Job summary
As an experienced senior nurse leader, the post holder is expected to work as a member of the multi-disciplinary team, planning and providing high quality care for patients with acute illness or injury within the Emergency Department.
The post holder will lead teams of nurses planning the workload of the team and providing advice and support as needed.
The post holder will take managerial control of the department when on duty.
The post holder will take responsibility for specific senior management roles within the department.
Main duties of the job
Responsible for leading teams of nurses and other health care professionals working within the department to ensure the smooth operational flow and exceptional patient care.
To act as a role model to the team, providing sound clinical advice, guidance and expertise.
To maintain and promote effective leadership, inspiring and innovating the team.
Key relationships:
- Consultants and all grades of medical staff medical staff
- Sisters / Charge nurses in other wards / departments across the Trust
- Head / Deputy Head of Nursing - Emergency Access
- Head of Service / Service Manager - Emergency Access
- Other relevant managerial and administrative staff
- Paramedical staff
- Child Protection Services
- Mental Health Liaison
- Site Management team
- Practice Development Nurse
- Other external agencies i.e. Police, Coroner's Office
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
Be responsible for the evaluation of the effectiveness of the planned care, by daily reviewing the care being given, from reports from other nursing staff, direct observation for the patient and ensuring that accurate nursing records are maintained, through monitoring and auditing.
To participate in non-clinical management processes i.e. Performance Review, sickness management, recruitment and selection and ensuring annual appraisals are undertaken.
Be available to take responsibility for the co-ordination of 24-hour nursing care of each patient in the department.
To maintain up to date knowledge of and adhere to the NMC / HCPC Code of Conduct and other regulations, and Trust policies and protocols for example the storage and administration of drugs.
Use good communication skills to disseminate information and promote and maintain good working relationships within the department and Trust wide.
Promote the use of communications skills to overcome language and understanding difficulties when discussing complex or sensitive issues relating to diagnosis, prognosis and treatment with patients and their relatives.
Be able to show empathy and compassion when caring for people who are experiencing bereavement or have a relative who is critically ill.
Be able to use communication skills when taking telephone queries about medical conditions or injuries, the condition of patients or from patients or their relatives who have a complaint.
To assist in establishing the promotion of health and the prevention of illness.
Be responsible for the assessment of nursing needs and plan and implement care required by patients, in conjunction with nursing observations, medical requirement and with the co-operation and partnership of the patient and their relatives.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Be responsible for the evaluation of the effectiveness of the planned care, by daily reviewing the care being given, from reports from other nursing staff, direct observation for the patient and ensuring that accurate nursing records are maintained, through monitoring and auditing.
To participate in non-clinical management processes i.e. Performance Review, sickness management, recruitment and selection and ensuring annual appraisals are undertaken.
Be available to take responsibility for the co-ordination of 24-hour nursing care of each patient in the department.
To maintain up to date knowledge of and adhere to the NMC / HCPC Code of Conduct and other regulations, and Trust policies and protocols for example the storage and administration of drugs.
Use good communication skills to disseminate information and promote and maintain good working relationships within the department and Trust wide.
Promote the use of communications skills to overcome language and understanding difficulties when discussing complex or sensitive issues relating to diagnosis, prognosis and treatment with patients and their relatives.
Be able to show empathy and compassion when caring for people who are experiencing bereavement or have a relative who is critically ill.
Be able to use communication skills when taking telephone queries about medical conditions or injuries, the condition of patients or from patients or their relatives who have a complaint.
To assist in establishing the promotion of health and the prevention of illness.
Be responsible for the assessment of nursing needs and plan and implement care required by patients, in conjunction with nursing observations, medical requirement and with the co-operation and partnership of the patient and their relatives.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- oCurrent NMC registration as a nurse or current HCPC registration in an appropriate field (ODP / Paramedic etc.)
- oMentorship course or equivalent
Desirable
- oATLS / EPALS / HMIMMS
- oLeadership qualification
Experience
Essential
- oEvidence of Post Graduate degree level emergency nursing / relevant experience
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Recent relevant experience as band 6 or 7 in hospital based emergency care
- Experience at managing a team
- Experience of professional development
- Experience of health roster and managing sickness
- Experience of clinical governance
essential
Essential
- oVenepuncture/cannulation oPlastering/Splints/Slings oWound care and management of burns oTriage oDrug administration including IV
Desirable
- oUnderstanding of government targets
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- oCurrent NMC registration as a nurse or current HCPC registration in an appropriate field (ODP / Paramedic etc.)
- oMentorship course or equivalent
Desirable
- oATLS / EPALS / HMIMMS
- oLeadership qualification
Experience
Essential
- oEvidence of Post Graduate degree level emergency nursing / relevant experience
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Recent relevant experience as band 6 or 7 in hospital based emergency care
- Experience at managing a team
- Experience of professional development
- Experience of health roster and managing sickness
- Experience of clinical governance
essential
Essential
- oVenepuncture/cannulation oPlastering/Splints/Slings oWound care and management of burns oTriage oDrug administration including IV
Desirable
- oUnderstanding of government targets
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
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).
