Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Junior Sister (AMU), Band 6

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Job summary

Permanent position, 37.5 hours a week

A fantastic opportunity has arisen to join the Acute Medical Unit (AMU) team at Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. We are delighted to be able to offer a post at this exciting time to an expanding team. We are seeking motivated, dynamic leaders with considerable acute nursing experience looking for a challenging and rewarding career within Acute Medicine.

Main duties of the job

Working alongside the existing AMU team to assist in the enhancement and development of AMU services, with a particular focus on the delivery of high quality care within a busy ever changing environment. As a visible leader you will assure high quality patient-centred care by providing expert clinical practice, advice, education and effective nursing management of all patients accessing the AMU.

About us

The posts offer an opportunity to develop clinically and managerially within a supportive and friendly environment. Training and development opportunities are available within this post.

Details

Date posted

14 July 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£35,392 to £42,618 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

318-23-R11650

Job locations

Gloucestershire Royal

Gloucester

GL1 3NN


Job description

Job responsibilities

The team provides 24/7 cover within Gloucester Royal and is in the process of expanding its bed base in the near future, in line with Fit for the Future Plans. The AMU is a fast based environment, requiring previous acute experience. This is an exciting time to join the team and we welcome informal visits.

See attached for full job description and person specification.

For more information please contact Siniya Mathew - Acute Medicine Matron on Siniya.mathew@nhs.net

Job description

Job responsibilities

The team provides 24/7 cover within Gloucester Royal and is in the process of expanding its bed base in the near future, in line with Fit for the Future Plans. The AMU is a fast based environment, requiring previous acute experience. This is an exciting time to join the team and we welcome informal visits.

See attached for full job description and person specification.

For more information please contact Siniya Mathew - Acute Medicine Matron on Siniya.mathew@nhs.net

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Registered Nurse with active NMC registration
  • Holds a teaching or mentorship qualification
  • Evidence of relevant continued professional development

Experience

Essential

  • Appropriate experience at a Band 5 level
  • Experience within acute ward care environment
  • Previous experience of leading a team / coordinating a team

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Essential

  • Evidence of clinical skill competency
  • Ability to be Flexible and Adaptable
  • Good time management
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Registered Nurse with active NMC registration
  • Holds a teaching or mentorship qualification
  • Evidence of relevant continued professional development

Experience

Essential

  • Appropriate experience at a Band 5 level
  • Experience within acute ward care environment
  • Previous experience of leading a team / coordinating a team

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Essential

  • Evidence of clinical skill competency
  • Ability to be Flexible and Adaptable
  • Good time management

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.

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.

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

Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Gloucestershire Royal

Gloucester

GL1 3NN


Employer's website

https://www.gloshospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Gloucestershire Royal

Gloucester

GL1 3NN


Employer's website

https://www.gloshospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Acute Medicine Matron

Siniya Mathew

Siniya.mathew@nhs.net

Details

Date posted

14 July 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£35,392 to £42,618 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

318-23-R11650

Job locations

Gloucestershire Royal

Gloucester

GL1 3NN


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