Job summary
Marble Hill 2 is a busy acute medical ward that specialised in Endocrinology. The ward is supported by members of the multidisciplinary team including Diabetic specialist nurses, dietitians, therapists and palliative care team. Many of our patients have very complex needs and require careful discharge planning.
We are looking for a dynamic and forward thinking nurse with an interest in developing their leadership skills to support and manage a team of nurses to provide high quality patient care.
We welcome applications from nurses that have at least 2 years acute hospital experience at a band 5 level with a substantive background in caring for patients with Endocrinology conditions including Diabetes Mellitus, Addison's disease, hyperthyroidism/hypothyroidism and can demonstrate knowledge of caring for patients with diabetic foot symptoms. They must have the ability to care for acutely unwell patients and patients who are end of life. They should be well organized have good administrative and interpersonal skills.
Candidates will need to have excellent communication skills and be able coordinate care of patients across the multidisciplinary team to ensure high standards of evidenced based care for every patient. They should have experience in organising complex discharges and working with community partners including the palliative care team.
Main duties of the job
To anticipate the care needs of patients and actively manage the patient's journey through the unit, including advanced life support and assessment.
To support, and work with the Ward Manager to provide effective unit management. Specifically this will include: staff management, stocks and patients care delivery
To pro-actively participate in the planning, assessing, implementation and evaluation of patient care as part of the multi-disciplinary team from admission to discharge.
To deliver care in accordance with the NMC Code of Practice/Scope of Professional Practice and the Trust's policies and protocols.
To act as an advocate for the patient and family at all times.
To ensure the safety of patients in accordance with local and national safeguarding procedures.
To participate in auditing effectiveness and incorporate finding into practice.
Be aware of own limitations and able to escalate issues appropriately
About us
Our Trust is one of England's top-performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sites--Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital--along with award-winning clinics across North West London.
Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5m, providing full clinical services including maternity, A&E and children's services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health care. The CQC rates us Good in safety, effectiveness, care and responsiveness, and Outstanding in leadership and resource use.
We continually invest in our facilities, including a £30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and an £80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Mid.
We are delivering sustainable healthcare through our Green Plan. In line with Greener NHS ambitions, we aim for net zero carbon emissions by 2045. Achieving this requires collective effort. We encourage staff to reduce their impact on carbon, waste and pollution wherever possible. Every action counts to create a healthier, more sustainable future.
We are committed to equal opportunities and believe diversity drives innovation and excellence. We welcome applications from the global majority, veterans and underrepresented communities, valuing the perspectives they bring.
If you haven't heard from us within 3 weeks of the closing date, your application was likely unsuccessful. Employment is subject to a six-month probation. Some roles may require weekend shifts at multiple sites.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Ensure the service continually improves to meet the needs of patients.
Develop nursing staff to improve patient care by enhancing assessment and technical skills, and actively promoting advanced clinical skills and competencies.
Provide leadership that promotes effective discharge planning that incorporates the patient & carers view.
Provide expert advice on all aspects of patient care, through others where appropriate.
Monitor standards of cleanliness and the patient environment within the clinical area.
Ensure health and safety of staff and patients by complying with appropriate standards. These include radiological protection, decontamination, COSHH, Medical Devices, Infection Control and the safe administration of medicines standards.
Ensure staffing rotas incorporate effective use of resources, managing within financial envelope.
To achieve length of stay reductions through implementation of enhanced recovery programmes and effective discharge planning, including Fast track.
Deputise for the Ward Manager in their absence.
To make effective use of available resources and eliminate waste in order to contribute to the cost of effective delivery of services.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Ensure the service continually improves to meet the needs of patients.
Develop nursing staff to improve patient care by enhancing assessment and technical skills, and actively promoting advanced clinical skills and competencies.
Provide leadership that promotes effective discharge planning that incorporates the patient & carers view.
Provide expert advice on all aspects of patient care, through others where appropriate.
Monitor standards of cleanliness and the patient environment within the clinical area.
Ensure health and safety of staff and patients by complying with appropriate standards. These include radiological protection, decontamination, COSHH, Medical Devices, Infection Control and the safe administration of medicines standards.
Ensure staffing rotas incorporate effective use of resources, managing within financial envelope.
To achieve length of stay reductions through implementation of enhanced recovery programmes and effective discharge planning, including Fast track.
Deputise for the Ward Manager in their absence.
To make effective use of available resources and eliminate waste in order to contribute to the cost of effective delivery of services.
Person Specification
Education and qualifications
Essential
- NMC Registered Nurse (adult)
- Nursing Degree
- Qualification in mentoring and assessing
- Relevant post registration qualification in Acute care (other than Diabetes)
- Deteriorating patient course or equivalent
- Diabetes course
Desirable
- End of life care /palliative care course
- Relevant management qualification or willingness to undertake
Experience
Essential
- A minimum of 2 years band 5 RN experience working on an acute medical ward
- Previous regular experience as shift leader
- Previous experience caring for patients with Endocrine conditions including Diabetes
- Previous experience using sliding scale insulin
- Previous experience caring for patients who are end of life
- Can demonstrate how to reduce risk within the workplace to ensure patients and staff are safe including clinical governance, safe management of medications, infection control and falls prevention
- Previous experience dealing with complaints/difficult situations
- Previous experience working with the MDT including specialist nurses
- Previous experience looking after complex diabetic foot wounds
Desirable
- Previous experience managing junior staff and students
- Previous experience in auditing
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Have the skills and knowledge to manage an emergency situation
- Demonstrates an understanding of the NMC Code of Professional Conduct
- Awareness of current developments in own clinical specialty
- Demonstrates evidence of developing innovative practice and of being proactive in managing change
- Can demonstrate a good general knowledge of endocrinology conditions and treatment including procedures, scans and investigations
Desirable
- Have a good knowledge in discharge planning for patients with complex needs
Personal qualities
Essential
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team and use initiative
- Demonstrates commitment to high standards of patient care and service delivery
- Good organisational skills and be able to priorities
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Is punctual and has good time management skills to ensure deadlines are met
- Has excellent IT skills
Desirable
- Is able to problem solve and adapt to situations that occur within the work place
Person Specification
Education and qualifications
Essential
- NMC Registered Nurse (adult)
- Nursing Degree
- Qualification in mentoring and assessing
- Relevant post registration qualification in Acute care (other than Diabetes)
- Deteriorating patient course or equivalent
- Diabetes course
Desirable
- End of life care /palliative care course
- Relevant management qualification or willingness to undertake
Experience
Essential
- A minimum of 2 years band 5 RN experience working on an acute medical ward
- Previous regular experience as shift leader
- Previous experience caring for patients with Endocrine conditions including Diabetes
- Previous experience using sliding scale insulin
- Previous experience caring for patients who are end of life
- Can demonstrate how to reduce risk within the workplace to ensure patients and staff are safe including clinical governance, safe management of medications, infection control and falls prevention
- Previous experience dealing with complaints/difficult situations
- Previous experience working with the MDT including specialist nurses
- Previous experience looking after complex diabetic foot wounds
Desirable
- Previous experience managing junior staff and students
- Previous experience in auditing
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Have the skills and knowledge to manage an emergency situation
- Demonstrates an understanding of the NMC Code of Professional Conduct
- Awareness of current developments in own clinical specialty
- Demonstrates evidence of developing innovative practice and of being proactive in managing change
- Can demonstrate a good general knowledge of endocrinology conditions and treatment including procedures, scans and investigations
Desirable
- Have a good knowledge in discharge planning for patients with complex needs
Personal qualities
Essential
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team and use initiative
- Demonstrates commitment to high standards of patient care and service delivery
- Good organisational skills and be able to priorities
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Is punctual and has good time management skills to ensure deadlines are met
- Has excellent IT skills
Desirable
- Is able to problem solve and adapt to situations that occur within the work place
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
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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).