Job summary
We are looking for highly motivated senior nurse to continue with the development of evidence based clinical practice and, through this play lead in shaping and running the Emergency Department through research and education.
Interested individuals must possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, be organised, hardworking, and be able to demonstrate strong leadership and managerial skills with a proven track record of organizing and delivering teaching sessions. You should be educated to degree level or working towards this and hold a teaching qualification.
There is an expectation that if appointed the post holder(s) should be willing to coordinate the Emergency Department on a daily basis, recent experience of implementing change and participating in audit and/or research would be advantageous. Interested individuals must possess significant emergency care experience with 4 years ED experience being desirable and one ALS/TNCC or APLS advanced training being essential.
The post is subject to DBS (Police) Enhanced Disclosure.
Anyone applying for a position which involves a regulated activity will require an enhanced Criminal Records Bureau check and that the disclosure will, where appropriate to the role, include information against the Independent Safeguarding Authority barred lists for working with children or working with adults or both.
Main duties of the job
Lead the development of high standards of evidence based clinical practice.
Foster multi-disciplinary links to develop shared learning and skills development with other professional groups.
? Have the lead role for the development of clinical practice in the A+E environment
? Support the Accident and Emergency managers in day to day management of the unit.
? To assist the Accident and Emergency managers in the ongoing financial management of the ward.
? To assist the Accident and Emergency managers in the recruitment and selection of staff.
? To be responsible in the setting and maintaining of high standards of patient care.
? Support the development of education and training within the unit.
? Support and lead on maintaining Key Performance Indicators, including the 4 hour target, ambulance handover to time to clear time and the 15 min turna round standard
About us
Based in the North East of England we provide a range of hospital and community health services from our leading facilities, including the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Blaydon urgent care centre and Bensham Hospital, all within Gateshead.
Established in 2005, we were one of the first foundation trusts in the country and since then have consistently achieved the highest levels of care for patients.
We now employ around 4,800 staff and currently provide 444 hospital beds across the Gateshead region.
Our values should be the 'golden thread' which runs through everything we do - they are the core of who we are. Our five values can easily be remembered by the simple acronymICORE; Innovation, Care, Openness, Respect, Engagement.
We have a number of staff networks including the Global Ethnic Majority (GEM) network, D-Ability network, LGBTQ+ Network and the Women's Network, to challenge us and help us to constantly improve. Our Armed Forces network is one of our emerging networks.
The health and wellbeing of our staff is one of our highest priorities, and we offer a range of support and initiatives as part of our 'Balance' programme balancegateshead.com to cater for our diverse workforce, so that your individual needs can be supported, allowing you a happy and healthy working experience with us.
Job description
Job responsibilities
1. Management Aspects:-1.1 Provides direct management support to the Accident and Emergency managers, including day to day organisation of the unit, human resource aspects and non- staff elements.1.2 Takes continuing responsibility and accountability in the absence of the unit managers.1.3 Through participative management, fosters innovation and motivation within the team.1.4 To actively take a lead in risk assessment, monitoring and management.1.5 Contribute to the business planning/service development plans.1.6 Participate in annual cycle of performance appraisal and personal development plans for staff and teams.
1.7 Responsible for individual induction programmes for all new starters
2. Education and training aspects:- 2.1 Support staff undergoing preceptorship/mentorship programme and facilitate and support clinical supervision. 2.2 To facilitate and participate in the units teaching programme 2.3 Support the units induction programme.
3. Clinical aspects:-
3.1 Lead the Work Stream Links on the unit.
3.2 Carry out an annual Clinical Practice Development Analysis on the unit and develop an action plan with the Accident and Emergency managers
3.3 Assist the Accident and Emergency managers in the implementation and development of Safe care initiatives aligned with ward priorities.
3.4 Work closely with the Infection Control Team to develop audits and action plans to reduce units infection rates.
3.5 Working with the Nutritional Team to ensure optimal nutrition for patients whilst on the ward.
3.6 Carry out defined clinical requirements of the post in line with local policies and national recommendations.
3.7 Set standards of care and ensure that nursing practice is audited and research based and supports the clinical governance framework.
3.8 Provide clinical expertise and advice to other staff.
3.9 Maintain and improve professional knowledge, skills and competence to ensure the delivery of evidence based practice in line with the Nursing and Midwifery Councils Code of Professional Conduct and Trust Policies.
This job description is not intended to be exhaustive. The post holder will therefore be expected to adopt a flexible attitude towards these duties which may (after discussion) have to be varied, subject to the needs of the service and in keeping with the general profile of the post.
Job description
Job responsibilities
1. Management Aspects:-1.1 Provides direct management support to the Accident and Emergency managers, including day to day organisation of the unit, human resource aspects and non- staff elements.1.2 Takes continuing responsibility and accountability in the absence of the unit managers.1.3 Through participative management, fosters innovation and motivation within the team.1.4 To actively take a lead in risk assessment, monitoring and management.1.5 Contribute to the business planning/service development plans.1.6 Participate in annual cycle of performance appraisal and personal development plans for staff and teams.
1.7 Responsible for individual induction programmes for all new starters
2. Education and training aspects:- 2.1 Support staff undergoing preceptorship/mentorship programme and facilitate and support clinical supervision. 2.2 To facilitate and participate in the units teaching programme 2.3 Support the units induction programme.
3. Clinical aspects:-
3.1 Lead the Work Stream Links on the unit.
3.2 Carry out an annual Clinical Practice Development Analysis on the unit and develop an action plan with the Accident and Emergency managers
3.3 Assist the Accident and Emergency managers in the implementation and development of Safe care initiatives aligned with ward priorities.
3.4 Work closely with the Infection Control Team to develop audits and action plans to reduce units infection rates.
3.5 Working with the Nutritional Team to ensure optimal nutrition for patients whilst on the ward.
3.6 Carry out defined clinical requirements of the post in line with local policies and national recommendations.
3.7 Set standards of care and ensure that nursing practice is audited and research based and supports the clinical governance framework.
3.8 Provide clinical expertise and advice to other staff.
3.9 Maintain and improve professional knowledge, skills and competence to ensure the delivery of evidence based practice in line with the Nursing and Midwifery Councils Code of Professional Conduct and Trust Policies.
This job description is not intended to be exhaustive. The post holder will therefore be expected to adopt a flexible attitude towards these duties which may (after discussion) have to be varied, subject to the needs of the service and in keeping with the general profile of the post.
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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
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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).
