Job summary
The Deputy Sister will work alongside the multi disciplinary team to ensure daily running of the unit.
They will prioritise the care required for each patient and their family,whilst delegating duties to others as appropriate.
The post holder will be directly involved with change management and audits.
Main duties of the job
Maintain an age and development appropriate environment that promotes safety, security and optimal health for the child and the family.
Facilitate and support the link worker role and support the development of other staff to undertake a link nurse role as designated by the Sister.
Lead and delegate mandatory and other audit as required by the Trust
Lead Unit meetings and deputise for Sister in their absence.
Act as a role model for junior members of the Team
Facilitate the cascading of information from other sources to junior and senior staff.
About us
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in ourWellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
Candidate Information Pack: https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/resources/candidate-information-pack/
Job description
Job responsibilities
Role Summary
The post holder will work as a member of the multi-disciplinary team providing the highest standard of patient care, and contribute to the smooth and efficient running of the Childrens Day Case Unit, specifically focusing on the surgical side of the unit.
The post holder will prioritise care and delegate duties to others as appropriate, ensuring they are supervised and mentored responding effectively to the changing nature of the workload.
The post holder will continue to develop their own knowledge and skills through locally agreed personal development plans and facilitates the development of others.
The post holder will participate in change management and clinical audit within own area of work, and work in partnership with other agencies.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Maintain an age and development appropriate environment that promotes safety, security and optimal health for the child and the family.
Facilitate and support the link worker role and support the development of other staff to undertake a link nurse role as designated by the Sister.
Lead and delegate mandatory and other audit as required by the Trust
Lead Unit meetings and deputise for Sister in their absence.
Facilitate the cascading of information from other sources in the absence of the Ward Manage.
Awareness of organisational structure and the function of the Directorate within the organisation.
Participation in and promote others participation in Trust wide forums as designated by the Sister.
Prioritise care and delegate duties to others as appropriate ensuring they are supervised and mentored taking into account knowledge, skills and ability of others.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
Role Summary
The post holder will work as a member of the multi-disciplinary team providing the highest standard of patient care, and contribute to the smooth and efficient running of the Childrens Day Case Unit, specifically focusing on the surgical side of the unit.
The post holder will prioritise care and delegate duties to others as appropriate, ensuring they are supervised and mentored responding effectively to the changing nature of the workload.
The post holder will continue to develop their own knowledge and skills through locally agreed personal development plans and facilitates the development of others.
The post holder will participate in change management and clinical audit within own area of work, and work in partnership with other agencies.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Maintain an age and development appropriate environment that promotes safety, security and optimal health for the child and the family.
Facilitate and support the link worker role and support the development of other staff to undertake a link nurse role as designated by the Sister.
Lead and delegate mandatory and other audit as required by the Trust
Lead Unit meetings and deputise for Sister in their absence.
Facilitate the cascading of information from other sources in the absence of the Ward Manage.
Awareness of organisational structure and the function of the Directorate within the organisation.
Participation in and promote others participation in Trust wide forums as designated by the Sister.
Prioritise care and delegate duties to others as appropriate ensuring they are supervised and mentored taking into account knowledge, skills and ability of others.
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Person Specification
Essential
Essential
- Registered Paediatric Nurse
- Mentorship
- Extensive post registration in relevant speciality.
- Experience of coordinating shifts.
- Good communication skills
Desirable
- Experience in day case setting.
- Knowledge of medical day case procedures.
- Experience in recruitment/appraisals.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Essential
- Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
- Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
Person Specification
Essential
Essential
- Registered Paediatric Nurse
- Mentorship
- Extensive post registration in relevant speciality.
- Experience of coordinating shifts.
- Good communication skills
Desirable
- Experience in day case setting.
- Knowledge of medical day case procedures.
- Experience in recruitment/appraisals.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Essential
- Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
- Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
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).
