Job summary
Leeds
Childrens Respiratory Ward L38 Band 6 Sister / Charge Nurse
An
exciting opportunity has become available for a part time Substantive Band 6 Sister / Charge Nurse role on the Leeds Childrens
Respiratory Ward (L38)
Are
you a dedicated and motivated Childrens nurse who is committed to providing
high quality care?
We
are seeking an experienced Childrens nurse to undertake the role of a Band 6
Sister / Charge nurse on the L38 Childrens Respiratory and Cystic Fibrosis
inpatient ward.
L38
is a 16 bedded paediatric respiratory and medical ward caring for a variety
of medical and specialty conditions in children including LTV.
It
is an exciting time to join the Paediatric Respiratory as we offer many
professional development opportunities including Nationally recognised
Leadership Courses, a band 6 development pathway and opportunities to become
a leader and advocate for one the Regional Respiratory Services within
Yorkshire.
Main duties of the job
We
are looking for a motivated, enthusiastic and dynamic individual who can
ensure the consistent delivery of high-quality patient cantered care to the
patients nursed within paediatric medicine. The successful candidate will be
expected to work clinically within the multi-disciplinary team, maintain high
standards of evidence-based practice while supporting staff on a
shift-by-shift basis and provide clinical leadership in decision making.
The
post holder needs to have relevant experience working as a band 5 nurse in
acute paediatrics; have a recognised teaching and assessing
qualification/certificate, successful completion of a Level 2 HDU course or
is enrolled on a HDU / Escalate course.
Possession
of or willing to undertake a recognised Leadership course is desired for this
role. Evidence of continued professional development and involvement is essential.
The
post holder needs to be able to manage complex situations, have excellent
communication skills, providing guidance, supervision, and support to junior
members of staff including the wider MDT. You will be required to support the
Ward Manager/ Matron to monitor the safety and quality of care ensuring the
provision of safe, quality care and treatment for patients which delivers
best clinical outcomes and patient experience.
For
further info contact
Lejla
Gredelj Paediatric Speciality Matron on 01133923750 lejla.gredelj@nhs.net
Pooja
Patel - Ward Manager L38 01133927438
About us
Leeds
Childrens Hospital is one of the largest and most renowned childrens
hospitals in the country. It offers state-of-the-art treatments and
facilities, alongside a comprehensive professional development programme for
nurses.
If
you are seeking an exciting career opportunity in a fast-paced, highly
skilled ward, Leeds Childrens Hospital could be the perfect fit. Ward L38 is
a leading regional Respiratory Unit, providing specialist care and advanced
clinical experience.
L38
consistently receives outstanding feedback from patients and their families.
Our nursing team is highly knowledgeable, committed to excellence, and
passionate about mentoring and sharing expertise.
Leeds
Teaching Hospitals is committed to our process of redeploying 'at risk'
members of our existing workforce to new roles. As such, all our job adverts
are subject to this policy and we reserve the right to close, delay or remove
adverts while this process is completed. If you do experience a delay in the
shortlisting stage of the recruitment cycle, please bear with us while this
process is completed, and contact the named contact if you have any
questions.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The
jobholder will play an essential role assisting the Senior Sister/Charge
Nurse with the 24-hour continuing responsibility for the effective and
efficient management of the ward / department. They will contribute to the provision of
professional, clinical, managerial leadership and supervision for the nursing
team. The jobholder is responsible for
helping to develop and maintain a ward or departments philosophy that has the
patient at the centre of compassionate safe and quality care delivery. By assisting with managing the
administrative and financial aspects of the ward, the jobholder will support
the cost-effective use of resources.
As
an experienced nurse the jobholder will assist in co-ordinating activities on
the ward or department ensuring effective communication is maintained at all
times, providing support to qualified and unqualified nurses within the
ward/dept. He/she will play a key role
in the assessment of patient care needs and the development, implementation
and evaluation of programmes of care.
The
jobholder will act as a role model, promoting quality evidence-based
practice, developing the nursing team and ensuring effective management of
the ward/department in the absence of the Senior Sister/Charge Nurse.
The
role of the band 6 sister is pivotal in the success of the team. Candidates will be expected to demonstrate
good leadership qualities, have an ability to motivate team members, have
evidence of supporting change management, as well as excellent interpersonal
and communication skills. A commitment
to professional development and the development of the team is essential.
Successful
candidates will be offered the opportunity to develop their leadership and
management skills as well as clinical skills specific to this area with a
structured development programme.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The
jobholder will play an essential role assisting the Senior Sister/Charge
Nurse with the 24-hour continuing responsibility for the effective and
efficient management of the ward / department. They will contribute to the provision of
professional, clinical, managerial leadership and supervision for the nursing
team. The jobholder is responsible for
helping to develop and maintain a ward or departments philosophy that has the
patient at the centre of compassionate safe and quality care delivery. By assisting with managing the
administrative and financial aspects of the ward, the jobholder will support
the cost-effective use of resources.
As
an experienced nurse the jobholder will assist in co-ordinating activities on
the ward or department ensuring effective communication is maintained at all
times, providing support to qualified and unqualified nurses within the
ward/dept. He/she will play a key role
in the assessment of patient care needs and the development, implementation
and evaluation of programmes of care.
The
jobholder will act as a role model, promoting quality evidence-based
practice, developing the nursing team and ensuring effective management of
the ward/department in the absence of the Senior Sister/Charge Nurse.
The
role of the band 6 sister is pivotal in the success of the team. Candidates will be expected to demonstrate
good leadership qualities, have an ability to motivate team members, have
evidence of supporting change management, as well as excellent interpersonal
and communication skills. A commitment
to professional development and the development of the team is essential.
Successful
candidates will be offered the opportunity to develop their leadership and
management skills as well as clinical skills specific to this area with a
structured development programme.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Childrens Nurse
- Registered Nurse Child
- Recognised Teaching and assessing qualification
Desirable
- Speciality Level 2 Course Escalate, EPALS
Experience
Essential
- Clinical experience within speciality
- Audit and Standard setting experience
Desirable
- Clinical experience within speciality
Skills & Behaviours
Essential
- Communication: good written and verbal skills
- Evidence of continued professional development
- Time management skills be able to organise and prioritise own and others workload.
Desirable
- Capable of lateral thinking.
Other Criteria
Essential
- Able to fulfil Occupational Health requirements for the post.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Childrens Nurse
- Registered Nurse Child
- Recognised Teaching and assessing qualification
Desirable
- Speciality Level 2 Course Escalate, EPALS
Experience
Essential
- Clinical experience within speciality
- Audit and Standard setting experience
Desirable
- Clinical experience within speciality
Skills & Behaviours
Essential
- Communication: good written and verbal skills
- Evidence of continued professional development
- Time management skills be able to organise and prioritise own and others workload.
Desirable
- Capable of lateral thinking.
Other Criteria
Essential
- Able to fulfil Occupational Health requirements for the post.
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).
