Job summary
Respiratory Ward Sister / Charge Nurse Band 6: Permanent position: 37.5 hours/week
We are seeking applications for 3
x Band 6 Positions to join our Respiratory team.
We are looking for highly
motivated individuals that are competent shift leaders with respiratory
experience to join our team.
Applicants for the Deputy Sister/Charge Nurse, Maple ward - Band 6 position need not apply as Interviews for this post will take place jointly
with Chestnut Ward to avoid staff having to apply for both.
Interviews will take place
Tuesday 18th July 2023
For an informal discussion please
contact:
Carla Quintela: Ward Manager carla.quintela@nhs.net ext. 6708
Kathryn Wood: Matron Kathryn.wood6@nhs.net ext. 3268
Main duties of the job
The post
holder will work closely with the Ward Manager & their Band 6 Sister /
Charge Nurse Colleagues. They will work in close conjunction with the
Respiratory Consultants, Matron, Senior ward team, Practice Educator and
Learning & Development Teams
They will act as
a role model and resource, providing information and promoting high standards
of patient care, whilst working closely with other professionals of the wider
Multidisciplinary team.
Chestnut is a busy ward with fluctuating
numbers of Non-invasive ventilation, Airvo and acutely unwell patients. On a
daily basis the ward works closely with the capacity management team to ensure
effective placement taking into consideration acuity, patient allocation and
any isolation requirements and working with teams to flex capacity and movement
of patients to provide a safe environment for our patients and their care delivery.
The Sister / Charge nurse role compliments
the Ward Manager role and responsibilities in providing leadership and support
to the team in the delivery of patient care, monitoring and maintaining acceptable
standards of care in conjunction with the multi-disciplinary team.
The postholder will work closely with the ward
manager and services aligned to the ward which in addition to the nursing and
clerical staff which will include physiotherapy team, nutrition, Matron, and
the Divisional Chief Nurse. The post
holder will assist the ward manager and support the wards key priorities including finance and risk.
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, 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 Ashford & St Peters Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust with our strong commitment to staff health and wellbeing. We are committed to providing continuous professional development, staff benefits and flexibility to shape our workforce around our patient care.
Please see the supporting links which you can find on the right-hand side of this job advert. There is guidance on how to make an application on NHS Jobs as well as more information about joining the ASPH Team
Although it isn't the Trusts normal practice, adverts may close early, so applicants are encouraged to submit an application as soon as possible.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This is a permanent
position / 37.5 hours per week
The successful postholder will
have key working relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.
This role will work in conjunction with the Ward Manager / Respiratory Consultants/
Respiratory Matron / Senior ward team /
Practice Educator & Learning Development Teams
Communication
and flexibility to achieve high standards whilst supporting patients and their
relatives is key. In conjunction with supporting and developing the ward team
as described in the job description and personal specification.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This is a permanent
position / 37.5 hours per week
The successful postholder will
have key working relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.
This role will work in conjunction with the Ward Manager / Respiratory Consultants/
Respiratory Matron / Senior ward team /
Practice Educator & Learning Development Teams
Communication
and flexibility to achieve high standards whilst supporting patients and their
relatives is key. In conjunction with supporting and developing the ward team
as described in the job description and personal specification.
Person Specification
Skills
Essential
- Must be able to demonstrate, in relation to patients, visitors, colleagues and other individuals connected with the Trust and NHS:
- You have knowledge & awareness of diversity and human rights as appropriate to your role
- You are able to communicate effectively to ensure high standards of care, treatment, service or support as appropriate to your role,
- Patient facing roles -be able to understand an individuals communication, physical & emotional needs; recognise their needs and preferences
- Able to provide a customer focussed service
- Able to take and document routine observations of patients
- Good communication skills including ability to listen, to discuss and to inform clearly, ability to record in writing both clearly and accurately.
- Good literacy and numeracy skills
- Ability to work autonomously when required.
- Manuel dexterity and manipulation skills
- Ability to handle simple photographic equipment
- Ability to assist others with the delivery of care e.g. assisting in minor surgery
- Ability to work with competing priorities
- Ability to communicate routine information that requires tact and persuasive skills, or where there may be barriers to understanding.
- Basic IT skills, including the use of Word, Excel and Outlook.
- Able to demonstrate that you are honest, reliable and trustworthy
- Treat patients, visitors, colleagues with respect
- Ability to travel between Trust sites
- Ability to be flexible to meet the needs of the team, the service and the Trust
Qualifications
Essential
- First Level NMC Registered Nurse
Experience
Essential
- Competent Shift Leader
- Respiratory experience
- Managing a team
- Relevant clinical course
- Evidence of further professional development at a minimum of diploma level, or equivalent knowledge, skills and competency gained through experience
Knowledge
Essential
- Trust vision, values and strategic objectives
- Good knowledge and understanding of the fundamentals of nursing care
- Able to utilize computer systems
- Knowledge of medical terminology
Attitude, Behaviour and Values
Essential
- Always puts patients first
- Customer service focus
- Willing and able to take personal responsibility
- Demonstrates passion for excellence
- Seeks out and takes opportunities for improving the service offered
- Takes pride in their work and their team
- Flexible in their attitudes and behaviours to support team working and delivery of objectives
- Respects, values and cares for others
- Supports learning and development of self and others
- Supports and promotes equality and diversity
Person Specification
Skills
Essential
- Must be able to demonstrate, in relation to patients, visitors, colleagues and other individuals connected with the Trust and NHS:
- You have knowledge & awareness of diversity and human rights as appropriate to your role
- You are able to communicate effectively to ensure high standards of care, treatment, service or support as appropriate to your role,
- Patient facing roles -be able to understand an individuals communication, physical & emotional needs; recognise their needs and preferences
- Able to provide a customer focussed service
- Able to take and document routine observations of patients
- Good communication skills including ability to listen, to discuss and to inform clearly, ability to record in writing both clearly and accurately.
- Good literacy and numeracy skills
- Ability to work autonomously when required.
- Manuel dexterity and manipulation skills
- Ability to handle simple photographic equipment
- Ability to assist others with the delivery of care e.g. assisting in minor surgery
- Ability to work with competing priorities
- Ability to communicate routine information that requires tact and persuasive skills, or where there may be barriers to understanding.
- Basic IT skills, including the use of Word, Excel and Outlook.
- Able to demonstrate that you are honest, reliable and trustworthy
- Treat patients, visitors, colleagues with respect
- Ability to travel between Trust sites
- Ability to be flexible to meet the needs of the team, the service and the Trust
Qualifications
Essential
- First Level NMC Registered Nurse
Experience
Essential
- Competent Shift Leader
- Respiratory experience
- Managing a team
- Relevant clinical course
- Evidence of further professional development at a minimum of diploma level, or equivalent knowledge, skills and competency gained through experience
Knowledge
Essential
- Trust vision, values and strategic objectives
- Good knowledge and understanding of the fundamentals of nursing care
- Able to utilize computer systems
- Knowledge of medical terminology
Attitude, Behaviour and Values
Essential
- Always puts patients first
- Customer service focus
- Willing and able to take personal responsibility
- Demonstrates passion for excellence
- Seeks out and takes opportunities for improving the service offered
- Takes pride in their work and their team
- Flexible in their attitudes and behaviours to support team working and delivery of objectives
- Respects, values and cares for others
- Supports learning and development of self and others
- Supports and promotes equality and diversity
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).
