Job summary
Gate 26a is part of ASCR, the largest division at the North Bristol NHS Trust. Gate 26a specialises in vascular surgery
This is a busy unit that cares for patients who have undergone complex vascular surgery, those requiring acute surgical care as well as vascular patients from the South West region.
As a Sister, you will lead the nursing team in the delivery of evidence based patient centred care, which is of high standard. You will work in partnership with the Senior Sister and ward team in developing the team and provision of the service, forming working relationships with the surgical teams and wider MDT that contribute to care of our patients. You will be involved in the co-ordination of the ward, patient flow, completion of audits and mentoring and supporting of junior staff. You will also be a key member in facilitating changes in needs of the service and play a vital role in the development of the ward team including their ongoing development.
We can offer the senior nurse development programme and multiple other learning opportunities for the successful candidate in this dynamic environment.
Main duties of the job
Band 6 Sister
Opportunity has arisen for a full time permanent Band 6 Sister's post on Gate 26a.
Gate 26a is part of ASCR, the largest division at the North Bristol NHS Trust. Gate 26a specialises in vascular surgery
This is a busy unit that cares for patients who have undergone complex vascular surgery, those requiring acute surgical care as well as vascular patients from the South West region.
As a Sister, you will lead the nursing team in the delivery of evidence based patient centred care, which is of high standard. You will work in partnership with the Senior Sister and ward team in developing the team and provision of the service, forming working relationships with the surgical teams and wider MDT that contribute to care of our patients. You will be involved in the co-ordination of the ward, patient flow, completion of audits and mentoring and supporting of junior staff. You will also be a key member in facilitating changes in needs of the service and play a vital role in the development of the ward team including their ongoing development.
We can offer the senior nurse development programme and multiple other learning opportunities for the successful candidate in this dynamic environment.
About us
Gate 26a is part of ASCR, the largest division at the North Bristol NHS Trust. Gate 26a specialises in vascular surgery
This is a busy unit that cares for patients who have undergone complex vascular surgery, those requiring acute surgical care as well as vascular patients from the South West region.
As a Sister, you will lead the nursing team in the delivery of evidence based patient centred care, which is of high standard. You will work in partnership with the Senior Sister and ward team in developing the team and provision of the service, forming working relationships with the surgical teams and wider MDT that contribute to care of our patients. You will be involved in the co-ordination of the ward, patient flow, completion of audits and mentoring and supporting of junior staff. You will also be a key member in facilitating changes in needs of the service and play a vital role in the development of the ward team including their ongoing development.
We can offer the senior nurse development programme and multiple other learning opportunities for the successful candidate in this dynamic environment.
have an established team within this unique speciality , who are motivated and keen to teach others . working within ASCR you will be supported and encouraged to learn new skills to provide excellent standard of care for your patients.
Job description
Job responsibilities
you will provide leadership to your team in the absence of the band 7 and maintain high standards of care for your patients. You will encourage and support staff with their mandatory training and ensure that all audits are completed in a timely manner. have an established team within this unique speciality , who are motivated and keen to teach others . working within ASCR you will be supported and encouraged to learn new skills to provide excellent standard of care for your patients . take charge of the ward on a regular basis and deal with patient flow throughout the division and work closely with OPs . attend meetings and be able to feedback to your team and encourage a good learning environment within your ward .
Job description
Job responsibilities
you will provide leadership to your team in the absence of the band 7 and maintain high standards of care for your patients. You will encourage and support staff with their mandatory training and ensure that all audits are completed in a timely manner. have an established team within this unique speciality , who are motivated and keen to teach others . working within ASCR you will be supported and encouraged to learn new skills to provide excellent standard of care for your patients . take charge of the ward on a regular basis and deal with patient flow throughout the division and work closely with OPs . attend meetings and be able to feedback to your team and encourage a good learning environment within your ward .
Person Specification
Education/Training/Qualificati
Essential
- RGN with current live registration
Desirable
- Teaching assessing qualification
- Evidence of specialist training or course study
Work Experience
Essential
- Has an acute, current and varied clinical background
- Understanding of the hospital in-patient pathway
Desirable
- Experience of working with the MDT
- Proven experience of teaching and assessing
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Appropriate post registration experience
- Has experience in managing others
- Is competent in a range of clinical skills
- Good organisational skills
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Has experience as a team leader
Person Specification
Education/Training/Qualificati
Essential
- RGN with current live registration
Desirable
- Teaching assessing qualification
- Evidence of specialist training or course study
Work Experience
Essential
- Has an acute, current and varied clinical background
- Understanding of the hospital in-patient pathway
Desirable
- Experience of working with the MDT
- Proven experience of teaching and assessing
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Appropriate post registration experience
- Has experience in managing others
- Is competent in a range of clinical skills
- Good organisational skills
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Has experience as a team leader
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).
