Job summary
We have a new Development Programme that is fully funded to support and nurture your Band 6 career. This includes academic courses and study days to enhance your leadership role and guide your development as an experienced Emergency Nurse.
We will provide the funding and study leave to help you grow and develop your Emergency career. Please see the attached development plan for more information.
We have a very friendly and supportive team which is led by two Senior Nurses and a Matron. You will be working alongside a Consultant Nurse and a team of accredited advanced clinical practitioners (ACPs) as well Emergency Nurse Practitioners (ENPs) as part of the team.
Main duties of the job
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) where outstanding care and clinical excellence come together every day.
The role of the Deputy Charge Nurse within the Emergency Department is key to ensuring the safe care of patients attending the UCH as emergencies. When in charge, you will be responsible for ensuring the management and supervision of the nursing staff in within the ED during your shift along with the Consultant in Charge of the department. You will assist the Senior Nurse and Charge Nurses in leading the nursing staff in ensuring quality of care and meeting and sustaining performance against the Care Quality Indicators ( CQI's) for Emergency Services You will assist the Senior Nurse and Charge Nurses to ensure the educational needs of the ED are met.
In the event of a major incident (MAJAX) you will be responsible for assisting in the co-ordination of the ED response.
About us
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.
We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:
- University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)
- National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery
- Royal National Throat,Nose and Ear Hospital
- Eastman Dental Hospital
- Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicine
- University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre
- The Hospital for Tropical Diseases
- University College Hospitals at Westmoreland Street
We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.
At UCLH, we have a real 'One Team' ethos, and our values - safety, kindness, teamwork and improving, are central to the way we work. This is supported by our staff, who voted us as the #1 NHS Acute Trust to work for in the whole of England.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We have a reputation as a centre of clinical excellence and our hospitals are in great central London locations and we have a wide range of career opportunities that we can offer within the Trust.
In return, we are looking for a Deputy Charge Nurse that can offer us:
- Emergency Nursing experience to be able to share new skills and knowledge to our excellent team of emergency nurses
- A passion for delivering excellent patient care
- A willingness to learn new skills, take charge of the emergency department on a shift by shift basis and lead by example
- A willingness to develop skills in line management supported by a Band 7 Charge Nurse
- The ability to communicate effectively and maintain professionalism at all times
Please read the person specification regarding the qualifications required for this post.
Based in the busy West End of London, we have a lively and vibrant working atmosphere, with quick and easy transport links to all our sites. We have an extensive portfolio of in-house training and aim to provide personal development through to clinical excellence and leadership skills. UCLH prides itself on its investment in staff both in terms of developing career skills but also its commitment to staff health and wellbeing.
If you are looking to further your career in a hospital that has cutting edge technology, please apply online.
All posts are subject to Internal Rotation to night duty and pro rata weekends/BH.
This vacancy may close before the current listed closing date. Therefore, if you intend to apply for this post, you are advised not to delay submitting your completed application.
We offer our permanent staff an interest free ticket loan, a subsidised social club including gym and swimming facilities, a library for staff to use, free independent and confidential support for all staff and large retail discounts.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We have a reputation as a centre of clinical excellence and our hospitals are in great central London locations and we have a wide range of career opportunities that we can offer within the Trust.
In return, we are looking for a Deputy Charge Nurse that can offer us:
- Emergency Nursing experience to be able to share new skills and knowledge to our excellent team of emergency nurses
- A passion for delivering excellent patient care
- A willingness to learn new skills, take charge of the emergency department on a shift by shift basis and lead by example
- A willingness to develop skills in line management supported by a Band 7 Charge Nurse
- The ability to communicate effectively and maintain professionalism at all times
Please read the person specification regarding the qualifications required for this post.
Based in the busy West End of London, we have a lively and vibrant working atmosphere, with quick and easy transport links to all our sites. We have an extensive portfolio of in-house training and aim to provide personal development through to clinical excellence and leadership skills. UCLH prides itself on its investment in staff both in terms of developing career skills but also its commitment to staff health and wellbeing.
If you are looking to further your career in a hospital that has cutting edge technology, please apply online.
All posts are subject to Internal Rotation to night duty and pro rata weekends/BH.
This vacancy may close before the current listed closing date. Therefore, if you intend to apply for this post, you are advised not to delay submitting your completed application.
We offer our permanent staff an interest free ticket loan, a subsidised social club including gym and swimming facilities, a library for staff to use, free independent and confidential support for all staff and large retail discounts.
Person Specification
Knowledge & Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse Part 1, 2 or relevant section of the register
- Level 2 Trauma Course - University/ATNC/TNCC/ETC
- A&E Course/Capital Nurse QIS
- Degree
- Completion of RCN level 1 and Level 2 Competancies.
Experience
Essential
- Substantial experience in Emergency Nursing - part of which might be at Band 6 Senior Staff Nurse level in an acute Emergency department
Communication
Essential
- Communicates effectively verbally, in writing and in electronic formats
Personal And People Development
Essential
- Demonstrates evidence of professional development in line with KSF, maintains updated Portfolio
- Demonstrates an awareness of the role of preceptor/facilitator
- Reflective in Practice
Quality
Essential
- Demonstrates understanding of principles of Clinical Governance, e.g. Risk Management, audit & quality
Provision of care to meet health and wellbeing needs
Essential
- Articulates reasons for desire to work in this clinical areas
Learning and Development
Essential
- Demonstrates evidence of ability to educate others
People management
Essential
- Able to take charge and delegate duties
Person Specification
Knowledge & Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse Part 1, 2 or relevant section of the register
- Level 2 Trauma Course - University/ATNC/TNCC/ETC
- A&E Course/Capital Nurse QIS
- Degree
- Completion of RCN level 1 and Level 2 Competancies.
Experience
Essential
- Substantial experience in Emergency Nursing - part of which might be at Band 6 Senior Staff Nurse level in an acute Emergency department
Communication
Essential
- Communicates effectively verbally, in writing and in electronic formats
Personal And People Development
Essential
- Demonstrates evidence of professional development in line with KSF, maintains updated Portfolio
- Demonstrates an awareness of the role of preceptor/facilitator
- Reflective in Practice
Quality
Essential
- Demonstrates understanding of principles of Clinical Governance, e.g. Risk Management, audit & quality
Provision of care to meet health and wellbeing needs
Essential
- Articulates reasons for desire to work in this clinical areas
Learning and Development
Essential
- Demonstrates evidence of ability to educate others
People management
Essential
- Able to take charge and delegate duties
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).
