Job summary
We are looking for a Senior Sister/Senior Charge Nurse for Maple Ward:
Maple is our designated trauma Orthopaedic ward.
The ward has 30 beds; including 5 single rooms.
You will be supported by 3 Sisters (Band 6).
Trauma orthopaedic patients follow the Trauma Pathway and the ward is supported by our Perioperative older people team (POPS).
The Ortho-geriatric Team supports the ward in regards to the Trauma patients
The unit is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Your role generally will be weekdays only from 09.00-17.00. You will be supported by your peers from other surgical wards and by the Matron in regards to your understanding our care pathways, documentation, Trust processes and systems of work.
We offer you a supportive environment in which you can enhance your clinical skills and management skills, and includes many training opportunities (e.g. Management, and degree courses as required). What we would like from you is enthusiasm, compassion, professionalism and dedication. You take responsibility for your own actions, ensuring high standards of care with an eye for detail.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will carry the continuing responsibility throughout the 24-hour period for theassessment of care needs, the development of programmes of care and the setting of standards of care.
They will also carry continuous responsibility for the management of the ward, includingdeployment of nursing staff and teaching of learners.
About us
We are committed to being an inclusive and diverse employer. We strive to employ people who reflect the communities we serve, and aim to create an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential. Whatever your race, ethnicity, belief, generation, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, disability or experience, you'll appreciate the opportunities we give you to work in an inclusive atmosphere. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences to build on the progress we've achieved to make our Trust diverse and the best place to work. We celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that help us overcome challenges and embrace new possibilities. We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant Pledge and have a commitment to the Armed Forces Community.
If you are considering applying for a role, please be aware that as an NHS Employee you may have contact with vulnerable service users. We strongly encourage that all our staff are vaccinated against COVID-19 and are vaccinated annually against Flu, in order to protect the health and safety of our staff and patients. Your commitment will help us to put the safety and care of our patients first, as well as helping us to protect you and your colleagues.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical Responsibilities:
Co-ordinate the provision of patient care throughout the 24-hour period and ensure that there is effective communication within the ward, liaison with medical staff and other disciplines and services.
Be responsible for the assessment of patients care needs and the development, implementation and evaluation of research based programmes of care, ensuring that these comply with all policies and guidelines as laid down by the Dartford & Gravesham NHS Trust and all legal/statutory requirements.
Ensure that all nursing records and documents are completed accurately and legibly by self and team, in order to meet the Dartford & Gravesham NHS Trust and legal requirements.
Please see attached job description for more information.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical Responsibilities:
Co-ordinate the provision of patient care throughout the 24-hour period and ensure that there is effective communication within the ward, liaison with medical staff and other disciplines and services.
Be responsible for the assessment of patients care needs and the development, implementation and evaluation of research based programmes of care, ensuring that these comply with all policies and guidelines as laid down by the Dartford & Gravesham NHS Trust and all legal/statutory requirements.
Ensure that all nursing records and documents are completed accurately and legibly by self and team, in order to meet the Dartford & Gravesham NHS Trust and legal requirements.
Please see attached job description for more information.
Person Specification
Education and Training
Essential
- Registered Nurse/Degree level qualification
- ENB998/practice assessor course/student mentorship course
- Evidence of continuous practice Development
Desirable
- Degree or working towards a degree.
- A recognised course within speciality
- Research evidence
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Promote leadership skills
- IT Skills
- Human Resource Skills
- Able to communication sensitively and empathetically
- Excellent written and verbal communication and record keeping skills
- Able to prioritise work effectively and excellent time management skills
- Able to demonstrate use of initiative both interpersonally and clinically
- Able to work autonomously or as part of a team
Desirable
- Knowledge and research within specific specialty
Experience
Essential
- Experience as a Band 6 Sister within a general surgical ward setting or equivalent
Desirable
- Experience with the Surgical Enhanced Recovery Program
- Experience with productive ward
- Experience with recruitment
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Recognised management course (or prepared to undertake)
- Experience with following up on Incident Reporting
Desirable
- Experience with Budgetary management at the ward level
- Experience in dealing with complaints
- Experience with the appraisal process
Person Specification
Education and Training
Essential
- Registered Nurse/Degree level qualification
- ENB998/practice assessor course/student mentorship course
- Evidence of continuous practice Development
Desirable
- Degree or working towards a degree.
- A recognised course within speciality
- Research evidence
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Promote leadership skills
- IT Skills
- Human Resource Skills
- Able to communication sensitively and empathetically
- Excellent written and verbal communication and record keeping skills
- Able to prioritise work effectively and excellent time management skills
- Able to demonstrate use of initiative both interpersonally and clinically
- Able to work autonomously or as part of a team
Desirable
- Knowledge and research within specific specialty
Experience
Essential
- Experience as a Band 6 Sister within a general surgical ward setting or equivalent
Desirable
- Experience with the Surgical Enhanced Recovery Program
- Experience with productive ward
- Experience with recruitment
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Recognised management course (or prepared to undertake)
- Experience with following up on Incident Reporting
Desirable
- Experience with Budgetary management at the ward level
- Experience in dealing with complaints
- Experience with the appraisal process
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).
