Job summary
Our adult Critical care service provides an integrated level 1, 2, and 3 Critical Care service with 6 level 3 and 4 Level 2 Critical care beds in a purpose built unit and 24/7 level 1 service.
The role requires taking charge of the unit, supervising clinical care, managing a group of team members. The post holder will assist the Critical Care Matron with the continuing responsibility for Critical Care services, to ensure the assessment of care needs, the development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care is of a high standard. Also providing leadership, role modelling good professional practice and behaviour and maintaining safe environment. The post holder is also required to supervise staff of Band 5 and below and teach other nursing and non-nursing staff. Also contribute to service development and lead on specific roles assigned.
After a minimum of 6 months experience in the department the post holder will be expected to develop into the critical care outreach role and undertake the required course.
We are looking for a reliable, motivated, approachable and enthusiastic Team Leader for Critical Care Complex.
This is a challenging position in a fast moving environment, must have substantial experience in critical care setting, have excellent communication skills and ability to work as a part of multi professional team managing a wide range of complex problems and sometimes conflicting priorities.
Main duties of the job
To provide skilled nursing care. To demonstrate a high standard of practice in assessing, implementing and evaluating patient care, including analysis and interpretation to facilitate decision making skills.
Act as a Team Leader, support and supervise the further development of nurses and nursing practice in critical care
To ensure that care is delivered as per Trust and critical care policies, is aware of changes as they occur and partakes in the addressing of changes.
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
To participate in the Clinical Competencies, including assessment of staff as applicable after appropriate training.
To ensure that custody, administration and recording of drugs are in accordance with Trust Policy and NMC guidelines.
To inform the Critical Care Matron of any matters affecting the professional standard of patient care.
To adhere to the guidelines within the NMC Code of Professional Conduct.
To be responsible for the accurate documentation of clinical data and all data related to the daily management of the Critical Care
To supervise the professional work of nursing staff (Band 6 and below).
To support other team members in their professional work, to be able to adapt and deal with swiftly changing circumstances.
To be aware of current issues and policies within the Trust and critical care and ensure these are maintained.
To assist the Critical Care Matron with the cost-effective use of resources in patient care delivery.
To ensure staffing levels are adequate and organise cover if required appropriately and cost effectively.
To ensure clear and concise documentation of all patients property and valuables according to hospital policy
Job description
Job responsibilities
To participate in the Clinical Competencies, including assessment of staff as applicable after appropriate training.
To ensure that custody, administration and recording of drugs are in accordance with Trust Policy and NMC guidelines.
To inform the Critical Care Matron of any matters affecting the professional standard of patient care.
To adhere to the guidelines within the NMC Code of Professional Conduct.
To be responsible for the accurate documentation of clinical data and all data related to the daily management of the Critical Care
To supervise the professional work of nursing staff (Band 6 and below).
To support other team members in their professional work, to be able to adapt and deal with swiftly changing circumstances.
To be aware of current issues and policies within the Trust and critical care and ensure these are maintained.
To assist the Critical Care Matron with the cost-effective use of resources in patient care delivery.
To ensure staffing levels are adequate and organise cover if required appropriately and cost effectively.
To ensure clear and concise documentation of all patients property and valuables according to hospital policy
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse (NMC)
- Diploma / Degree in Critical Care essential 60 credits total
- Evidence of recent Continuous Professional Development.
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience in a Critical Care environment.
- Leadership potential
- Skills in mentoring, supervision of colleagues.
- Management experience
- Ability to lead projects and new developments.
- Works well within a team
Desirable
- Have some Financial/ Budgetary awareness.
- Some experience in resource Management
- Some experience related to performance review process
- Experience of managing and motivating a team
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of GPICS standard
- Able to use IT systems including Microsoft Office.
Desirable
personal skills
Essential
- problem solving skills
- flexiblility to meet demands of the role
- able to improve performance
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse (NMC)
- Diploma / Degree in Critical Care essential 60 credits total
- Evidence of recent Continuous Professional Development.
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience in a Critical Care environment.
- Leadership potential
- Skills in mentoring, supervision of colleagues.
- Management experience
- Ability to lead projects and new developments.
- Works well within a team
Desirable
- Have some Financial/ Budgetary awareness.
- Some experience in resource Management
- Some experience related to performance review process
- Experience of managing and motivating a team
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of GPICS standard
- Able to use IT systems including Microsoft Office.
Desirable
personal skills
Essential
- problem solving skills
- flexiblility to meet demands of the role
- able to improve performance
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).
