Job summary
Come and join our team at this extremely exciting time as we have now moved into our new Adult Emergency Department and our new Children's Emergency Unit .
Our Emergency department provides assessment, diagnosis and treatment for patients with emergency conditions, serious injuries or illnesses as well as minor injuries. It is a very busy department, with 78,000 patients being treated in the past 12 months. We are looking for an experienced Emergency Nurses/Paramedic to join our dynamic and supportive team as Sister or Charge Nurse to help us to further develop our services and provide the highest standards of patient care.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be responsible for supporting the Senior Sister/Charge Nurse 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. In addition, the post holder will be required to work closely with the multi-disciplinary team in the provision of a high standard of individualised patient care, thus improving the patient experience. The position supports a clinical role in addition to assisting in the management of operational issues. The post will incorporate the provision of care to patients, their families and carers' in accordance with the philosophy and standards of care within the clinical area; in line with Trust policies and procedures, ensuring that values and beliefs are upheld.
Additionally, 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
The Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (GWH) is an ambitious organisation, motivated to provide consistently high quality services to our patients. Our staff report that our organisation is a friendly and supportive one to work within and we currently hold some of the highest levels of staff engagement within the region.
As a Sister/Charge Nurse you will be responsible for providing effective nursing leadership to a team of nurses working within the Emergency Department. You will be expected to take charge of the department, coordinating the day to day activities with will provide you with the opportunity to develop your managerial and shift leader skills.
The successful applicant will be required to work and manage all areas within the department and demonstrate a professional manner, clinical expertise with good communication skills in all aspects of their work. You must be comfortable working in a busy environment juggling the different demands typical of a nursing role like this and must possess the courage to do what is right for our patients.
As committed as you will be to doing the best for your patients, we are just as committed to helping you to get the most out of your role. This is an exciting time of change within the department, with a new senior team in place, and a number of new initiatives underway, including a Development Programme for all staff with clear training and continuing professional development plans, and the joint working with the front door departments.
We will offer you the support, guidance, training and opportunities to develop at whatever stage in your career you are so you can make the best contribution you can.
Please see full Job description and personal specification attached.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (GWH) is an ambitious organisation, motivated to provide consistently high quality services to our patients. Our staff report that our organisation is a friendly and supportive one to work within and we currently hold some of the highest levels of staff engagement within the region.
As a Sister/Charge Nurse you will be responsible for providing effective nursing leadership to a team of nurses working within the Emergency Department. You will be expected to take charge of the department, coordinating the day to day activities with will provide you with the opportunity to develop your managerial and shift leader skills.
The successful applicant will be required to work and manage all areas within the department and demonstrate a professional manner, clinical expertise with good communication skills in all aspects of their work. You must be comfortable working in a busy environment juggling the different demands typical of a nursing role like this and must possess the courage to do what is right for our patients.
As committed as you will be to doing the best for your patients, we are just as committed to helping you to get the most out of your role. This is an exciting time of change within the department, with a new senior team in place, and a number of new initiatives underway, including a Development Programme for all staff with clear training and continuing professional development plans, and the joint working with the front door departments.
We will offer you the support, guidance, training and opportunities to develop at whatever stage in your career you are so you can make the best contribution you can.
Please see full Job description and personal specification attached.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NMC 1st Level registration qualification/HCPC registration
- Mentorship course
- Completed university level - Mastering Emergency care course
- Evidence of continuing professional development
- Completed and able to evidence Emergency Nurse (Level 1) National competency framework
- PILS/ILS
- Level 1 Trauma Course
- Level 3 Adult/Child Safeguarding
Desirable
- Diploma/Degree qualification
- Leadership Course
- ALS/EPALS/APLS
- Level 2 trauma course
- Completed and able to evidence Emergency Nurse (Level 2) National competency framework
Experience
Essential
- Significant demonstrable experience of skills in all areas of the emergency department
- Demonstrates sound understanding of personal accountability
- Ability to prioritise own workload
Desirable
- To have an awareness of up to date trust projects and issues
Knowledge
Essential
- Excellent organisational, communication and interpersonal skills
- Leadership and management skills, calm, reliable and punctual
- Team leader with ability to motivate and organise others
- Ability to use own initiative
- Evidence of managing and improving the patient experience.
Desirable
- Ability to direct junior staff and ensure the smooth running of the department
Other Job-Related Requirements
Essential
- Awareness of government targets
- Highly motivated
- Committed
- Flexible
- Willing to work in other areas of the Trust or Trust-wide as and when required to do so
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NMC 1st Level registration qualification/HCPC registration
- Mentorship course
- Completed university level - Mastering Emergency care course
- Evidence of continuing professional development
- Completed and able to evidence Emergency Nurse (Level 1) National competency framework
- PILS/ILS
- Level 1 Trauma Course
- Level 3 Adult/Child Safeguarding
Desirable
- Diploma/Degree qualification
- Leadership Course
- ALS/EPALS/APLS
- Level 2 trauma course
- Completed and able to evidence Emergency Nurse (Level 2) National competency framework
Experience
Essential
- Significant demonstrable experience of skills in all areas of the emergency department
- Demonstrates sound understanding of personal accountability
- Ability to prioritise own workload
Desirable
- To have an awareness of up to date trust projects and issues
Knowledge
Essential
- Excellent organisational, communication and interpersonal skills
- Leadership and management skills, calm, reliable and punctual
- Team leader with ability to motivate and organise others
- Ability to use own initiative
- Evidence of managing and improving the patient experience.
Desirable
- Ability to direct junior staff and ensure the smooth running of the department
Other Job-Related Requirements
Essential
- Awareness of government targets
- Highly motivated
- Committed
- Flexible
- Willing to work in other areas of the Trust or Trust-wide as and when required to do so
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).
