Ward Nurse Treatment Centre - Band 6

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. Clinical:

• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate individualised patient care through appropriate frameworks, including safe effective arrangements for nurse-led discharge, underpinned by Trust values.
• To be competent in managing emergency situations.
• Have sound knowledge of the perioperative environment and the needs of surgical patients pre and post-operatively.
• Ensure the service continually improves to meet the needs of patients.
• Assist members of the team in the co-ordination of the clinical activities.
• Use clinical standards to participate in the process of monitoring the quality of care delivered. Act to ensure that nursing practice is of the highest standard, in line with Trust and CQC standards.
• Supply and/or administer medication safely in line with Trust medicines policy.
• Assist with the evaluation of care and initiate any action required, for example liaising with the multidisciplinary team as appropriate.
• Review the effectiveness of the nursing care provided and initiate any action that may be required.
• Investigate and report accidents, incidents and losses and provide initial support for the member of staff or patient involved, in line with Trust policy.
• Take on extra duties/responsibilities as delegated and agreed by the department/ ward manager or senior staff nurse, within their capability / limitations.

2. Professional

Maintain a professional behaviour at all times and promote a positive image of Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust at all times, in line with Trust values.

Contribute to a high quality safe working environment in which patients receive a high standard of care.

Participate in the setting of standards for nursing practice and for care involving the multi-disciplinary team.

Practice in accordance with, and aware of his/her responsibilities under, the NMC Code and other appropriate guidelines.

Understand and practice in accordance with Trust and Unit policies and procedures, and ensure they are understood and practiced by all staff.

Maintain a safe working environment recognising the health and safety requirements of patients, visitors and staff.

Ensure all strategies, policies and protocols relating to infection control are implemented and monitored and that appropriate and timely action is taken in response to ensuring the prevention of control of infection.

Protect patient confidentiality and acts according to the Data Protection Act.

Maintain clear and accurate documentation in line with unit and Trust standard.

Be aware of Clinical Governance and the impact it has on patient care.

Understand local audit processes and take opportunities to initiate local audit and participate in Trust audits locally.

Participate in the ordering and maintenance of adequate stock level in an effective manner.

Work with members of the team in implementing a quality approach to service provision, in line with Trust quality care standards.

Report all complaints, incidents or accidents to the Nurse in charge and take appropriate action.

Work shift patterns and weekends to suit the needs of service delivery.

3. Education and Development

Be responsible for, and demonstrate personal professional development, maintain up to date clinical skills and ensure mandatory training is always current.

Be aware of current developments within the nursing profession and within the NHS.

Participate in team and ward meetings.

Participate in research projects and clinical audits.

Assist in ongoing development of the ward as a positive learning environment.

Ensure own appraisal is always in date and personal development plan is completed.

Work in a supportive way with learners and HCAS/MSWs, providing knowledge and feedback as required.

Participate in local teaching sessions.

4. Management and leadership

• Manage a group of patients, in line with level of experience.
• Lead a clinical shift safely and effectively and be a role model to all staff members.
• Supervise under the direction of the Sister/Charge Nurse, the work of unqualified staff.
• Have an understanding of HR policies and procedures.
• Manage the ward/department in the absence of the Band 7 nurses.
• Demonstrate effective time management and prioritisation of workload.
• Take an active role in the induction and orientation of new staff.
• Take responsibility for the teaching and education of pre and post registration students acting as a preceptor or mentor as appropriate.
• Demonstrate leadership and teaching skills in the supervision development and feedback of junior staff.
• Demonstrate procedures and supervise junior staff and students in the practice of new skills.
• Have an awareness of cost implications and assist in the management of resources within the clinical area e.g. equipment, supplies.

5. Communication and relationship building

Know and utilise Trust values in all working relationships to patients, carers and staff.

Demonstrate good leadership skills and ensure that communication is effective between the patient, relatives and members of the multidisciplinary team, and ensure appropriate nursing input into patient care discussions.

Ensure communication is used effectively in the interests of patient care, including the use of clinical incident reporting if necessary.

Communicate handover of care in a professional manner.

Demonstrate politeness, courtesy and sensitivity in dealing with patients/clients, visitors/relatives and colleagues, maintaining good customer relations and recognising individuality and rights for each patient in line with Trust values.

Work cohesively with all members of the ward team in ensuring that the very best services to patients are provided at all times.

Ensure all communication is presented appropriately to the different recipients, according to levels of understanding, type of communication being imparted and possible barriers such as language, culture, understanding or physical or mental health conditions

Work effectively within a diverse team.

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Person Specification

Essential

Essential

• Registered Nurse
• Evidence of recent and ongoing professional development
• Substantial experience working on a surgical ward/perioperative environment

Desirable

• Mentorship/practice assessor
• Post qualification in relevant area

Experience

Essential

• Post registration experience in a surgical setting
• Proven clinical experience in relevant area
• Experience with acutely ill patients
• Evidence with teaching and assessing
• General Management Skills

Skills and knowledge

Essential

• Proven clinical skills in relevant area
• Demonstrates a genuine interest and has awareness of issues within speciality
• Evidence of self-development within speciality
• Knowledge of NMC Code
• Aware of current nursing and NHS issues
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
• Evidence of working cooperatively in a multi-disciplinary team
• Ability to form excellent interpersonal relationships
• Knowledge and understanding of confidentiality
• Ability to make decisions, organise and prioritise
• Ability to work with minimal supervision

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital

369 Fulham Road

London

SW10 9NH

Employer's website

https://www.chelwest.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)