Job summary
To provide expert, holistic care of a high standard to both patients and their relatives at The Princess Alexandra Hospital
To take direct managerial responsibility for the clinical area in the absence or as delegated by the Senior Sister / Charge Nurse / Head of Department
To assist in the leadership and development of an identified group of nurses within the ward / department complement
To act as a clinical resource with the ward and across the care directorate as necessary
To act as a positive role model to junior staff members. Particular emphasis is put at The Princess Alexandra Hospital on the need to ensure that all staff recognise their responsibility to deliver services in a high quality, courteous, patient focused manner and to maintain patient confidentiality at all times
Main duties of the job
To assess, plan, implement and evaluate the needs of patients on the ward / department on an ongoing basis, co-ordinating the care given by all members of the clinical team
To act as a resource person to others, providing accurate information, advice and support the multidisciplinary team, patients and their relatives
To ensure that accurate records are maintained reflecting both changes in the patients condition and treatment delivered
To ensure that patients and their relatives are updated regularly with accurate information and ensure that it is presented in a way that they understand
To ensure that Clinical Guidelines are implemented and to be actively involved in auditing practice in conjunction with line manager and the practice development team
To support the Ward Managers / Department Leaders / Matron / Heads of Nursing and Associate Directors of Nursing in the process of continuous quality improvement, formally evaluating standards of care and assisting in the implementation of changes in the light of such findings
To contribute to the health education of patients and their families, ensuring that all patients receive appropriate advice and support to maintain a healthy lifestyle
About us
The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust (PAHT) is proud to care for the communities of West Essex, delivering safe, compassionate, and high-quality services. We are part of the Neighbourhood Wave; a national programme thats changing how care is delivered by focusing on prevention, early support, and more joined-up services across health, social care, and the voluntary sector.
This means were working more closely with local partners to bring care closer to home and support people to live healthier, more independent lives.
Were a supportive and inclusive organisation that values its people. We offer development opportunities, flexible working, and a strong focus on wellbeing. As a Disability Confident and equal opportunities employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences.
Join us and help shape the future of care in West Essex.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main duties of the job
Clinical Practice
- To assess, plan, implement and evaluate the needs of patients on the ward / department on an ongoing basis, co-ordinating the care given by all members of the clinical team
- To act as a resource person to others, providing accurate information, advice and support the multidisciplinary team, patients and their relatives
- To ensure that accurate records are maintained reflecting both changes in the patient’s condition and treatment delivered
- To ensure that patients and their relatives are updated regularly with accurate information and ensure that it is presented in a way that they understand
- To ensure that Clinical Guidelines are implemented and to be actively involved in auditing practice in conjunction with line manager and the practice development team
- To support the Ward Managers / Department Leaders / Matron / Heads of Nursing and Associate Directors of Nursing in the process of continuous quality improvement, formally evaluating standards of care and assisting in the implementation of changes in the light of such findings
- To contribute to the health education of patients and their families, ensuring that all patients receive appropriate advice and support to maintain a healthy lifestyle
Education and Research
- To act as a mentor to junior staff members, responsible for orientation, supervision and ongoing development of junior and student nurses in conjunction with the departmental manager and relevant practice education team
- To act as a preceptor, responsible for completing competency documents for junior staff within agreed timeframes
- To act as a practice supervisor and practice assessor to nursing students undertaking further education as requested and required. Ensuring a positive learning experience and facilitating the development of their clinical skills
- To contribute to the wider educational activities within the directorate – ensuring attendance at and contributing to the delivery of educational activities within the directorate
- To promote and encourage the application of research and evidence based practice
- To participate in any research projects conducted in the clinical area as appropriate
Management
- To contribute positively towards the delivery of a cost effective service, adjusting staffing levels to meet demand and assisting the ward manager to keep within agreed resources
- To assist with the ongoing organisation of the ward / department, co-ordinating activities of the clinical area
- To liaise with the MDT, Bed managers and site managers to ensure optimal bed usage at all times, facilitating timely admission and discharge if patients
- To act as a team leader to an identified group of staff, monitoring and documenting the development of their clinical skills
- To develop own skills in recruitment and retention, sickness management and performance manager as determined by the line manager
- To actively support the process of patient safety and quality – ensuring incidents are reported appropriately and helping identify ways of preventing errors and accidents to both patients and staff
- To actively promote patient experience, assisting in resolving (informal) complaints and supporting the ward / departmental manager to investigate formal complaints
- To assist with the monitoring of stock levels of clinical stores and technical equipment, resolving any shortfall as appropriate
- To maintain standards of hygiene and cleanliness within the clinical area, taking appropriate action to remedy the situation appropriately and escalating deficits to the ward / departmental manager / matron as appropriate
- To communicate varied and complicated information (verbally and in writing) in a way that is understood and gets the important facts across
- To resolve local problems / conflicts, keeping managers / others informed and maintaining positive team dynamics across the ward / department at all times
- To take a leadership role in crisis situations, resolving problems across the directorate as necessary
- To attend and contribute to departmental meetings as required
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main duties of the job
Clinical Practice
- To assess, plan, implement and evaluate the needs of patients on the ward / department on an ongoing basis, co-ordinating the care given by all members of the clinical team
- To act as a resource person to others, providing accurate information, advice and support the multidisciplinary team, patients and their relatives
- To ensure that accurate records are maintained reflecting both changes in the patient’s condition and treatment delivered
- To ensure that patients and their relatives are updated regularly with accurate information and ensure that it is presented in a way that they understand
- To ensure that Clinical Guidelines are implemented and to be actively involved in auditing practice in conjunction with line manager and the practice development team
- To support the Ward Managers / Department Leaders / Matron / Heads of Nursing and Associate Directors of Nursing in the process of continuous quality improvement, formally evaluating standards of care and assisting in the implementation of changes in the light of such findings
- To contribute to the health education of patients and their families, ensuring that all patients receive appropriate advice and support to maintain a healthy lifestyle
Education and Research
- To act as a mentor to junior staff members, responsible for orientation, supervision and ongoing development of junior and student nurses in conjunction with the departmental manager and relevant practice education team
- To act as a preceptor, responsible for completing competency documents for junior staff within agreed timeframes
- To act as a practice supervisor and practice assessor to nursing students undertaking further education as requested and required. Ensuring a positive learning experience and facilitating the development of their clinical skills
- To contribute to the wider educational activities within the directorate – ensuring attendance at and contributing to the delivery of educational activities within the directorate
- To promote and encourage the application of research and evidence based practice
- To participate in any research projects conducted in the clinical area as appropriate
Management
- To contribute positively towards the delivery of a cost effective service, adjusting staffing levels to meet demand and assisting the ward manager to keep within agreed resources
- To assist with the ongoing organisation of the ward / department, co-ordinating activities of the clinical area
- To liaise with the MDT, Bed managers and site managers to ensure optimal bed usage at all times, facilitating timely admission and discharge if patients
- To act as a team leader to an identified group of staff, monitoring and documenting the development of their clinical skills
- To develop own skills in recruitment and retention, sickness management and performance manager as determined by the line manager
- To actively support the process of patient safety and quality – ensuring incidents are reported appropriately and helping identify ways of preventing errors and accidents to both patients and staff
- To actively promote patient experience, assisting in resolving (informal) complaints and supporting the ward / departmental manager to investigate formal complaints
- To assist with the monitoring of stock levels of clinical stores and technical equipment, resolving any shortfall as appropriate
- To maintain standards of hygiene and cleanliness within the clinical area, taking appropriate action to remedy the situation appropriately and escalating deficits to the ward / departmental manager / matron as appropriate
- To communicate varied and complicated information (verbally and in writing) in a way that is understood and gets the important facts across
- To resolve local problems / conflicts, keeping managers / others informed and maintaining positive team dynamics across the ward / department at all times
- To take a leadership role in crisis situations, resolving problems across the directorate as necessary
- To attend and contribute to departmental meetings as required
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse (part 1 register)
- Evidence of continued professional studies related to area of speciality
- Teaching qualification such as practice assessor or mentorship
Desirable
- Degree in nursing or equivalent
- Evidence of presentation/teaching skills
- Leadership courses
- Minimum standard ILS competent
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrate clinical expertise relevant to area
- Demonstrate interest and commitment to the professional development of others
- Able to contribute to the development of students, nurses and self
- Able to contribute to develop the workplace as a learning environment
- Awareness and understanding of current health issues and in particular demonstrate a good understanding of the NHS long term plan and other recent initiatives
Desirable
- Previous experience of leading change in a clinical environment
- An understanding of HR processes and issues pertaining to staff management
- An understanding of nursing issues in relation to finance management
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse (part 1 register)
- Evidence of continued professional studies related to area of speciality
- Teaching qualification such as practice assessor or mentorship
Desirable
- Degree in nursing or equivalent
- Evidence of presentation/teaching skills
- Leadership courses
- Minimum standard ILS competent
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrate clinical expertise relevant to area
- Demonstrate interest and commitment to the professional development of others
- Able to contribute to the development of students, nurses and self
- Able to contribute to develop the workplace as a learning environment
- Awareness and understanding of current health issues and in particular demonstrate a good understanding of the NHS long term plan and other recent initiatives
Desirable
- Previous experience of leading change in a clinical environment
- An understanding of HR processes and issues pertaining to staff management
- An understanding of nursing issues in relation to finance management
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.
