Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Ward Sister/ Charge Nurse within Ward 1B (AMU). If you would like a new challenge and you consider yourself proactive, good at problem solving and work well within a multi-disciplinary team this may be of interest to you!
If you are an efficient worker with strong clinical knowledge, excellent communication skills and able to work under pressure whilst remaining focused on safe good quality care, we look forward to your application.
You will need to have significant post registration experience and a sound clinical background as well as a valid NMC registration. We are seeking an enthusiastic, knowledgeable and self-motivated Band 5 with a 'can do' mindset and a strong interest in patient flow.
AMU comprises of 1C and 1B, 1C has 4 enhanced care beds and 1B GP Assessment unit which consists of 8 cubicles, 6 trollies, 6 treatment chairs and an ambulatory care room.
An Enhanced DBS Certificate, with the checking of both the Children's and Adults' Barred Lists is required for this post.
Interview Date - To Be Confirmed
Main duties of the job
- To act as clinical expert for nursing issues.
- To supervise junior staff in the delivery of safe competent care.
- Take appropriate action to address any issues or risk.
- Promote a patient focused multi-disciplinary approach to care in collaboration with carers, health care professionals and other AHPs.
- Ensure a safe and timely discharge / transfer of patients.
- Ensure that treatment prescribed by the medical team is carried out and that changes in patient condition are escalated as appropriate.
- Assist in ensuring there is timely and appropriate patient flows within the unit.
- Act as advocate for the patient, respecting dignity, wishes and beliefs.
About us
Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust serves a population of over 600,000 with a workforce of over 9000 dedicated and skilled staff across 21 sites.
We strongly believe that the communities we serve should all have access to Five Star Patient Care.
Our Services:
Acute Care
Providing emergency and maternity services at Whiston, Southport and Ormskirk hospitals, and medical and surgical specialties across all our sites.
Primary Care
Providing primary care services at Marshalls Cross Medical Centre situated in St Helens Hospital.
Community Services
Providing adult community services for St Helens and a wheelchair service in Chorley, South Ribble, and West Lancashire. Our inpatient unit at Newton Community Hospital is where patients needing acute hospital beds can continue rehabilitation, freeing up space for more unwell patients. We also provide urgent care at our Urgent Treatment Centre located in St Helens town centre.
Specialist Regional Services
We provide the Mersey Regional Burns & Plastic Surgery Unit at Whiston Hospital and the Spinal Injuries Unit at Southport Hospital to more than 4 million people across the whole of Merseyside, West Lancashire, Cheshire, Isle of Man and North Wales.
Achievements:
- Rated Outstanding by CQC Inspection August 2018
- Top 100 places to work in the NHS (NHS Employers & Health Service Journal)
- National Preceptorship Accreditation (2023) for Nursing & AHP Preceptorship Programme
Job description
Job responsibilities
KEY DUTIES
- To act as clinical expert for nursing issues.
- To supervise junior staff in the delivery of safe competent care.
- Take appropriate action to address any issues or risk.
- Promote a patient focused multi-disciplinary approach to care in collaboration with carers, health care professionals and other AHPs.
- Ensure a safe and timely discharge / transfer of patients.
- Ensure that treatment prescribed by the medical team is carried out and that changes in patient condition are escalated as appropriate.
- Assist in ensuring there is timely and appropriate patient flows within the unit.
- Act as advocate for the patient, respecting dignity, wishes and beliefs.
CLINICAL & PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- Maintain Professional Registration.
- Adhere to the NMC Code of Practice and The Scope of Professional Practice.
- To participate in the recruitment, orientation, development and any other personal issues related to staff as required.
- Optimum use of resources so that standards of care and safety are not compromised.
- Maintain effective communication systems, so that all staff can practice in an informed and professional manner
- Maintain effective communication with patients, relatives, visitors and staff as required.
- To investigate any untoward incident/complaint thoroughly - liaise promptly with the Ward Manager, Matron or Directorate Manager.
- Deputise for Senior Nursing staff as directed.
- Be fully conversant with the Major Incident Policy and be prepared to support its activation as required.
- Ensure effective infection prevention and control methods are followed.
- Maintain effective allocation of staff utilising appropriate skill mix.
ADMINISTRATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES
- To ensure that the recording of patient care is comprehensive, concise and in line with the NMC Record Keeping guidance.
- Ensure IT systems are current eg Medway.
TEACHING & TRAINING RESPONSIBILITIES
- To maintain an effective learning environment for all staff, contributing to the training and assessment of staff.
- To act as a role model and expert practitioner, providing support and guidance to nursing staff.
- To participate in the annual performance review of identified staff Band 5 and below in order to identify their training and development needs.
- To participate in an annual performance review to identify the post-holders personal development needs.
- To personally ensure fulfilment of the requirements for professional updating and to maintain a personal record for future registration purposes.
LINE MANAGEMENT/SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Responsibility for designated nursing staff within team including appraisals, HR management and support in clinical practice in conjunction with the Ward Manager
- Responsibility for nursing staff within the team in the absence of Band 7/6.
FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
- Managing nursing team and skill mix appropriately, utilising bank and agency staff when appropriate within ward budget.
RESEARCH & AUDIT
- Contribute towards the setting, maintaining and monitoring of standards of care within the Department by leading and participating in surgical audits.
Job description
Job responsibilities
KEY DUTIES
- To act as clinical expert for nursing issues.
- To supervise junior staff in the delivery of safe competent care.
- Take appropriate action to address any issues or risk.
- Promote a patient focused multi-disciplinary approach to care in collaboration with carers, health care professionals and other AHPs.
- Ensure a safe and timely discharge / transfer of patients.
- Ensure that treatment prescribed by the medical team is carried out and that changes in patient condition are escalated as appropriate.
- Assist in ensuring there is timely and appropriate patient flows within the unit.
- Act as advocate for the patient, respecting dignity, wishes and beliefs.
CLINICAL & PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- Maintain Professional Registration.
- Adhere to the NMC Code of Practice and The Scope of Professional Practice.
- To participate in the recruitment, orientation, development and any other personal issues related to staff as required.
- Optimum use of resources so that standards of care and safety are not compromised.
- Maintain effective communication systems, so that all staff can practice in an informed and professional manner
- Maintain effective communication with patients, relatives, visitors and staff as required.
- To investigate any untoward incident/complaint thoroughly - liaise promptly with the Ward Manager, Matron or Directorate Manager.
- Deputise for Senior Nursing staff as directed.
- Be fully conversant with the Major Incident Policy and be prepared to support its activation as required.
- Ensure effective infection prevention and control methods are followed.
- Maintain effective allocation of staff utilising appropriate skill mix.
ADMINISTRATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES
- To ensure that the recording of patient care is comprehensive, concise and in line with the NMC Record Keeping guidance.
- Ensure IT systems are current eg Medway.
TEACHING & TRAINING RESPONSIBILITIES
- To maintain an effective learning environment for all staff, contributing to the training and assessment of staff.
- To act as a role model and expert practitioner, providing support and guidance to nursing staff.
- To participate in the annual performance review of identified staff Band 5 and below in order to identify their training and development needs.
- To participate in an annual performance review to identify the post-holders personal development needs.
- To personally ensure fulfilment of the requirements for professional updating and to maintain a personal record for future registration purposes.
LINE MANAGEMENT/SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Responsibility for designated nursing staff within team including appraisals, HR management and support in clinical practice in conjunction with the Ward Manager
- Responsibility for nursing staff within the team in the absence of Band 7/6.
FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
- Managing nursing team and skill mix appropriately, utilising bank and agency staff when appropriate within ward budget.
RESEARCH & AUDIT
- Contribute towards the setting, maintaining and monitoring of standards of care within the Department by leading and participating in surgical audits.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- 1st Level Registered Nurse, with current NMC Registration
- Nursing Diploma, or equivalent experience
- Evidence of post registration study/development
Desirable
- Recognised Teaching Qualification
- Recognised Leadership Qualification/Training
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Knowledge of clinical skills required to undertake the role
- Knowledge of current professional & clinical issues
- Knowledge of Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults procedures
- Significant post registration experience
- Significant post registration experience within an acute hospital setting
Desirable
- Facilitated staff professional development
Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
- Excellent prioritising and time management skills
- Excellent organisational skills
- IT competency
- Evidence of leadership skills
- Ability to work autonomously and as part of a multi-disciplinary team
Other
Essential
- Flexible and adaptable approach
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- 1st Level Registered Nurse, with current NMC Registration
- Nursing Diploma, or equivalent experience
- Evidence of post registration study/development
Desirable
- Recognised Teaching Qualification
- Recognised Leadership Qualification/Training
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Knowledge of clinical skills required to undertake the role
- Knowledge of current professional & clinical issues
- Knowledge of Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults procedures
- Significant post registration experience
- Significant post registration experience within an acute hospital setting
Desirable
- Facilitated staff professional development
Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
- Excellent prioritising and time management skills
- Excellent organisational skills
- IT competency
- Evidence of leadership skills
- Ability to work autonomously and as part of a multi-disciplinary team
Other
Essential
- Flexible and adaptable approach
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).
