Job summary
Sister Band 6 in Pre -operative Assessment
Are you a Nurse / ODP looking for a change in your career? Maybe a new speciality or looking for that better work life balance? Come work with our lovely compassionate team in the pre-assessment department where you can utilise your clinical knowledge and leadership skills.
We are looking for a Nurse/ ODP with leadership, surgical and anaesthetic experience that can join our team to support the Pre-op assessment of patients prior to their date of surgery. The Pre-op team covers Derriford Hospital providing support and advice for complex and non-complex surgery.
Do you have experience with daily responsibilities as professional leader for a team? Can you demonstrate effective communication and appropriate use of resources, maintain standards of care, adhere to both National and local policies and procedures? Is so, then consider applying for our vacancy.
You will be working with a friendly, supportive and flexible team who are committed to providing an excellent service. We are also committed to looking at your own personal development to help you to develop your skills and knowledge and to work effectively and efficiently in your role.
***Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as 'Priority' and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon who are able to display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification.***
Main duties of the job
To be responsible for organising and leading a team of nursing staff within the pre-operative assessment service.
To assist the lead nurse in leading and monitoring the performance and work of the clinical team and the management and teaching of staff.
To lead by example demonstrating effective role modelling to all members of the team.
Demonstrating effective and appropriate use of resources, maintaining standards or care, adherent always to both national and local policies and procedures.
Act as deputy for the lead nurse in all aspects of management.
Assist the lead nurse in budgetary control and effective use of resources.
About us
We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY. If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment team on 01752 432100. We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Suitable post for an experienced registered practitioner who wishes to contribute to the work of the Pre-Assessment Clinic through the provision of high-quality pre-assessment.
Working within the code of conduct, be responsible for ones own professional conduct and monitor those aspects within the pre-op team.
Responsible for co-ordinating and delivering effective quality nursing care to patients using the service.
To contribute to the overall efficiency and development of the pre assessment service.
To demonstrate clinical expertise in the pre-assessment and deputise for the lead Nurse.
Ensure adherence to the pre-operative assessment policy.
Working with the leads of the pre-assessment service to identify and develop clinical changes to working practice and working in different ways to enhance the service provision and patient experience.
To actively influence the overall efficiency and development of the pre-operative assessment service. Working with the lead nurse and matron ATP.
The post holder will have clinical line management supervision responsibilities for team members.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Suitable post for an experienced registered practitioner who wishes to contribute to the work of the Pre-Assessment Clinic through the provision of high-quality pre-assessment.
Working within the code of conduct, be responsible for ones own professional conduct and monitor those aspects within the pre-op team.
Responsible for co-ordinating and delivering effective quality nursing care to patients using the service.
To contribute to the overall efficiency and development of the pre assessment service.
To demonstrate clinical expertise in the pre-assessment and deputise for the lead Nurse.
Ensure adherence to the pre-operative assessment policy.
Working with the leads of the pre-assessment service to identify and develop clinical changes to working practice and working in different ways to enhance the service provision and patient experience.
To actively influence the overall efficiency and development of the pre-operative assessment service. Working with the lead nurse and matron ATP.
The post holder will have clinical line management supervision responsibilities for team members.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse with the NMC or operating department practitioner
- Leadership course or willingness to undertake
- Evidence of continuous professional development.
Desirable
- Demonstrable experience in Pre assessment
- Degree or equivalent demonstrable experience
- Health care management / leadership qualification
- Teaching qualification.
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- NMC Registered Nurse/Registered practitioner with significant demonstrable experience in surgery and/or anaesthetics and proven knowledge of the patient care pathway
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills written & verbal
- Effective organisational and management ability with ability to work without supervision
- 2 years' experience in pre - operative assessment or previous band 6 experience.
- Ward/ clinic management and leadership experience.
Desirable
- Previous demonstrable experience at band 6
- ECG & Blood competencies
- Experience working autonomously, managing own caseload.
Aptitude & abilities
Essential
- Methodical & Organised
- Effective verbal & non- verbal communication skills, effective influencing skills
- Assist with the development of the specialist practitioner service
- Positive attitude with the ability to inspire and lead a team
- Computer Literate
Desirable
- Able to demonstrate effective and efficient use of resources
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse with the NMC or operating department practitioner
- Leadership course or willingness to undertake
- Evidence of continuous professional development.
Desirable
- Demonstrable experience in Pre assessment
- Degree or equivalent demonstrable experience
- Health care management / leadership qualification
- Teaching qualification.
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- NMC Registered Nurse/Registered practitioner with significant demonstrable experience in surgery and/or anaesthetics and proven knowledge of the patient care pathway
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills written & verbal
- Effective organisational and management ability with ability to work without supervision
- 2 years' experience in pre - operative assessment or previous band 6 experience.
- Ward/ clinic management and leadership experience.
Desirable
- Previous demonstrable experience at band 6
- ECG & Blood competencies
- Experience working autonomously, managing own caseload.
Aptitude & abilities
Essential
- Methodical & Organised
- Effective verbal & non- verbal communication skills, effective influencing skills
- Assist with the development of the specialist practitioner service
- Positive attitude with the ability to inspire and lead a team
- Computer Literate
Desirable
- Able to demonstrate effective and efficient use of resources
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).
