Job summary
Join
SIM (Specialty Integrated Medicine) at LTHT we have an exciting chance for a
Band 6 role within one of the Older adult medical wards. Ward J15 is currently a 28 bedded ward,
accommodating a combination of female and male patients. The post holder will be responsible for
leading the ward staff and working closely in collaboration with the MDT across
Specialty Integrated Medicine. J15 provides a great standard of quality care
for all our patients and we are looking for highly skilled nurses to continue
the fantastic work that J15 has already achieved in caring for our older
population in Leeds so we are looking for a enthusiastic and dynamic individual
with the capability to empower a team whilst remaining patient centered. Applicants will be expected to practice
effectively & delivery excellent care in a timely manner to our patient
group.A commitment to personal professional development is essential with the
promise from the managing team that we are dedicated to developing our
workforce.Candidates are required to have a least 12 months experience at Band
5 level and have substantial acute nursing background with experience in caring
for patients in an acute setting. If you would like to discuss this role
further or arrange a ward visit please contact Matron Matthew Pinnock
matthew.pinnock@nhs.net or Ward Manager James Barraclough
james.barraclough6@nhs.net.
Main duties of the job
Acts
in accordance with the Nursing & Midwifery Council (NMC) Code of
Conduct.Communicate with patients and carers to ensure they have access to
appropriate information.Maintain and deliver compassionate patient focused care
in accordance with LTHT guidelines, policies, values and behaviours.Provide
assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of nursing care for
patients, ensuring documentation standards are upheld in accordance with NMC
and LTHT guidelines, whether written or computerised.Promote and maintain
positive relationships between all staff involved in the care of
patients.Promote evidence based practice.Participate in the audit and
evaluation of clinical practice in the interests of promoting and improving
quality care through action on findings.Undertake duties on other wards or
departments as and when required by service demands or patient need.Act in such
a way that safeguards the health and wellbeing of children and vulnerable
adults at all times. Is familiar with and adheres to, the LTHT safeguarding
policies.Contribute to the promotion of a positive clinical learning
environment.Keep up to date with developments, advances and research in
individualised patient care.Participate in research and or education programmes
relating to professional nursing issues and practice.In the absence of the
Senior Charge Nurse take charge of the ward or department and co-ordinate ward
or department activities.
About us
The
Specialty and Integrated Medicine (SIM) clinical service unit encompasses many
specialities, a broad range of jobs and a common goal of providing seamless
integrated patient centred care. We strive to be SIMply the best!Our services
include Older Peoples Medicine (including Same Day Emergency Care), Diabetes,
Endocrinology, HIV Outpatients, Leeds Sexual Health, Infectious Diseases and a
variety of related specialisms. We work closely with other teams across the
Trust, facilitating the admission, care and discharge of one of its largest
acute patient cohorts.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 Senior Sister/Charge Nurse
in teaching the nursing teams throughout the 24 hour period.
As an experienced nurse the jobholder
will co-ordinate activities on the ward/dept 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 jobholder will work within an
environment caring for 28 male &
female patients.
The jobholder will support the Senior
Sister/Charge Nurse in the day to day management of approximately 45 whole time
equivalent nurses and support staff.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The jobholder will play an essential
role assisting Senior Sister/Charge Nurse
in teaching the nursing teams throughout the 24 hour period.
As an experienced nurse the jobholder
will co-ordinate activities on the ward/dept 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 jobholder will work within an
environment caring for 28 male &
female patients.
The jobholder will support the Senior
Sister/Charge Nurse in the day to day management of approximately 45 whole time
equivalent nurses and support staff.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience at staff nurse level or equivalentInsight into clinical specialityInsight into current issues in nursing/ professional issues. Standards of professional practice. An understanding of the organisational structure and working practices of the organisation. Understanding of the local and national nursing agenda. Awareness of Leeds Teaching Hospitals Trust guidelines and policies. Clinical audit and standard settingWorking with a wide range of professionals including medical, nursing and management colleagues
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse (Level 1). Recognised teaching/assessing qualification. Evidence of continued professional development and implementation in clinical practice within the last 12 months
Desirable
- Understanding of training needs in relation to post
Skills and Behaviour
Essential
- Teaching and assessing skills. Communication skillsTime management skillsPreceptorship skills. Understanding of research-based practice research consciousTeam player. Ability to act professionally at all times. Understanding of the process of change. Ability to communicate effectively within a multi-disciplinary team. Ability to teach, supervise and assess qualified and unqualified staff. Time management skills. Clinical leadership. Professional and patient focused. Flexible, adaptable, capable of lateral thinking. Excellent interpersonal skills
Desirable
- Recruitment and selection (desirable)
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience at staff nurse level or equivalentInsight into clinical specialityInsight into current issues in nursing/ professional issues. Standards of professional practice. An understanding of the organisational structure and working practices of the organisation. Understanding of the local and national nursing agenda. Awareness of Leeds Teaching Hospitals Trust guidelines and policies. Clinical audit and standard settingWorking with a wide range of professionals including medical, nursing and management colleagues
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse (Level 1). Recognised teaching/assessing qualification. Evidence of continued professional development and implementation in clinical practice within the last 12 months
Desirable
- Understanding of training needs in relation to post
Skills and Behaviour
Essential
- Teaching and assessing skills. Communication skillsTime management skillsPreceptorship skills. Understanding of research-based practice research consciousTeam player. Ability to act professionally at all times. Understanding of the process of change. Ability to communicate effectively within a multi-disciplinary team. Ability to teach, supervise and assess qualified and unqualified staff. Time management skills. Clinical leadership. Professional and patient focused. Flexible, adaptable, capable of lateral thinking. Excellent interpersonal skills
Desirable
- Recruitment and selection (desirable)
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).
