Job summary
Ward 10 is a fast paced 20 bedded it ward which specialises in bowel and renal surgery and other surgical needs from all areas of the midlands. We also care for long term pn patients and patients with other surigcal and medical needs.
As a Deputy Sister/Deputy Charge Nurse you will work closely with the Ward Sister to ensure that our patients consistently receive high quality care. This will be achieved through role modelling high quality care, supervising and supporting junior team members, working closely with the multi-disciplinary team to optimise our patient's well-being and positive patient and family experience.
You will also be responsible for undertaking audits to evidence our care, and service development projects whilst also supporting the Ward Sister with management aspects of the ward including sickness absence, appraisals, recruitment and performance management.
Main duties of the job
- Responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of programmes of evidence based nursing care to a group of patients
- Leadership and supervision of others carrying out all aspects of the caring process
-Maintain specialist clinical competence including taking change in the absence of the Ward/Unit Manager who has 24 hours accountability and responsibility
- Actively contribute to setting and maintaining high standards of quality nursing care
- Participate in the effective clinical leadership and management of the ward team
- Actively contribute to the improvement of services and the quality of care provision to meet the needs of patients, service users and their families
- Act as a role model, mentoring, teaching, assessing and supporting students and 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 new values and 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.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of programmes of evidence based nursing care to a group of patients
- Leadership and supervision of others carrying out all aspects of the caring process
-Maintain specialist clinical competence including taking change in the absence of the Ward/Unit Manager who has 24 hours accountability and responsibility
- Actively contribute to setting and maintaining high standards of quality nursing care
- Participate in the effective clinical leadership and management of the ward team
- Actively contribute to the improvement of services and the quality of care provision to meet the needs of patients, service users and their families
- Act as a role model, mentoring, teaching, assessing and supporting students and learners on placement and participate in the education, development, and mentorship of other staff
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of programmes of evidence based nursing care to a group of patients
- Leadership and supervision of others carrying out all aspects of the caring process
-Maintain specialist clinical competence including taking change in the absence of the Ward/Unit Manager who has 24 hours accountability and responsibility
- Actively contribute to setting and maintaining high standards of quality nursing care
- Participate in the effective clinical leadership and management of the ward team
- Actively contribute to the improvement of services and the quality of care provision to meet the needs of patients, service users and their families
- Act as a role model, mentoring, teaching, assessing and supporting students and learners on placement and participate in the education, development, and mentorship of other staff
Person Specification
Training & Qualifications
Essential
- 1st Level RNC Nurse
- Evidence of Post registration professional development
Desirable
- Clinical Leadership Programme
- PLS qualification
Experience
Essential
- Experience working in a surgical setting
- Experience as Nurse in Charge
Desirable
- Management of conflict; Infection prevention; Tissue Viability; Audit experience/research skills; Experience of Patient and Public Involvement in service delivery
Communication and Relationship Skills
Essential
- Evidence of effective communication as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Uses initiative and has the ability to lead and co-ordinate a team
Resource utilisation
Essential
- Demonstrates understanding of efficient and effective use of resources
- Demonstrates the ability to prioritise and implement and use new ways of working
- Basic knowledge of budgetary management
Equality, Diversity and inclusion
Essential
- Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs
Commitment to Trust Values
Essential
- Demonstrates behaviours consistent with the Trust's values and behaviours
Person Specification
Training & Qualifications
Essential
- 1st Level RNC Nurse
- Evidence of Post registration professional development
Desirable
- Clinical Leadership Programme
- PLS qualification
Experience
Essential
- Experience working in a surgical setting
- Experience as Nurse in Charge
Desirable
- Management of conflict; Infection prevention; Tissue Viability; Audit experience/research skills; Experience of Patient and Public Involvement in service delivery
Communication and Relationship Skills
Essential
- Evidence of effective communication as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Uses initiative and has the ability to lead and co-ordinate a team
Resource utilisation
Essential
- Demonstrates understanding of efficient and effective use of resources
- Demonstrates the ability to prioritise and implement and use new ways of working
- Basic knowledge of budgetary management
Equality, Diversity and inclusion
Essential
- Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs
Commitment to Trust Values
Essential
- Demonstrates behaviours consistent with the Trust's values and behaviours
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).
