University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust

Ward Sister/Charge Nurse

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Job summary

UHL is currently looking for an enthusiastic and motivated nurse to join our team of nurses and Health care assistants who work within Gynaecology outpatients.

Gynaecology Services unit (GSU) at Leicester General Hospital (LGH) is a busy, fast paced department dedicated for the use of women undergoing investigations and ambulatory Gynaecological procedures.

Experience in Gynaecology outpatients desired but not essential as all training including a full induction will be provided if successful at interview. We offer strong support for professional development to ensure you reach your full clinical potential.

Main duties of the job

This is a perfect opportunity for an innovative and dynamic nurse looking for their next career progression. The post holder will:-
Provide leadership and management of both staff and services within the department with particular emphasis on quality and clinical standards.
They will have continuing clinical responsibility for managing the staff rosters, finances, team training, infection prevention, sickness and absence management, clinical practice development, delegation and supervision of staff and be visible and approachable for patients, staff and visitors.
As a Registered Nurse the post holder is expected to consistently act in accordance with the NMC Code you will be responsible for the delivery of consistently high standard of nursing care that meets the individual needs of our patients and those of the Trust.
The post holder will be an advocate for the patient's clinical experience and journey as part of the multidisciplinary team.

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/

Date posted

12 January 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£43,742 to £50,056 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

358-5940988-WOM

Job locations

Leicester General hospital

Gwendolen Road

Leicester

LE5 4PW

Job description

Job responsibilities

Take 24-hour accountability and responsibility for the given area, visible, accessible and responsive to the needs of service users, patients, carers and the public.
Provide direction, effective and inspirational leadership to the nursing and multidisciplinary team (including ancillary and clinical support staff) within the area for which they are accountable.
Act as an expert clinical practitioner providing through themselves and their ward team an excellent quality of care to patients and service users.
Act as a clinical and managerial role model within the ward team, directorate and across the wider organization.
Take responsibility for the provision of a supportive learning environment for all students on placement within the ward /unit for which they are responsible.

please see job description/person specification for full details on the role.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Take 24-hour accountability and responsibility for the given area, visible, accessible and responsive to the needs of service users, patients, carers and the public.
Provide direction, effective and inspirational leadership to the nursing and multidisciplinary team (including ancillary and clinical support staff) within the area for which they are accountable.
Act as an expert clinical practitioner providing through themselves and their ward team an excellent quality of care to patients and service users.
Act as a clinical and managerial role model within the ward team, directorate and across the wider organization.
Take responsibility for the provision of a supportive learning environment for all students on placement within the ward /unit for which they are responsible.

please see job description/person specification for full details on the role.

Person Specification

Regiatration

Essential

NMC registered Adult

Desirable

Adult Nursing Degree

Experience

Essential

Minimum of 2 years at Band 6 level in speciality

Team management

Essential

4 years post registration

Person Specification

Regiatration

Essential

NMC registered Adult

Desirable

Adult Nursing Degree

Experience

Essential

Minimum of 2 years at Band 6 level in speciality

Team management

Essential

4 years post registration

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.

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

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust

Address

Leicester General hospital

Gwendolen Road

Leicester

LE5 4PW

Employer's website

https://www.jobsatleicestershospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust

Address

Leicester General hospital

Gwendolen Road

Leicester

LE5 4PW

Employer's website

https://www.jobsatleicestershospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)