Sister/ Charge Nurse - Palm Ward
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Job summary
This position will not be supported for visa sponsorship. All applicants are expected to have valid right to work document to work in the UK when applying for this position.
Our division has an exciting opportunity for a passionate and driven individual to join the senior nursing team on Palm, our Respiratory Ward.
Working with the Ward manager and Matron, the post holder will need to demonstrate the ability to lead on the safe and prioritised care of patients with a range of respiratory conditions. The post holder will provide the highest standard of nursing care to patients and audit the service provided. The Respiratory ward is the largest inpatient area within the hospital, offering specialist care and various non-invasive respiratory support therapies to patients.
Main duties of the job
The ideal candidate will provide effective leadership and be an enthusiastic, motivated, experienced nurse who is able to make a positive difference to the team. Training and development is available within the ward environment, however, you must have experience at Band 5 within an acute respiratory setting, possess excellent communication and documentation skills and an understanding of the impact of acute and chronic Respiratory conditions have upon a patients and families.
We have a strong focus on innovation and improvement to deliver the best care possible to our patients and work closely with all members of the multi professional team. As the ward team is multidisciplinary and crosses professional boundaries, you would be encouraged to undertake the learning of specialist skills and knowledge, be part of the development of a Respiratory Support Unit and other expanding respiratory services working to enhance and improve the care we deliver to our patients.
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.
We are dedicated to using our Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) approach as our shared organisation model of change to enhance our services and ensure excellence in patient care.
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.
Details
Date posted
21 August 2024
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£39,205 to £47,084 a year per annum incl fringe rate
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
Sister/Charge Nurse
Job locations
Darent Valley Hospital
Darenth wood road
Dartford
DA2 8DA
Employer details
Employer name
Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust
Address
Darent Valley Hospital
Darenth wood road
Dartford
DA2 8DA
Employer's website
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