Job summary
We are looking to recruit and experienced and dynamic Nurse to the post of Acting ward managerfor Sky Ward.
Sky ward is 14 bedded surgical spinal and Orthopaedic ward with HDU capacity with a focus onadolescent care.
The post holder will need expert spinal/Orthopaedic and surgical experience, exceptional clinicaland time management skills and the ability to strive for change as this service develops.
Main duties of the job
To provide effective leadership, expertise, advice and support to a ward/department team and ensure the provision of high quality care to children, young people and their families
To ensure the safe, effective and efficient management of the department within allocated resources.
To take overall responsibility for standards of cleanliness within the clinical area.
To act as a role model and expert practitioner.
To recruit and retain a skilled nursing workforce and facilitate the development of the all staff within the team.
To provide an innovative and progressive attitude to the continual improvement of patient care through research and evidence based practice.
To undertake delegated responsibility for the unit in the absence of the Lead Nurse/Head of Nursing.
To work with the other Ward Managers to ensure safe, efficient and consistent service across the Organisation.
Participate corporately and lead locally in delivering the 'Great Ormond Street Vision
About us
GOSH is committed to recruiting the best person for the job, based solely on their ability and individual merit as measured against the criteria for the role; through a process that is fair, open, consistent and free from bias and discrimination. We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture where all staff are valued, respected and acknowledged. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, disability status or length of time spent unemployed. We particularly welcome applications from BAME communities, people with disabilities and/or long-term health conditions and LGBT+ community members. We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants and employees are treated fairly and consistently. We are proud to be accredited as a Disability Confident Employer, a member of Business Disability Forum and a Stonewall Diversity Champion. We have active and Executive supported BAME, LGBT+ and Allies, Disability and Long-Term Health Conditions and Women's staff networks. Staff networks are employee-led groups formedaround interests, issues and a common bond or background. Staff network members create a positive and inclusive work environment at Great Ormond Street Hospital by actively contributing to the Trust's mission, values and efforts specific to inclusion. All of our staff networks are open to any employee.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below.
Person Specification
Always values
Essential
Academic/Professional qualification/Training
Essential
- On the relevant part of the NMC register i.e Children's registered
- Evidence of ongoing, dynamic continuing professional development within the specialty, linked to demonstrable clinical competencies
- Assessing and mentoring qualification
Desirable
- Possession of a relevant honors degree
- Recognized teaching qualification
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Expert knowledge relevant to the speciality/field or practice minimum 2 years Band 6 experience
- Understanding of professional and current issues in children's nursing and healthcare, e.g. CNO's vision for Compassion In practice
- Detailed understanding of audit and research methodologies
- Understanding of resource management, health and safety, clinical risk and quality issues
- Child protection procedures
- Handling clinical incidents and complaints
- Sufficient experience at band 6 level or equivalent, including within relevant clinical environment
- Demonstrates Compassion In Practice
- Experience of leading and managing a team
- Previous experience of change management and problem solving
- Experience of handling clinical incidents and complaints
Desirable
- Experience of working as a CNS
- Previous experience of research and audit
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Excellent relevant clinical skills
- Expert specialist skills and abilities for the post
- Excellent managerial, leadership and organizational skills
- Able to problem solve and initiate change
- Negotiating skills
- Self-discipline and good time management to support periods of lone working.
- Ability to delegate and prioritise
- Excellent verbal and written communication and listening skills
- Excellent teaching, training, and preceptorship skills
- Able to work across professional team and organizational boundaries
- Computer literate (word processing, PowerPoint presentation)
- Administration of IV drugs, as appropriate
Desirable
- Appraisal skills
- Interviewing skills
- Phlebotomy and canulation skills, as appropriate
- Administering medication under patient group directives or supplementary prescribing as appropriate.
Person Specification
Always values
Essential
Academic/Professional qualification/Training
Essential
- On the relevant part of the NMC register i.e Children's registered
- Evidence of ongoing, dynamic continuing professional development within the specialty, linked to demonstrable clinical competencies
- Assessing and mentoring qualification
Desirable
- Possession of a relevant honors degree
- Recognized teaching qualification
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Expert knowledge relevant to the speciality/field or practice minimum 2 years Band 6 experience
- Understanding of professional and current issues in children's nursing and healthcare, e.g. CNO's vision for Compassion In practice
- Detailed understanding of audit and research methodologies
- Understanding of resource management, health and safety, clinical risk and quality issues
- Child protection procedures
- Handling clinical incidents and complaints
- Sufficient experience at band 6 level or equivalent, including within relevant clinical environment
- Demonstrates Compassion In Practice
- Experience of leading and managing a team
- Previous experience of change management and problem solving
- Experience of handling clinical incidents and complaints
Desirable
- Experience of working as a CNS
- Previous experience of research and audit
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Excellent relevant clinical skills
- Expert specialist skills and abilities for the post
- Excellent managerial, leadership and organizational skills
- Able to problem solve and initiate change
- Negotiating skills
- Self-discipline and good time management to support periods of lone working.
- Ability to delegate and prioritise
- Excellent verbal and written communication and listening skills
- Excellent teaching, training, and preceptorship skills
- Able to work across professional team and organizational boundaries
- Computer literate (word processing, PowerPoint presentation)
- Administration of IV drugs, as appropriate
Desirable
- Appraisal skills
- Interviewing skills
- Phlebotomy and canulation skills, as appropriate
- Administering medication under patient group directives or supplementary prescribing as appropriate.
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Great Ormond Street Hospital
Great Ormond Street Hospital
London
WC1 3JH
Employer's website
https://www.gosh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
