Senior Charge Nurse/Charge Nurse - Respiratory Unit
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Job summary
We are looking for a compassionate, motivated individual with excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills who is dedicated to working as part of the team.
Are you a respectful, caring person who believes in strong teamwork and positive communication with everyone you meet?
Do you place high value on supporting your colleagues, and being a trusted, respectful, professional care giver?
Do you show love in your work, your words and in your actions to all?
If so, then the Respiratory Unit would like you to apply.
The Respiratory Unit is a 44 bedded unit based on Rochford and Westcliff Wards. The 44 beds incorporate a 12 bedded Respiratory High Dependency Unit. We are a supportive, welcoming and friendly team.
The unit is a dynamic and stimulating environment for those interested in respiratory medicine. We provide BIPAP/CPAP services as an integrated part of what we do. There is a high degree of nurse led care. We have very close links with our specialty CNS's, ITU, chest clinic and with community care providers. The ward has 4 Respiratory Consultants who oversee the unit and provide ward based medical care
Main duties of the job
You will, require strong, professional leadership qualities are needed at this level. It is critical to the quality of care, staff morale, and the learning environment including liaison with the Ward Manager, lead and co-ordinate a dedicated team of nursing and support staff to ensure the delivery of a high standard of nursing care.
In the absence of the Ward Manager you will be responsible for the effective deployment of ward/department resources including manpower, adherence to NMC Code of Practice at all times and ensureward compliance with and application of hospital policies and procedures.
You will assist in the development, implementation and monitoring of Governance systems in the ward/department relating to Risk Management, Health and Safety and Controls Assurance.
About us
Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is now one of the largest in the country, with a workforce of approximately 15,000 who serve a population of 1.2 million people.
We work together, and in conjunction with MSE Health and Care Partnership, to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and wellbeing of our patients in a compassionate way, and provide a respectful, but vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.
From facilities through to consultant specialists we want to be the best, to achieve this we need to recruit not just those who are the finest in their field but also those who have the potential to be. Yes, experience is important but so is outlook - if you are dynamic, forward-thinking and enthusiastic we want you to join us.
We not only offer you a good working environment with flexible working opportunities, but also the opportunity to develop your career with access to appropriate training for your job and the support to succeed and progress.
Details
Date posted
02 November 2023
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£35,392 a year Per Annum (Pro Rata for Part Time)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
390-LCS-SO-1451
Job locations
Southend
Southend
SS0 0RY
Employer details
Employer name
Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Southend
Southend
SS0 0RY
Employer's website
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Employer contact details
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