Job summary
Here at UHL we are keen to grow our leadership structure by investing in multiple Band 6 posts and offer opportunities in our Theatres across the 3 hospital sites Royal Infirmary, General and Glenfield.
Site specific adverts offer the option to apply for one OR more sites. Interviews will be scheduled for each separately.
We are looking for experienced Operating Department Practitioners, Theatre Nurses at the LRI, ready to take the next step in their continuing professional development. Also individuals who can demonstrate organisational skills such as time management, task prioritisation and development of others; through effective clinical, managerial/ leadership skills.
Educational resources such as Centre for Clinical Practice, accredited Leadership/Development courses, degree modules funding and cultural ambassadors ensure equal opportunity career development.
Specialties at the Leicester Royal Infirmary include:Ophthalmology, MaxFax/Plastics, ENT, General Surgery, Robotic, Paediatric, EMCHC, Cath Lab, Obstetrics, Emergency, Urgent Theatre, Trauma surgery.
A range of shifts patterns are available with teams such as Emergency Urgent Theatres, Maternity care and Obstetrics working additional shift patterns to cover the 24/7 service. Most elective teams work a 5 day week, some with planned 3 session days. There are regular weekend sessions for a smaller number of specialties.The East Midlands Children's Heart Centre also have an on call commitment.
Main duties of the job
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Visible clinical expertise, leading multi-disciplinary teams daily to provide direction, effective and inspirational leadership within the area of responsibility.
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Assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of evidence based care to patients.
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Co-ordination and supervision of staff involved in all aspects of clinical duties
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Deputise and manage the clinical area in absence of the Sister/Charge Nurse/Team Leader
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Participate in the effective clinical leadership and management of the team.
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Actively contribute to the improvement of services and quality of care provision to meet the needs of patients, service users and their families.
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Act as a role model; mentoring, teaching, assessing and supporting students/learners on placement and participate in the education, development and mentorship of other staff.
About us
Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030). We have four primary goals:
- high-quality care for all,
- being a great place to work,
- partnerships for impact, and
- research and education excellence
And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities. Our strategy is underpinned by newvaluesand we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all: - we are compassionate,
- we are proud,
- we are inclusive, and
- we are one team
This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve. About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust: http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/
Job description
Job responsibilities
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Support Team Leader/Matron to ensure clinical environment is safe, clean, comfortable and well maintained in line with patient and public expectations.
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Ensure delivery of care to all patients when in charge meet the standards determined by the Sister/Charge Nurse/Team Leader.
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Ensure self and team members provide a personalised service to patients in accordance with agreed standards and promotes quality, diversity and rights.
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Contribute to setting, maintaining and monitoring of standards of care to optimum levels and lead improvement of care through benchmarking, audit and research.
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In the absence of the Sister/Charge Nurse/Team Leader ensure adequate support, safe mentorship and supervision of learner nurses and staff.
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Proactively seek feedback on patient and public experience in order to address concerns in a timely manner and build on success.
(Please refer to the job description/person specification for further details)
Job description
Job responsibilities
-
Support Team Leader/Matron to ensure clinical environment is safe, clean, comfortable and well maintained in line with patient and public expectations.
-
Ensure delivery of care to all patients when in charge meet the standards determined by the Sister/Charge Nurse/Team Leader.
-
Ensure self and team members provide a personalised service to patients in accordance with agreed standards and promotes quality, diversity and rights.
-
Contribute to setting, maintaining and monitoring of standards of care to optimum levels and lead improvement of care through benchmarking, audit and research.
-
In the absence of the Sister/Charge Nurse/Team Leader ensure adequate support, safe mentorship and supervision of learner nurses and staff.
-
Proactively seek feedback on patient and public experience in order to address concerns in a timely manner and build on success.
(Please refer to the job description/person specification for further details)
Person Specification
Training &experience
Essential
- Recognised Teaching and Assessing Qualification or equivalent
- Demonstrates a high level of clinical experience
- Good understanding of quality, safety & risk management
Desirable
- Audit experience/research skills
Qualifications
Essential
- RGN/ODP - First Level
- Completion of Practice Assessor preparation day and evidence of recent experience in supporting/assessing learners' practice in workplace
- Evidence of post registration education and continuing practice development
Desirable
- Clincal Leadership programme
Communication
Essential
- Use initiative with ability to lead an co-ordinate a muti-disciplinary team
- Evidence of good written and verbal communication skills
Desirable
Planning and Organisational
Essential
- Examples of ability to prioritise
- Evidence of successful change management
Resource Utilisation
Essential
- Demonstrate understanding of efficient and effective use of resources where workload can be unpredictable
- Knowledge and understanding of budget responsibility to reduce waste
Person Specification
Training &experience
Essential
- Recognised Teaching and Assessing Qualification or equivalent
- Demonstrates a high level of clinical experience
- Good understanding of quality, safety & risk management
Desirable
- Audit experience/research skills
Qualifications
Essential
- RGN/ODP - First Level
- Completion of Practice Assessor preparation day and evidence of recent experience in supporting/assessing learners' practice in workplace
- Evidence of post registration education and continuing practice development
Desirable
- Clincal Leadership programme
Communication
Essential
- Use initiative with ability to lead an co-ordinate a muti-disciplinary team
- Evidence of good written and verbal communication skills
Desirable
Planning and Organisational
Essential
- Examples of ability to prioritise
- Evidence of successful change management
Resource Utilisation
Essential
- Demonstrate understanding of efficient and effective use of resources where workload can be unpredictable
- Knowledge and understanding of budget responsibility to reduce waste
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).
