Job summary
We are seeking an enthusiastic, experienced, motivated and dynamic nurse to join our Day Surgery Unit leadership team. The Day Surgery Unit provides pre and post operative care for patients undergoing a range of surgical procedures on a day case basis. We also care for patients undergoing interventional radiology procedures. All surgical admissions, both in-patient stay and and day cases are admitted for surgery through our Unit. The post holder will be required to take charge of a shift. They must demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively with members of the multi-disciplinary team and deliver high quality, evidence led care to patients. You will also take responsibility for the development of our team of employees under the supervision of the Ward Sister/Charge Nurse. You must have Day Surgery or Surgical Nurse experience. The environment is challenging, exciting and supportive and facilitates the development of specialised skills. You will enjoy working as part of a highly skilled and motivated team that includes Nurses, HCA's, clerical staff, Surgeons, Anaesthetists and Theatre orderlies. Our Unit currently provides a service Monday to Friday 07:00-21:00
Main duties of the job
Develop and apply clinical leadership skills and maintain credibility through practice and professional update. Work closely with the Unit's Manager and Surgical teams to ensure that the Unit's Standard Operating Procedure is adhered to. Act as coordinator to streamline communication with other members of the Surgical multidisciplinary team by having a regular presence within the Unit and within working hours. To be aware of hospital policies and procedures and collaborate with other health care professionals to ensure that these are obseved.To develop time management skills and the ability to prioritise Nursing Care and patient safety to ensure that the Unit runs both efficiently and effectively. To manage off-duty requests and take part in our sickness management process.
About us
Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is the largest employer in the county and with over 8,000 staff, we are one of the largest NHS trusts in the UK. We offer a generous annual leave allowance, excellent bank rates, access to the excellent NHS Pension Scheme, discounts for local shops, restaurants and services, access to our health and well-being hub, access to our two on-site nurseries, flexible working options, discounted public transport, reward and recognition schemes, exercise and activity classes and membership to our popular hospital choir.
Job description
Job responsibilities
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
- Registered Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Council with appropriate teaching/assessing qualification with a minimum of four years post registration experience.
- Evidence of post registration qualification/equivalent.
- Enhanced levels of dexterity and accuracy pertaining to clinical skills.
- Demonstrate professional leadership and act as a resource for all staff disseminating clinical skills and knowledge.
- Demonstrate evidence of budgetary awareness.
- Demonstrate evidence of communication/problem solving skills within a team, including organisational and planning skills.
- Expert knowledge of surgical nursing required to provide clinical advice and support staff, patients and other disciplines.
- Expert knowledge of equipment required in order to support the patient safely through the department.
- To participate in own and teams personal and professional development. Ensuring progression through Individual Performance Development Review and PREP guidelines. To assist Senior Sister with appraisals.
- Demonstrate understanding of research based practice, and participate as required in audit.
KEY RESULT AREAS
- The ability to co-ordinate and lead team in the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care with the multi disciplinary team. To do this you should be able to work within all areas of the unit from admissions to discharge.
- To communicate effectively, especially where patient ability to do so is compromised.
- Ability to disseminate contentious and delicate information appropriately. To lead and deliver safe care within a challenging and changing clinical environment, using equipment and resources safely and as appropriate.
- To assist in the management and provision of an agreed standard of service, meeting organisational and national targets.
- To administer medication and treatment within Procedure for the Ordering, Prescribing and Administration of Medication Guidelines.
- To deliver and receive information which may cause emotional distress to all parties.
- Participate in mentorship and educational programmes for students and other members of the team.
- To adhere to all Trust policies and procedures and professional code of conduct.
- To assist and support the Line Manager in recruitment, retention and performance related issues, including being regularly responsible for the supervision and mentorship for unqualified, qualified staff and students.
- Support the Line Manager for the clinical area in the management of budgetary control and resource management including duty rotas and skill mix requirements.
- To assist and support the Line Manager with Clinical Governance, Health and Safety and Risk Management within Trust policy.
- In accordance with the data protection act assist ward manager in ensuring own and staffs ability to input and retrieve patient and staff information from computer based systems and maintain accurate and contemporaneous patient records.
- To actively support and assist Line Manager with patient/public involvement ensuring it is integrated into service delivery.
Job description
Job responsibilities
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
- Registered Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Council with appropriate teaching/assessing qualification with a minimum of four years post registration experience.
- Evidence of post registration qualification/equivalent.
- Enhanced levels of dexterity and accuracy pertaining to clinical skills.
- Demonstrate professional leadership and act as a resource for all staff disseminating clinical skills and knowledge.
- Demonstrate evidence of budgetary awareness.
- Demonstrate evidence of communication/problem solving skills within a team, including organisational and planning skills.
- Expert knowledge of surgical nursing required to provide clinical advice and support staff, patients and other disciplines.
- Expert knowledge of equipment required in order to support the patient safely through the department.
- To participate in own and teams personal and professional development. Ensuring progression through Individual Performance Development Review and PREP guidelines. To assist Senior Sister with appraisals.
- Demonstrate understanding of research based practice, and participate as required in audit.
KEY RESULT AREAS
- The ability to co-ordinate and lead team in the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care with the multi disciplinary team. To do this you should be able to work within all areas of the unit from admissions to discharge.
- To communicate effectively, especially where patient ability to do so is compromised.
- Ability to disseminate contentious and delicate information appropriately. To lead and deliver safe care within a challenging and changing clinical environment, using equipment and resources safely and as appropriate.
- To assist in the management and provision of an agreed standard of service, meeting organisational and national targets.
- To administer medication and treatment within Procedure for the Ordering, Prescribing and Administration of Medication Guidelines.
- To deliver and receive information which may cause emotional distress to all parties.
- Participate in mentorship and educational programmes for students and other members of the team.
- To adhere to all Trust policies and procedures and professional code of conduct.
- To assist and support the Line Manager in recruitment, retention and performance related issues, including being regularly responsible for the supervision and mentorship for unqualified, qualified staff and students.
- Support the Line Manager for the clinical area in the management of budgetary control and resource management including duty rotas and skill mix requirements.
- To assist and support the Line Manager with Clinical Governance, Health and Safety and Risk Management within Trust policy.
- In accordance with the data protection act assist ward manager in ensuring own and staffs ability to input and retrieve patient and staff information from computer based systems and maintain accurate and contemporaneous patient records.
- To actively support and assist Line Manager with patient/public involvement ensuring it is integrated into service delivery.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NMC Registration
- Relevant experience post registration in Surgery
- Teaching experience
- Evidence of continued professional development
Experience
Essential
- Ability to show tact and manage boundaries
- Ability to set and monitor standards
Desirable
- Day Surgery experience
- Evidence of innovative practice
Knowledge / Skills
Essential
- Ability to communicate with others at all levels in the organisation
- Good interpersonal skills with particular ability to show empathy and consideration for others
- Ability to make decisions, prioritise and work under pressure.
- Good organisational and time management skills
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NMC Registration
- Relevant experience post registration in Surgery
- Teaching experience
- Evidence of continued professional development
Experience
Essential
- Ability to show tact and manage boundaries
- Ability to set and monitor standards
Desirable
- Day Surgery experience
- Evidence of innovative practice
Knowledge / Skills
Essential
- Ability to communicate with others at all levels in the organisation
- Good interpersonal skills with particular ability to show empathy and consideration for others
- Ability to make decisions, prioritise and work under pressure.
- Good organisational and time management skills
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).
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
