Job summary
We are looking for dynamic, motivated and experienced individuals who are seeking an opportunity to be a join our Intensive Care Team in the role of Senior Sister/Charge Nurse. There will be potential for a Secondment position in addition to a permanent position.
Each post holder will work alongside the ICU Matron and a team of Senior Sisters providing direction and inspirational leadership to the nursing and multi-disciplinary team within ICU.
The Glenfield Hospital ICU provides care to patients following Cardiac, Hepatobiliary, Renal, Thoracic and Vascular surgery as well as, General and Breast Surgery. Glenfield's large medical, nursing and support team also deliver treatment to those patients with medical and respiratory issues including those patients requiring ECMO.
Main duties of the job
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The post holder will be accountable and responsible for ICU being visible, accessible and responsive to the needs and experiences of service users, patients, carers and the public. The post holder will be required to be an expert clinical practitioner, able to work shifts and an enthusiastic and integral member of our developing and committed team.
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The provision, supervision and delivery of excellent quality care is essential for this role, as well as a requirement to provide a supportive learning environment for continuing education.
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Additional commitments include; reporting to the Matron and supporting the wider organization; reduction of risk and audit; managing resources and information; and coordinating elective and emergency activity whilst upholding Trust values within the Intensive Care Service at UHL.
About us
Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030). We have four primary goals:
- high-quality care for all,
- being a great place to work,
- partnerships for impact, and
- research and education excellence
And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities. Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all: - we are compassionate,
- we are proud,
- we are inclusive, and
- we are one team
This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve. About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust: http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/
Job description
Job responsibilities
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To lead and support the unit team through process of change, demonstrating tenacity, drive, professional integrity, balance and perspective.
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To develop the role of other team members, supporting them in gaining the
appropriate competencies to achieve the required standards.
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To motivate all team members and lead innovation and expertise in clinical practice by example.
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To resolve conflict and ensure feedback and planning for future occurs.
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To practice clinically at an expert level to ensure that all patients within the unit have their needs assessed, that programmes of care are developed to meet those needs and are delivered in accordance with the unit philosophy.
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To act as the lead specialist for the area on a shift with responsibility for interpreting clinical information and having freedom to act while discussing findings and plans of care with other members of the multi-disciplinary team.
Advise other members of the multi-disciplinary team on clinical issues, determining how the clinical aspect of the care is delivered by others on the shift (within care protocols.)
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Act as a resource and advisor, responsible for the allocation of patients to staff and the co-ordination of care delivery to critically ill patients.
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Undertake expanded clinical responsibilities that utilize advanced knowledge and skills, and work autonomously with the scope of Professional Practise in the Critical Care Unit, following education and / or update of skills, in relation to extended clinical tasks / roles required for this post.
- To act as an ECMO specialist providing expert care for patients and their families.
please see job description/person specification for full details on the role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
-
To lead and support the unit team through process of change, 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.
-
To motivate all team members and lead innovation and expertise in clinical practice by example.
-
To resolve conflict and ensure feedback and planning for future occurs.
-
To practice clinically at an expert level to ensure that all patients within the unit have their needs assessed, that programmes of care are developed to meet those needs and are delivered in accordance with the unit philosophy.
-
To act as the lead specialist for the area on a shift with responsibility for interpreting clinical information and having freedom to act while discussing findings and plans of care with other members of the multi-disciplinary team.
Advise other members of the multi-disciplinary team on clinical issues, determining how the clinical aspect of the care is delivered by others on the shift (within care protocols.)
-
Act as a resource and advisor, responsible for the allocation of patients to staff and the co-ordination of care delivery to critically ill patients.
-
Undertake expanded clinical responsibilities that utilize advanced knowledge and skills, and work autonomously with the scope of Professional Practise in the Critical Care Unit, following education and / or update of skills, in relation to extended clinical tasks / roles required for this post.
- To act as an ECMO specialist providing expert care for patients and their families.
please see job description/person specification for full details on the role.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Education
Essential
- Post Registration qualification in Critical Care
- Registered Nurse
- Educated to Degree level in related health care sciences
- Completed a Practice Assessor Preparation day
Desirable
- Working towards Masters degree in related healthcare sciences or willing to undertake.
- Successfully completed an NMC Approved Teaching and Assessing Course or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- 5 yrs post Registration Experience
- 3 yrs Critical Care or relevant acute care experience at Band 6 in the speciality
- Evidence of leadership and Management experience
Desirable
- Leadership and Management qualification
Skills
Essential
- Knowledge and skills of applying all critical care nursing skills and extended scope roles.
- Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of professional issues at local and national level.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Education
Essential
- Post Registration qualification in Critical Care
- Registered Nurse
- Educated to Degree level in related health care sciences
- Completed a Practice Assessor Preparation day
Desirable
- Working towards Masters degree in related healthcare sciences or willing to undertake.
- Successfully completed an NMC Approved Teaching and Assessing Course or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- 5 yrs post Registration Experience
- 3 yrs Critical Care or relevant acute care experience at Band 6 in the speciality
- Evidence of leadership and Management experience
Desirable
- Leadership and Management qualification
Skills
Essential
- Knowledge and skills of applying all critical care nursing skills and extended scope roles.
- Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of professional issues at local and national level.
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).
