Job summary
PLANNED CARE
TAVISTOCK DAY SURGERY/ ELECTIVE ADDMISSIONS UNIT
BAND 6 SISTER/TEAM LEADER
FULL TIME Substantive
Tavistock is a progressive Day Surgery Unit /Elective Admission ward where we work closely with many specialties including Gynae, Interventional Radiology, Urology, Podiatry ,ENT,OMF, Orthopaedic and General surgery .
The Unit admits patients over the age of 16 who are having day case surgery as well as those who are Admission on the Day and require a longer stay in hospital.
We are seeking a dynamic, enthusiastic and forward thinking Registered Nurse with proven surgical experience at Band 5 to undertake this secondment role. You will need to be a motivated individual who possess excellent communication and organisational skills. You must be a flexible and committed team player to work within the multidisciplinary team of surgical staff, specialist nurses, allied health professional and reception staff to ensure the effective delivery of a high quality patient experience
The successful applicant will work closely with the Unit Manager and must be able to demonstrate ability to work under pressure and adapt to the ever changing environment of the Day Surgery/ Elective admissions Unit. You will be supported to develop both your clinical and managerial skills and to continue your own professional development.
The successful candidate will fulfil all of the essential components of the person specification.
Main duties of the job
- Provide expert clinical knowledge and skills within the unit.
- Collaborate with the ward manager to develop and promote nursing practice and competence.
- Act as a professional role model and provide facilitative and effective clinical leadership.
- Responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care in line with research-based evidence, for individuals and groups of patients.
- To ensure accurate documentation and record keeping, teaching and supporting all members of the ward team in this area.
- In the absence of the ward manager, to be responsible for the ongoing facilitation of timely discharge of patients to primary care settings, ensuring suitable ongoing care arrangements, and effective use of inpatient beds.
- To provide information to patients and relatives in a sensitive manner, and to support them when distressed or bereaved.
- To promote effective multidisciplinary teamwork, through good communication with all staff.
- To actively assist the ward manager in implementation of Trust objectives/initiatives, taking a lead in the clinical area as required
10. To acknowledge clinical limitations, seek advice appropriately, and act in a professional manner in accordance with the NMC Code of Professional Practice.
11. To nurse-discharge patients in accordance with the discharge protocol
12 Act as a practice supervisor/practice assessor for students on placement
About us
Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Both hospital sites offer key services such as A&E, Obstetrics-led Maternity and Paediatrics.
You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career.
We have state-of-the art facilities placing us at the heart of cutting edge health care. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available.
Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. Please ensure that you make your application as soon as possible.
All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering their first six months in post. Travel between hospital sites may be required.
Please review all documents attached to this advert to ensure you familiarise yourself with all requirements of the job.
Job description
Job responsibilities
CLINICAL GOVERNANCE
- Ensure that practice is evidence based, critically appraising care using appropriate research and participate in relevant audit
- Assist in the setting and monitoring of standards of care against national standards and benchmarks
- Ensure that all local and Trust wide policies and guidelines are complied with at all times and to participate in the production and reviewing of appropriate policies and guidelines.
- Ensure that clinical and non-clinical risks are identified, assessed and appropriately reported and acted on.
- Assist the ward manager and matron to investigate incidents & complaints.
GENERAL MANAGEMENT
- To develop a culture which promotes and supports Clinical Governance within the Trust
- Assist with planning of rosters as required by the Ward Manager, to ensure consistent safe staffing levels and maintaining appropriate skill mix of staff at all times, reporting concerns to the Matron
- To be responsible for the efficient deployment of resources including staff in the absence of the ward manager
- To assist the ward manager in effective resource management
- Undertake yearly appraisal and professional development plans for a group of staff in accordance with Trust policy
- To undertake the duties and responsibilities of the ward/department manager in their absence
- To promote effective multidisciplinary communication and disseminate information at ward level
- To assist the ward manager in providing the ward/team meetings on a regular basis, attending on a regular basis
- To attend and participate in Surgical Sisters Meetings on a regular basis.
Job description
Job responsibilities
CLINICAL GOVERNANCE
- Ensure that practice is evidence based, critically appraising care using appropriate research and participate in relevant audit
- Assist in the setting and monitoring of standards of care against national standards and benchmarks
- Ensure that all local and Trust wide policies and guidelines are complied with at all times and to participate in the production and reviewing of appropriate policies and guidelines.
- Ensure that clinical and non-clinical risks are identified, assessed and appropriately reported and acted on.
- Assist the ward manager and matron to investigate incidents & complaints.
GENERAL MANAGEMENT
- To develop a culture which promotes and supports Clinical Governance within the Trust
- Assist with planning of rosters as required by the Ward Manager, to ensure consistent safe staffing levels and maintaining appropriate skill mix of staff at all times, reporting concerns to the Matron
- To be responsible for the efficient deployment of resources including staff in the absence of the ward manager
- To assist the ward manager in effective resource management
- Undertake yearly appraisal and professional development plans for a group of staff in accordance with Trust policy
- To undertake the duties and responsibilities of the ward/department manager in their absence
- To promote effective multidisciplinary communication and disseminate information at ward level
- To assist the ward manager in providing the ward/team meetings on a regular basis, attending on a regular basis
- To attend and participate in Surgical Sisters Meetings on a regular basis.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- RGN Level 1
- ENB 998/MSSP or equivalent ( or willing to undertake course)
- Evidence of Continuing professional development
Desirable
- Recognised Day Surgery related Course
- Diploma/Degree in health related subject or related experience
Experience
Essential
- Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
- Ability to lead a team
- Ability to deliver high quality nursing care
- Ability to motivate others
- Sound organisational and problem solving skills
- Basic IT skills
- Understanding of NHS and current issues.
- Evidence of experience in Teaching & Mentorship
Desirable
- Evidence of Resource Management.
- Research Skills
- Robust knowledge of surgical procedures
- Evidence of Resource Management.
- Experience of research and audit.
Knowledge
Essential
- Self-awareness
- Ability to work under pressure and within agreed deadlines
- Ability to prioritise a workload
- Able to work on own initiative
- Confident yet approachable
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- RGN Level 1
- ENB 998/MSSP or equivalent ( or willing to undertake course)
- Evidence of Continuing professional development
Desirable
- Recognised Day Surgery related Course
- Diploma/Degree in health related subject or related experience
Experience
Essential
- Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
- Ability to lead a team
- Ability to deliver high quality nursing care
- Ability to motivate others
- Sound organisational and problem solving skills
- Basic IT skills
- Understanding of NHS and current issues.
- Evidence of experience in Teaching & Mentorship
Desirable
- Evidence of Resource Management.
- Research Skills
- Robust knowledge of surgical procedures
- Evidence of Resource Management.
- Experience of research and audit.
Knowledge
Essential
- Self-awareness
- Ability to work under pressure and within agreed deadlines
- Ability to prioritise a workload
- Able to work on own initiative
- Confident yet approachable
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).
