Job summary
We are looking for a dynamic and motivated individual to join our senior nursing team within Leicester Royal Infirmary, Ward 22, Gastro and Colorectal Sugery for a 12 month secondment to cover maternity leave.
We are looking for someone who is extremely enthusiastic, flexible and well motivated to enhance our excellent team.
The post holder will be supported by experienced Matron's and a dedicated team of HCA's and band 5's.
The successful candidate will take responsibility for the day to day running of the unit.
Please contact Chloe Wilkinson (Matron) - 07773132404 for more information or to arrange an informal visit.
Main duties of the job
The post holderwill be accountable and responsible for Ward 22. The post holder will be visible, accessible and responsive to the needs of service users, patients, carers and the public.
The post holderwill be required to support clinical shifts as well as providing managerial cover and cover paediatric bleepholder shifts for CHUGGS.
Wider responsibilities include the provision of a supportive learning environment for continuing education; reporting to the Matron and supporting the wider organisation; reduction of risk and audit; managing resources and information; and co-ordinating activity within the unit.
You should be positive and adaptable to a changing environment that prides itself on quality and efficiency. You will be given the opportunity to learn and develop new leadership and management skills and act as a role model for best practice to junior staff. This role will also allow for further development opportunities within our team. A calm, diplomatic and caring approach is necessary and you must have the ability to deal with the varied and challenging demands. You must have the ability to multi-task and prioritise under pressure, work within a large multi-disciplinary team and ensure the trust values are incorporated in to practice.
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:
- We focus on what matters most
- We treat others how we would like to be treated
- We are passionate and creative in our work
- We do what we say we are going to do
- We are one team and we are best when we work together
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)
The detailed job description and main responsibilities are included as an attachment to this advert.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To be a visible, accessible and assertive figure to whom patients, relatives and staff can turn for assistance, advice and support.
- Build successful links between nursing and other professions to support and promote effective multi-disciplinary team working.
- To lead and support the team through any changes, demonstrating tenacity, drive, professional integrity, balance and perspective.
- To develop the role of other team members, supporting them in gaining the appropriate competencies to achieve the required standards of care.
- To motivate all team members and lead innovation and expertise in clinical practice by example.
- Through effective communication, disseminate information across the healthcare teams.
- To resolve conflict and ensure feedback and planning for the future occurs.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To be a visible, accessible and assertive figure to whom patients, relatives and staff can turn for assistance, advice and support.
- Build successful links between nursing and other professions to support and promote effective multi-disciplinary team working.
- To lead and support the team through any changes, demonstrating tenacity, drive, professional integrity, balance and perspective.
- To develop the role of other team members, supporting them in gaining the appropriate competencies to achieve the required standards of care.
- To motivate all team members and lead innovation and expertise in clinical practice by example.
- Through effective communication, disseminate information across the healthcare teams.
- To resolve conflict and ensure feedback and planning for the future occurs.
Person Specification
X3 Years Nursing experience
Essential
- Registered Adult Nurse Degree level education
- Recognised NMC teaching and assessing qualification
- Ability to lead a team
- Experience in clinical audit and interpreting and actioning results
Desirable
- Effective communication skills is complex situations
- X2 years Deputy Sister experience
- Evidence/experience in change management
Good examples of de-escalating complaints
Essential
- Good examples of leadership
Good examples of positive service change
Essential
- Integration with the team
- Leading by example
Person Specification
X3 Years Nursing experience
Essential
- Registered Adult Nurse Degree level education
- Recognised NMC teaching and assessing qualification
- Ability to lead a team
- Experience in clinical audit and interpreting and actioning results
Desirable
- Effective communication skills is complex situations
- X2 years Deputy Sister experience
- Evidence/experience in change management
Good examples of de-escalating complaints
Essential
- Good examples of leadership
Good examples of positive service change
Essential
- Integration with the team
- Leading by example
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).
