Job summary
This is a new role for a qualified Lead Nurse for Frailty SDEC (Same Day Emergency Centre).
The successful applicant will deliver direct patient care whilst leading, co-ordinating and overseeing nursing practice.
This is a full time permanent position based at The Princess Royal Hospital, Telford initially but will require cross site working. The postholder will primarily work Monday to Friday office hours but will participate in out of hours working to support service delivery.
Main duties of the job
To function as an expert clinical practitioner within their designated clinical area. To deliver direct patient care whilst, managing ,leading, co-ordinating and overseeing nursing practice
The post holder carries 24 hour continuing responsibility for the co-ordination and monitoring of all clinical activities within their designatedclinical area.
To ensure that there is efficient and effective utilisation of all resources required to deliver optimum quality care to their client group.
The post holder will deputise for the Clinical Nurse Manager in his / her absence, driving forward evidence based practice and taking responsibility for the supervision of staff and the policies and practices that operate within their clinical area.
About us
Our vision, 'To provide excellent care for the communities we serve,' is not just a statement; it's a promise we live by every day. Guided by our core Values - Partnering, Ambitious, Caring, and Trusted - we're determined to make a real difference in the lives of those who matter most: our patients and their families.
If you're ready to be part of a team that's dedicated to continuous improvement, come join us and let's make a difference together!
Job description
Job responsibilities
For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.
Person Specification
Professional/Technical Qualifications
Essential
- RGN, Paediatric specialties RSCN , Operating Theatres RGN or Registered ODP.
- Evidence of Continuing Professional development/ qualification relevant to area of speciality.
Experience and Knowledge
Essential
- Extensive post Registration experience with proven Band 6 or equivalent in relevant speciality
- High level clinical skills and knowledge.
- Experience in teaching and training of staff
- Involvement in Nursing audit and Research
- An awareness and understanding of national and local issues that affect Nursing and the NHS as a whole.
- Up to date knowledge and understanding of nursing policy and practice relevant to speciality
- Understanding national and local policy relating to speciality
Person Specification
Professional/Technical Qualifications
Essential
- RGN, Paediatric specialties RSCN , Operating Theatres RGN or Registered ODP.
- Evidence of Continuing Professional development/ qualification relevant to area of speciality.
Experience and Knowledge
Essential
- Extensive post Registration experience with proven Band 6 or equivalent in relevant speciality
- High level clinical skills and knowledge.
- Experience in teaching and training of staff
- Involvement in Nursing audit and Research
- An awareness and understanding of national and local issues that affect Nursing and the NHS as a whole.
- Up to date knowledge and understanding of nursing policy and practice relevant to speciality
- Understanding national and local policy relating to speciality
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).
