit.
Acute Cardiac is a busy and dynamic 14 bedded unit comprising of 8 centrally monitored and 6 telemetry beds. Our remit is wide and expanding, covering Primary PCI, Myocardial Infarction, heart failure, pacing and arrhythmia management.
The post is part-time, 0.5WTE (18.75hrs) and will compliment the existing 0.5WTE band. You will need good clinical skills and a flexible approach, including excellent team working, communication, organisational and time management skills.
If you think this job is for you, we recommend you contact us prior to applying.
For any further information, please contact Trish O'Connell, Matron for Cardiology & Dermatology) on 01793 604103 (direct line and answer phone available) or 01793 696776 (dect).
Main duties of the job
The post holder will have continuing responsibility for and provide effective nursing leadership to a team of nurses working within the 14 bedded Acute Cardiac Unit. In addition, the post holder will be required to work closely with the multi-disciplinary team in the provision of a high standard individualised patient care thus improving the patient experience.
The position encompasses a supervisory role in addition to the management of operational issues and the provision of expert health advice. Additionally, this will incorporate the provision of care to patients, their families and carers in accordance with the philosophy and standards of care within the area, ensuring that values and beliefs are upheld.
You will demonstrate continuing professional development, reflecting individual needs, the needs of the team and the needs of the organisation.
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
- Effectively lead and monitor the delivery of care to ensure the individual needs of the patients are met.
- Work seamlessly with the existing Band 7 to meet all KPIs and quality measures.
- Promote and lead the development, implementation and review of standards, policies, procedures andclinical guidelines.
- Work clinically where needed, providing care for patients and acting as a role model.
- Act as a role model promoting and demonstrating the standards of care expected and challenging poorpractice.
- Effectively lead and motivate staff in the provision of care and future service development.
- Promote evidence based clinical practice and be responsible for continuous performance within theAcute Cardiac Unit.
- Ensure clinical governance encompasses quality improvement that focuses on the fundamentals ofcare.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Effectively lead and monitor the delivery of care to ensure the individual needs of the patients are met.
- Work seamlessly with the existing Band 7 to meet all KPIs and quality measures.
- Promote and lead the development, implementation and review of standards, policies, procedures andclinical guidelines.
- Work clinically where needed, providing care for patients and acting as a role model.
- Act as a role model promoting and demonstrating the standards of care expected and challenging poorpractice.
- Effectively lead and motivate staff in the provision of care and future service development.
- Promote evidence based clinical practice and be responsible for continuous performance within theAcute Cardiac Unit.
- Ensure clinical governance encompasses quality improvement that focuses on the fundamentals ofcare.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NMC Registered nurse (level 1)
- Degree in nursing or willingness to undertake study at this level
- Relevant post graduate course in cardiology, cardiothoracic nursing or coronary care
- ECG interpretation training
Desirable
- A management or leadership qualification
- ALS instructor
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience of working within a Cardiology setting
- Excellent organisational, communication and interpersonal skills
- Demonstrates sound understanding of personal accountability
- Works well under pressure
Desirable
- Experience of project management
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NMC Registered nurse (level 1)
- Degree in nursing or willingness to undertake study at this level
- Relevant post graduate course in cardiology, cardiothoracic nursing or coronary care
- ECG interpretation training
Desirable
- A management or leadership qualification
- ALS instructor
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience of working within a Cardiology setting
- Excellent organisational, communication and interpersonal skills
- Demonstrates sound understanding of personal accountability
- Works well under pressure
Desirable
- Experience of project 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).
Employer details
Employer name
Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Marlborough Road
Swindon
SN3 6BB
Employer's website
https://www.gwh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
