Job summary
An opportunity has arisen for highly motivated individuals to apply for the role of Band 6 Deputy Sister/Charge Nurse in the Emergency Department.
There will be an opportunity for permanent posts and developmental posts.
We are looking to recruit enthusiastic, confident and self-motivated nurses who possess excellent communication skills and enjoy a challenge to join our senior nursing team. Applicants must enjoy a fast pace acute environment as well as having a keen interest in ensuring high quality nursing standards are being delivered. You must havethe skills required to work across all department areas and proven leadership skills.
For further information or to organise an informal visit, don't hesitate to contact Emergency Department matron Carol Fitzpatrick on 0116 2520134 or Taylor Holwell 01162520135
Main duties of the job
Responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of programmes of evidence-based nursing care to a group of patients.Leadership and supervision of others carrying out all aspects of the caring process.
Deputise and take charge of the given area regularly in the absence of the department Manager who has 24 hour accountability and responsibility.Actively contribute to setting and maintaining high standards of quality nursing care.
Participate in the effective clinical leadership and management of the department team.
Actively contribute to the improvement of services and the quality of care provision to meet the needs of patients, service users and their families.
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:
- 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
Assist the Department Manager with the allocation and utilisation of staff, ensuring that there is maximum use of resources available to enable the delivery of highest standards of care
Assist the Department Manager in allocating student learners to appropriately qualified mentors and assessors and ensure learning opportunities are provided and learning outcomes met.
Ensure confidentiality is maintained at all times and information relating to patient/users and personnel is used only in connection with authorised duties
Co-ordinate, prioritise, facilitate and monitor the delivery of care to own patients and to other patients when in charge, ensuring continuity of care.
Act as a professional and clinical role model to all staff, patients, carers and the public at all times.
Supervise the performance standards of own team members and, in the absence of the Department Manager, other nursing staff within the ward.
Assist with and deputise for the Department Manager in the management and organisation of the ward.
Maximise use of clinical and staff resources, implementing best practice in patient flow, admission and discharge arrangements.
Maximise use of clinical and staff resources, implementing best practice in patient flow, admission and discharge arrangements.
Promote the development of new services within the ward area and assist the Department Manager in implementing change.
Participate in staff recruitment and selection processes and wider recruitment and retention strategies.
Act in a professional manner and ensure self and ward staff adhere to the UHL Uniform policy at all times.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Assist the Department Manager with the allocation and utilisation of staff, ensuring that there is maximum use of resources available to enable the delivery of highest standards of care
Assist the Department Manager in allocating student learners to appropriately qualified mentors and assessors and ensure learning opportunities are provided and learning outcomes met.
Ensure confidentiality is maintained at all times and information relating to patient/users and personnel is used only in connection with authorised duties
Co-ordinate, prioritise, facilitate and monitor the delivery of care to own patients and to other patients when in charge, ensuring continuity of care.
Act as a professional and clinical role model to all staff, patients, carers and the public at all times.
Supervise the performance standards of own team members and, in the absence of the Department Manager, other nursing staff within the ward.
Assist with and deputise for the Department Manager in the management and organisation of the ward.
Maximise use of clinical and staff resources, implementing best practice in patient flow, admission and discharge arrangements.
Maximise use of clinical and staff resources, implementing best practice in patient flow, admission and discharge arrangements.
Promote the development of new services within the ward area and assist the Department Manager in implementing change.
Participate in staff recruitment and selection processes and wider recruitment and retention strategies.
Act in a professional manner and ensure self and ward staff adhere to the UHL Uniform policy at all times.
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- Registered RN with NMC registration
- Evidence of Post registration Educational Continuing development
Desirable
- Development of multi-disciplinary working practices
Experience
Essential
- Suitable post-registration experience
- Evidence of innovation and achievements in Clinical Practice
- Coordination of all areas in the emergency department
Desirable
- Development of multi-disciplinary working practices
Skills
Essential
- Demonstrates a high level of clinical expertise
- Good understanding of clinical governance
- Triage Training
- ILS/IRT Course Completed
- Plastering and Suturing
Desirable
- Audit experience/research skills
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- Registered RN with NMC registration
- Evidence of Post registration Educational Continuing development
Desirable
- Development of multi-disciplinary working practices
Experience
Essential
- Suitable post-registration experience
- Evidence of innovation and achievements in Clinical Practice
- Coordination of all areas in the emergency department
Desirable
- Development of multi-disciplinary working practices
Skills
Essential
- Demonstrates a high level of clinical expertise
- Good understanding of clinical governance
- Triage Training
- ILS/IRT Course Completed
- Plastering and Suturing
Desirable
- Audit experience/research skills
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).
