Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced nurse to join the existing gastroenterology ward. It is a busy/fast paced unit, so experience is essential and that you are able to cope under pressure.
The post holder will be primarily based on ward 24, our in-patient ward at Doncaster Royal Infirmary. However, there may be on occasions a need to work across site.
We are searching for a dynamic, highly motivated and passionate individual committed to high quality patient care within the coronary care setting. The post holder must have a flexible approach, and be committed to delivering high standards of patient focused care; this is an essential requirement of the post. The post holder will also be required to demonstrate professional attributes, including, diversity, dealing with change, able to work autonomously and effectively within the multidisciplinary team.
The post will provide an excellent opportunity for a nurse to display excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Main duties of the job
The post holders will be responsible for supporting the Band 7 Sister with the co-ordination of the ward and leading a skilled workforce to implement changes that will see an improvement to patient pathways.
We are looking for someone who as excellent clinical and leadership skills, who can make decisions and be a role model for the nursing workforce.
The successful candidate will work within an established team of nursing staff supported closely by the Senior Team.
About us
Doncaster & Bassetlaw NHS FT is one of Yorkshire's Leading acute trusts, serving a population of more than 420,000 across South Yorkshire, North Nottinghamshire, and the surrounding areas. Our services are based over three main hospital sites employing over 6,000 colleagues.
It is our goal to give those who join Team DBTH the tools and opportunities to grow their career, so whether you spend just one year or fifty with us, it's our pledge to help youDevelop,BelongandThrive,Here.
As an organisation that supports flexible working, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to support a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.
As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage applicants from all sectors of the community, particularly from under-represented groups including those with disabilities, members of our ethnic minorities and LGBTQ+ communities.
We offer a range of benefits including:o Extensive range of learning opportunities o NHS Pension Schemeo Generous holiday entitlement commencing at 27 days holiday per year plus bank holidays (pro rata).o Comprehensive health and wellbeing supporto NHS Car Lease schemes and a range of salary sacrifice schemeo Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping and finance through external providers.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached to the advert a job description and person specification for further details. Please ensure you read both documents carefully.
Please note, if your application is successful you will be required to present original certificates of qualifications that are listed in the person specification under essential.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached to the advert a job description and person specification for further details. Please ensure you read both documents carefully.
Please note, if your application is successful you will be required to present original certificates of qualifications that are listed in the person specification under essential.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Senior Nurse with post registration and speciality experience
- Evidence of experience of taking charge or managing a caseload
- Can demonstrate the ability to undertake 24 hour responsibility for the ward / department
- Demonstrates specialist expertise underpinned by theory
- Be conversant with current professional issues related to nursing/midwifery
- Ability to provide relevant advice to junior nurses and doctors on a variety of management and clinical issues
- Fully aware of principles of infection control
- Fully aware of health and safety issues
Desirable
- Previous experience of complaints handling
- Previous experience of budgetary management
- Presentation skills to variety of audiences
Qualifications
Essential
- Current NMC registration is essential
- Provide evidence of continuous professional development, documented within CPD portfolio
- Willingness to complete ward manager development programme
- Computer literacy
Desirable
- Management /leadership qualification
- NLP training
- Educated to degree level in health related subject (or willingness to commence degree programme within 1 year in post) or be able to demonstrate equivalent level of experience &/or education, training & development
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Senior Nurse with post registration and speciality experience
- Evidence of experience of taking charge or managing a caseload
- Can demonstrate the ability to undertake 24 hour responsibility for the ward / department
- Demonstrates specialist expertise underpinned by theory
- Be conversant with current professional issues related to nursing/midwifery
- Ability to provide relevant advice to junior nurses and doctors on a variety of management and clinical issues
- Fully aware of principles of infection control
- Fully aware of health and safety issues
Desirable
- Previous experience of complaints handling
- Previous experience of budgetary management
- Presentation skills to variety of audiences
Qualifications
Essential
- Current NMC registration is essential
- Provide evidence of continuous professional development, documented within CPD portfolio
- Willingness to complete ward manager development programme
- Computer literacy
Desirable
- Management /leadership qualification
- NLP training
- Educated to degree level in health related subject (or willingness to commence degree programme within 1 year in post) or be able to demonstrate equivalent level of experience &/or education, training & development
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).
