Job summary
To work effectively and efficiently within the framework of team nursing and individualised patient care.
In collaboration with the ward/department integrated multidisciplinary team to develop, implement and evaluate programmes of care for patients.
To contribute towards developing and maintaining a suitable and stimulating learning environment.
To take charge of the unit in the absence of the unit sister/charge nurse and to supervise junior registered and unregistered staff.
Main duties of the job
1. Practice and supervise nursing and the delivery of patient care in accordance with NMC Code of Professional Conduct and Trust/Department/Ward Policies and Procedures.
2. Be responsible and accountable for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of individual care needs for assigned patients, ensuring safe practice and maintaining high standards of care.
3. With the Ward Sister/Charge Nurse and their deputies ensure that clinical and housekeeping practice follows policies/procedures designed to prevent hospital acquired infection.
4. To safely administer prescribed IV medication and therapeutic interventions within Willow Day unit to facilitate early discharge from hospital and admission avoidance.
5. Be conversant with current emergency resuscitation techniques and fire regulations and procedures both in theory and practice
6. Ensure safe storage and administration of medicines in accordance with legislation and Trust policy and practice.
About us
Ashford and St. Peters Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust serves a population of more than 410,000 people living in North-West Surrey, parts of Hounslow and beyond.
Over 3,700 highly trained doctors, nurses, midwives, therapists, healthcare scientists and other support staff make up our workforce, providing a wide range of services across our two hospital sites, Ashford, Surrey and St Peter's, Chertsey, Surrey.
We also run many specialist clinics in the community and local community hospitals and other healthcare facilities.
Our vision is to be one of the best healthcare Trusts in the country. There has never been a better time to join us in the NHS at ASPH. We are committed to providing continuous professional development and flexibility to shape our workforce around our patient care.
We are expanding our theatres at Ashford Hospital and moving towards this becoming our dedicated elective centre. We want to create a state-of-the-art centre for excellence for planned surgical procedures.
We can offer you the full range of NHS benefits/discounts and in addition:
- Excellent pension scheme and annual leave entitlement
- On-site Nurseries
- On-site staff cafes
- On-site parking
- Support in career development
- Salary Sacrifice schemes including wage stream, lease cars, Cycle to Work schemes and home electronics
Adverts may close early, so applicants are encouraged to submit an application as soon as possible.
For more information about a career at ASPH please visit:www.asph-careers.org
Job description
Job responsibilities
1. Practice and supervise nursing and the delivery of patient care in accordance with NMC Code of Professional Conduct and Trust/Department/Ward Policies and Procedures.
2. Be responsible and accountable for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of individual care needs for assigned patients, ensuring safe practice and maintaining high standards of care.
3. With the Ward Sister/Charge Nurse and their deputies ensure that clinical and housekeeping practice follows policies/procedures designed to prevent hospital acquired infection.
4. Work effectively and efficiently as part of the ward team, and in accordance with the nursing philosophy.
5. To safely administer prescribed IV medication and therapeutic interventions within Willow Day unit to facilitate early discharge from hospital and admission avoidance.
6. Ensure safe storage and administration of medicines in accordance with legislation and Trust policy and practice.
Job description
Job responsibilities
1. Practice and supervise nursing and the delivery of patient care in accordance with NMC Code of Professional Conduct and Trust/Department/Ward Policies and Procedures.
2. Be responsible and accountable for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of individual care needs for assigned patients, ensuring safe practice and maintaining high standards of care.
3. With the Ward Sister/Charge Nurse and their deputies ensure that clinical and housekeeping practice follows policies/procedures designed to prevent hospital acquired infection.
4. Work effectively and efficiently as part of the ward team, and in accordance with the nursing philosophy.
5. To safely administer prescribed IV medication and therapeutic interventions within Willow Day unit to facilitate early discharge from hospital and admission avoidance.
6. Ensure safe storage and administration of medicines in accordance with legislation and Trust policy and practice.
Person Specification
Attitude, Behaviour and Values
Essential
- oAlways puts patients first
- oWilling and able to take personal responsibility
- oSeeks out and takes opportunities for improving the service offered
Qualifications and Further Training
Essential
- oMust be an NMC registered nurse (RGN)
- oDiploma level qualification or equivalent knowledge, skills and competency gained through experience.
- oWillingness to undertake further professional development
Desirable
- Evidence of further training. IV Passport
Experience
Essential
- oExperience within an acute environment
- oManaging/taking charge of a ward/unit
- oCERNER
Desirable
- oPrevious experience in a Medical Day Unit
Skills
Essential
- oTeaching and assessing skills.
- oEvidence of the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
- oAbility to work effectively alone and as part of a team.
Person Specification
Attitude, Behaviour and Values
Essential
- oAlways puts patients first
- oWilling and able to take personal responsibility
- oSeeks out and takes opportunities for improving the service offered
Qualifications and Further Training
Essential
- oMust be an NMC registered nurse (RGN)
- oDiploma level qualification or equivalent knowledge, skills and competency gained through experience.
- oWillingness to undertake further professional development
Desirable
- Evidence of further training. IV Passport
Experience
Essential
- oExperience within an acute environment
- oManaging/taking charge of a ward/unit
- oCERNER
Desirable
- oPrevious experience in a Medical Day Unit
Skills
Essential
- oTeaching and assessing skills.
- oEvidence of the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
- oAbility to work effectively alone and as part of a team.
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).
