Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our team on Tivoli. Tivoli ward provides pre and post operative care for planned elective and acute surgeries in for Urology, lower Gastro intestinal and Gynaecological surgery . Joining our team will give you exposure not only to the elective surgeries but also emergency admissions and acutely unwell patients. We are a fast-paced ward with high turnover of patients. We are looking for a dynamic, proactive, compassionate nurse that shares our passion and drive in the delivery of high-quality safe care for our patients.
You will work alongside the ward manager to support the clinical and operational management of the ward, monitor and maintain excellent clinical standards of nursing practice and staff development.
Main duties of the job
- Support the Ward Manager in monitoring the standards and quality of care, promoting the use of audit and working with them to identify and remedy any actions
- Demonstrate ability to utilise the skill mix within the department and support and mentor juniors and students
- Regularly take charge of the ward
- To identify suitable teaching opportunities/requirements and to undertake practical teaching and supervision of learners to ensure key learning outcomes are met
- Demonstrate a 'can do ' attitude and ability to adapt to changing situations
- Actively contribute to the development and updating of surgical procedures, protocols and policies
- Support the team to enhance patient experience and patient outcomes
- To ensure that the caring culture expected of colleagues and values of the Trust is consistently maintained and upheld and maintain kindness and respect to all
About us
We take pride in placing people at the centre of everything we do, working together as a united team. Driven by a shared ambition to continually grow, develop, and learn, we recognise and value every contribution. By combining our experience and skills, we not only support our vibrant, diverse communities, but also support one another.
With a team of over 9,000 employees, we are proud to be the largest employer in Gloucestershire and rank among the top 10 largest Trusts in the South West region. By joining our Trust, you will benefit from an excellent package that includes exclusive benefits, flexible working opportunities and the chance to gain valuable experience in one of our innovative hospitals. As well as generous annual leave allowance, access to the excellent NHS pension scheme, competitive bank rates, discounts at local shops and restaurants, access to two on-site nurseries, discounted public transport, reward and recognition and a range of health and wellbeing initiatives to support you.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached document for full job description:
- Participate in audits, and undertake local research relevant to area of practice
- Work effectively as a member of the multidisciplinary team
- Use leadership skills to supervise and manage others and contribute to planning, designing, delivering and improving future services
- Report near misses and untoward incidents, complaints, clinical emergencies, injury or medicine administration errors as detailed in the departmental and Trust protocols. Assist lead staff in investigating incidents as required
- To actively monitor and support the health and wellbeing of team members: advising on resources available and escalating for line manager assistance as required and agreed by the individual staff member
- To support line manager in recruitment, retention and performance related issues, including being regularly responsible for the supervision and mentorship for unqualified/qualified staff and students
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached document for full job description:
- Participate in audits, and undertake local research relevant to area of practice
- Work effectively as a member of the multidisciplinary team
- Use leadership skills to supervise and manage others and contribute to planning, designing, delivering and improving future services
- Report near misses and untoward incidents, complaints, clinical emergencies, injury or medicine administration errors as detailed in the departmental and Trust protocols. Assist lead staff in investigating incidents as required
- To actively monitor and support the health and wellbeing of team members: advising on resources available and escalating for line manager assistance as required and agreed by the individual staff member
- To support line manager in recruitment, retention and performance related issues, including being regularly responsible for the supervision and mentorship for unqualified/qualified staff and students
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Active registration with the NMC as a Registered Nurse (Adult) or equivalent
Desirable
- Recognised Nursing Degree or equivalent including a Recognised Teaching Qualification
- Completed Bronze QI and desire to work towards Silver
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in an acute surgical environment
- Demonstrates knowledge and passion for Practice Development
Desirable
- Previous experience in a relevant speciality
Knowledge
Essential
- Excellent presentational, communication and interpersonal skills
- Acts as a role model and are able to lead by example to ensure the Trust's values and behaviours are reinforced throughout their area of practice
- Demonstrates commitment to research-based practice and clinical excellence and plays an active part in the introduction of research-based change to improve patient centred care
- Demonstrates ability to question and challenge nursing practice in a constructive way so that standards of patient care are continually evaluated and improved
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Active registration with the NMC as a Registered Nurse (Adult) or equivalent
Desirable
- Recognised Nursing Degree or equivalent including a Recognised Teaching Qualification
- Completed Bronze QI and desire to work towards Silver
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in an acute surgical environment
- Demonstrates knowledge and passion for Practice Development
Desirable
- Previous experience in a relevant speciality
Knowledge
Essential
- Excellent presentational, communication and interpersonal skills
- Acts as a role model and are able to lead by example to ensure the Trust's values and behaviours are reinforced throughout their area of practice
- Demonstrates commitment to research-based practice and clinical excellence and plays an active part in the introduction of research-based change to improve patient centred care
- Demonstrates ability to question and challenge nursing practice in a constructive way so that standards of patient care are continually evaluated and improved
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).
