Job summary
The post holder will be responsible for the provision and delivery of care to care of the elderly patients on a 26 Bedded ward. The post holder will be responsible for the effective and efficient operational management of the department/ward; including budget control, clinical governance, staff development and training. The post holder will be expected to provide professional leadership within the clinical area and provide direction and inspirational leadership to all members of the multi-disciplinary team within the area for which they are accountable for. The post holder will be involved in the development of protocols / guidelines and patient information.
Main duties of the job
Lead the ward/Department team and build successful links between key professionals to support and promote effective multi-disciplinary team working.
Manage the department nursing staff, ensuring the patients receive high quality clinical care and a good patient experience, having regard for their customs, religious beliefs and doctrines.
Be wholly accountable for his / her practice in line with the NMC code of professional conduct and takes every reasonable opportunity to sustain and improve his / her knowledge and professional competence
Communicate effectively and efficiently and liaise with other members of the multi- disciplinary team to ensure that patients receive seamless care within the trust.
Act as a professional nurse leader and role model to the staff. To apply clinical skills of the highest standard and to take a proactive approach to the development of clinical competence in self and others.
About us
Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain's leading healthcare providers.
The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.
Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.
We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s bellow.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s bellow.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NMC Registration as an Adult Nurse
- Mentorship course/SSSA qualification
Desirable
- Evidence of ongoing professional development and training
Experience
Essential
- Significant Experience at Band 6 Level
- Experience in staff / practice development including undertaking appraisals and Personal development plans
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of Clinical governance and its implications in nursing practice
- Knowledge of rostering management, sickness management and recruitment strategy
Skills
Essential
- Able to work in a changing environment and to actively support / promote planned change
- Can demonstrate an approachable and friendly enthusiastic and professional manner
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NMC Registration as an Adult Nurse
- Mentorship course/SSSA qualification
Desirable
- Evidence of ongoing professional development and training
Experience
Essential
- Significant Experience at Band 6 Level
- Experience in staff / practice development including undertaking appraisals and Personal development plans
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of Clinical governance and its implications in nursing practice
- Knowledge of rostering management, sickness management and recruitment strategy
Skills
Essential
- Able to work in a changing environment and to actively support / promote planned change
- Can demonstrate an approachable and friendly enthusiastic and professional manner
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).
