Job summary
Are you an experienced ED nurse looking to further your career within Emergency Care?
Due to a Significant investment to support our Nurse In Charge role we have and exciting opportunity to recruit in into our Band 7 positions.
You will be a dynamic and highly motivated individual undertaking the role of Senior Sister/Charge Nurse and have flexibility to be able to work within a busy and demanding environment. You will be expected to have sound clinical knowledge and wish to develop and share you leadership skills.
We have a strong Leadership Team to support you into this journey which includes our Departmental Unit Manager, Resus lead and Clinical Educator. We will be providing a bespoke induction tailored to the successful candidates needs .
The department is side by side with a Urgent Treatment Centre and currently Staff rotate regularly to work into here.
We have many exciting projects ongoing within the department and recently have been nominated for a Nursing Times Award. We promote academic development within our Emergency Department and two of our senior nurses have literature published.
This vacancy is open to all internal and external candidates.
Candidates are required to present original certificates for qualifications at interview stage.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will-
- Confidently rotate in all areas of the ED.
- Have experience of dealing with acute emergency and minor injuries/illnesses, with a proven professional background at an advanced level within ED nursing or a Minor Injuries Unit.
- Be able to lead and develop a team, promoting excellence in Emergency Care, whilst supporting other team managers in all aspects of department management.
- Have excellent communication skills and a flexibility to meet the needs of the service are required, as you will be involved in developing and implementing initiatives to improve the patient experience.
- Will be committed to providing high quality care to a range of patients with differing needs and be willing to embrace new role opportunities and expand your role as the service develops.
- Have a proactive approach to ED nursing.
- Be flexible and adaptable.
- Be ALS qualified and Level 2 Trauma trained ( Training can be provided).
About us
Choose Well - Choose WWL
Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh Teaching Hospitals, NHS Foundation Trust are the proud providers of acute hospital and community services to the people of the Wigan Borough and surrounding areas. At WWL, we value our staff believing that 'happy staff, makes for happy patients'. We have a recognised track record in staff engagement, and living our values 'the WWL Way'.
WWL are committed to placing the patient at the heart of everything we do, and in the provision of safe, effective care that acknowledges and ensures dignity. With this in mind we are seeking to recruit people who share our values and beliefs.
On-Call
Please note that senior positions (AFC band 8A or above) may be expected to participate in an on-call rota, if the role is predominantly operational.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Responsible for the daily management and organisation of the unit in leading and ensuring a quality nursing service is provided for patients attending the Emergency Care Centre.
Ensure the efficient use of resources by implementing, monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of care provision using evidence based practice.
Provide clinical and managerial expertise and act as a resource for all disciplines of staff and service users.
To act as a role model in providing leadership and support to staff in conjunction with the Deputy Divisional Director of Nursing and Matron to implement the recommendations of the nursing strategy.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Responsible for the daily management and organisation of the unit in leading and ensuring a quality nursing service is provided for patients attending the Emergency Care Centre.
Ensure the efficient use of resources by implementing, monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of care provision using evidence based practice.
Provide clinical and managerial expertise and act as a resource for all disciplines of staff and service users.
To act as a role model in providing leadership and support to staff in conjunction with the Deputy Divisional Director of Nursing and Matron to implement the recommendations of the nursing strategy.
Person Specification
Additional
Essential
- Flexible
- Internal rotation
- Speak English to an appropriate standard relevant to their role, i.e. with confidence and accuracy, using correct sentence structures and vocabulary, and without hesitation
Knowledge
Essential
- Evidence of up to date Emergency Nursing issues
Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Proven leadership/organisational skills
- Sound clinical skills
Desirable
- Managing Staff on a regular basis
Experience
Essential
- Experience at senior level within Emergency Care / relevant acute setting
- Experience of teaching/assessing/supervising others in a clinical setting
- Evidence of change management in clinical practice
Desirable
- Involvement in audit / research
- ALS/TNCC qualification or equivalent
- Experience of working with Electronic Patient Record
Qualification
Essential
- RGN
- Evidence of continued professional Development
- Management /Leadership qualification or equivalent experience
- Diploma/ Degree qualification on health care subject
Desirable
- In possession of or working towards Accredited Teaching / assessing certificate
Person Specification
Additional
Essential
- Flexible
- Internal rotation
- Speak English to an appropriate standard relevant to their role, i.e. with confidence and accuracy, using correct sentence structures and vocabulary, and without hesitation
Knowledge
Essential
- Evidence of up to date Emergency Nursing issues
Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Proven leadership/organisational skills
- Sound clinical skills
Desirable
- Managing Staff on a regular basis
Experience
Essential
- Experience at senior level within Emergency Care / relevant acute setting
- Experience of teaching/assessing/supervising others in a clinical setting
- Evidence of change management in clinical practice
Desirable
- Involvement in audit / research
- ALS/TNCC qualification or equivalent
- Experience of working with Electronic Patient Record
Qualification
Essential
- RGN
- Evidence of continued professional Development
- Management /Leadership qualification or equivalent experience
- Diploma/ Degree qualification on health care subject
Desirable
- In possession of or working towards Accredited Teaching / assessing certificate
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
Wrightington Wigan & Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Royal Albert Edward Infirmary
Wigan Lane
Wigan
WN1 2NN
Employer's website
http://www.wwl.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
