Job summary
We are looking for a highly motivated and innovative Sister/Charge nurse to be part of the leadership team on our Coronary Care unit at the outstanding Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital, renowned for its delivery of excellent, compassionate and safe patient care. You will demonstrate excellent knowledge and previous experience of caring for coronary care patients as well as processing excellent leadership skills. You will need to have the ability to influence others and effectively manage change. You will need to demonstrate your commitment to continuous professional development for yourself and your team: thus ensuring that all staff have the necessary knowledge and skills to deliver Safe, effective care The successful candidate will work closely with the Ward Manager and Matron to ensure the delivery of outstanding care in a safe, compassionate, responsive, effective and well led environment.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for an experienced registered nurse with a genuine interest in cardiology, leadership and management.
Experience as a senior band 5 within a level 2/3 cardiac care unit is essential.
The role will encompass a significant level of clinical support and advice to the patients, relatives, nursing staff and members of the multi-disciplinary team. The post holder will be expected to provide training and education for both pre and post registered nursing staff. Encompassed in the role will be the promotion of evidence based practise, quality care, participating in research and the audit process. The candidate needs to be able to show support for Ward Manager and Trust objectives through leadership skills and effective communication.
The ideal candidate must be able to demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing. Be able to prioritise care, manage their own workload and make decisions within their competence.
About us
As the largest single site specialist heart and chest hospital in the UK, we, at Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital, have a clear vision 'to be the best cardiothoracic integrated healthcare organisation'.
We provide specialist services in cardiothoracic surgery, cardiology, respiratory medicine both in the hospital and out in the community.
We serve a catchment area of 2.8 million people, spanning Merseyside, Cheshire, North Wales and the Isle of Man, and increasingly we receive referrals from outside these areas for highly specialised services such as aortics.
Our reputation for strong performance is important in delivering the best care for our patients and high quality clinical services. This is underpinned by a culture of research and innovation, delivered in modern estate and our encouragement of flexible working in a variety of forms.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
CCU provides opportunities that will help you develop your skills and gain further experience. We ensure that you have structured support to be able to achieve your own personal aspirations within the vision of the unit. CCU experience is essential. Promoting and delivering exceptional patient care. Leading the unit day to day. Mentoring and supporting the staff on the ward. Ensuring accurate documentation and risk assessment compliance. Ensuring compliance in mandatory training. Leading the ward round with the MDT to deliver holistic care to our patients. Completing audits to patient patient safety and provide assurance. Completing action plans and presentations for incidents that occur. Supporting and deputising for the ward manager in the managerial duties. We are looking for an individual with exceptional communication and organisational skills that can assist the day to day running of the unit. To have a passion in educating other staff and students. To ensure the safety, privacy and dignity of patients at all times.
Job description
Job responsibilities
CCU provides opportunities that will help you develop your skills and gain further experience. We ensure that you have structured support to be able to achieve your own personal aspirations within the vision of the unit. CCU experience is essential. Promoting and delivering exceptional patient care. Leading the unit day to day. Mentoring and supporting the staff on the ward. Ensuring accurate documentation and risk assessment compliance. Ensuring compliance in mandatory training. Leading the ward round with the MDT to deliver holistic care to our patients. Completing audits to patient patient safety and provide assurance. Completing action plans and presentations for incidents that occur. Supporting and deputising for the ward manager in the managerial duties. We are looking for an individual with exceptional communication and organisational skills that can assist the day to day running of the unit. To have a passion in educating other staff and students. To ensure the safety, privacy and dignity of patients at all times.
Person Specification
Qualifications & Education
Essential
- Registered Nurse
- Holds (or working towards) post registration qualification
- Evidence of continued further study
Desirable
- Post qualification cardiology course
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Broad range of clinical experience.
- Experience as a senior band 5 within a level 2/3 unit.
- Experience of involvement is successful change management
- Experience of data collection for audit/quality monitoring
- Knowledge of professional and NHS issues
Desirable
- Understanding of HR Policies and Procedures
- Basic knowledge of financial management within the clinical setting
- Knowledge of COSHH procedures and risk management
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Evidence of strong leadership and management skills
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills
- Ability to communicate unpleasant and sensitive information
- Ability to present written information in a logical manner
- Good facilitation, presentation, teaching and assessing skills
- Good IT skills
- Good problem solving ability
- Excellent organisational skills
- Motivated and enthusiastic
- Demonstrates as desire to explore new ways of delivering service
- Previous experience of team leading /staff management
Values & Behaviours
Essential
- Inclusive
- Make a difference
- Person centred
- Accountable
- Continuous improvement
- Teamwork
Person Specification
Qualifications & Education
Essential
- Registered Nurse
- Holds (or working towards) post registration qualification
- Evidence of continued further study
Desirable
- Post qualification cardiology course
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Broad range of clinical experience.
- Experience as a senior band 5 within a level 2/3 unit.
- Experience of involvement is successful change management
- Experience of data collection for audit/quality monitoring
- Knowledge of professional and NHS issues
Desirable
- Understanding of HR Policies and Procedures
- Basic knowledge of financial management within the clinical setting
- Knowledge of COSHH procedures and risk management
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Evidence of strong leadership and management skills
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills
- Ability to communicate unpleasant and sensitive information
- Ability to present written information in a logical manner
- Good facilitation, presentation, teaching and assessing skills
- Good IT skills
- Good problem solving ability
- Excellent organisational skills
- Motivated and enthusiastic
- Demonstrates as desire to explore new ways of delivering service
- Previous experience of team leading /staff management
Values & Behaviours
Essential
- Inclusive
- Make a difference
- Person centred
- Accountable
- Continuous improvement
- Teamwork
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).
