Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic and motivated Deputy Team Leader to join the Obstetric and Emergency Theatre Team at The Leicester General Hospital.
The Leicester General Hospital provides a comprehensive Maternity and Emergency service to the people of Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland.
The successful applicant may be required to cover other theatre areas as needed. Obstetrics and Emergencies at the LGH is a 24/7 theatre so out of hours work will be required."
Shift patterns:-
- 8-6 (day) Mon-Fri
- 8-6 (weekend) followed by on call overnight
- 8-8 (day) 7 day
- 8-8 (night) 7 day
- 12-10 (Mon- Fri) followed by on call overnight
Main duties of the job
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To be a visible clinical expert, leading on a day to day basis; providing direction and effective and inspirational leadership to all members of the multi disciplinary team within the area of responsibility.
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Responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of programmes of evidence based care to patients.
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Leadership and supervision of others carrying out all aspects of the caring process.
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Deputise and take charge of the given area regularly in the absence of the Team Leader who has 24hour accountability and responsibility.
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Participate in the effective clinical leadership and management of the team.
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Actively contribute to the improvement of services and the quality of care provision to meet the needs of patients, service users and their families.
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Act as a role model, mentoring, teaching, assessing and supporting students and learners on placement and participate in the education, development and mentorship of other staff.
About us
We are one of the biggest and busiest NHS trusts in the country, incorporating the General, Glenfield and Royal Infirmary hospitals. We have our very own Children's Hospital and run one of the country's leading heart centres.
Our team is made up of more than 17,000 staff providing a range of services primarily for the one million residents of Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland.We work with partners at the University of Leicester and De Montfort University providing world-class teaching to nurture and develop the next generation of doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals, many of whom go on to spend their working lives with us.
Our purpose is to provide 'Caring at its best' and our staff have helped us create a set of values that embody who we are and what we're here to do. They are:
Our patients are at the heart of all we do and we believe that 'Caring at its best' is not just about the treatments and services we provide, but about giving our patients the best possible experience.
About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust: (leicestershospitals.nhs.uk)
Job description
Job responsibilities
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Support the Team Leader/Matron to ensure the ward/Department environment is safe, clean, comfortable and well maintained in line with patient and public expectations.
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Ensure that the delivery of care to own patients and for all patients when in charge meet the standards determined by the Sister/Charge Nurse/Team Leader.
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Ensure that self and team members act at all times to provide a personalised service to patients in accordance with agreed standards and promotes quality, diversity and rights.
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Contribute to setting, maintaining and monitoring of standards of care to the optimum level and lead the improvement of care, through benchmarking, audit and research.
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In the absence of the Team Leader ensure there is adequate support, safe mentorship and supervision of learner nurses and all staff.
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Proactively seek feedback on patient and public experience in order to address concerns in a timely manner and build on success.
(Please refer to the job description/person specification for further details)
Job description
Job responsibilities
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Support the Team Leader/Matron to ensure the ward/Department environment is safe, clean, comfortable and well maintained in line with patient and public expectations.
-
Ensure that the delivery of care to own patients and for all patients when in charge meet the standards determined by the Sister/Charge Nurse/Team Leader.
-
Ensure that self and team members act at all times to provide a personalised service to patients in accordance with agreed standards and promotes quality, diversity and rights.
-
Contribute to setting, maintaining and monitoring of standards of care to the optimum level and lead the improvement of care, through benchmarking, audit and research.
-
In the absence of the Team Leader ensure there is adequate support, safe mentorship and supervision of learner nurses and all staff.
-
Proactively seek feedback on patient and public experience in order to address concerns in a timely manner and build on success.
(Please refer to the job description/person specification for further details)
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 3 years post registration including 2 years within theatres
- Good understanding of quality, safety and risk management
- Demonstrates a high level of clinical expertise
Desirable
- Audit experience / research skills
Training and qualifications
Essential
- RGN/ODP - First Level
- Have completed a Practice Assessor preparation day and have recent experience in supporting/assessing learners' practice in the workplace
- Evidence of Post registration Educational Continuing development
Desirable
- Clinical leadership program
Communication
Essential
- Use initiative and has the ability to lead and co-ordinate a multi disciplinary team
- Good verbal and written skills
Desirable
Planning and organisation
Essential
- Ability to prioritise
- Evidence of successful change management
Rescource utilisation
Essential
- Demonstrates understanding of efficient and effective use of resources where the workload can be unpredictable
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 3 years post registration including 2 years within theatres
- Good understanding of quality, safety and risk management
- Demonstrates a high level of clinical expertise
Desirable
- Audit experience / research skills
Training and qualifications
Essential
- RGN/ODP - First Level
- Have completed a Practice Assessor preparation day and have recent experience in supporting/assessing learners' practice in the workplace
- Evidence of Post registration Educational Continuing development
Desirable
- Clinical leadership program
Communication
Essential
- Use initiative and has the ability to lead and co-ordinate a multi disciplinary team
- Good verbal and written skills
Desirable
Planning and organisation
Essential
- Ability to prioritise
- Evidence of successful change management
Rescource utilisation
Essential
- Demonstrates understanding of efficient and effective use of resources where the workload can be unpredictable
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).
