Job summary
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An opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated individual to apply for the role of Band 6 deputy Sister/ deputy Charge Nurse in the Emergency Department.
This post is not a rotational post in the Emergency Department; we are looking for experienced band 5 or band 6 to take on the challenge of assisting in the leadership of:
This is a brand-new role within the emergency department. We are now seeing a significant increase in the time it takes patients to transfer out of the emergency department. This post holder will ensure high standards of nursing care are being delivered to patients waiting in these areas. You will work closely with the band 7 in these areas to ensure this is being delivered.
Blue majors is a 16 bedded area with individual bays.
Blue Ambulatory is an area in the emergency department which take patients who are being considered ambulatory. They are then diagnosed and treated throughout the day, without an overnight admission where possible. This is a fast-paced environment with lots of activity.
We are looking to recruit enthusiastic, confident and self-motivated nurses who possess excellent communication skills and enjoy a challenge. Applicants must enjoy a fast pace acute environment as well as having a keen interest in ensuring high quality nursing standards are being delivered.
Main duties of the job
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Responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation
and evaluation of programmes of evidence-based nursing
care to a group of 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 area regularly in the absence of the sister / Charge Nurse who has 24 hour accountability and responsibility.
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Actively contribute to setting and maintaining high standards of quality nursing care. Participate in the effective clinical leadership and management of the ward 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
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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Responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of programmes of evidence-based care to a group of patients according to changing healthcare needs and varying levels of complexity.
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Responsible for the allocation of patients to nursing staff and the delegation of duties and care priorities to the multi-disciplinary team in the absence of the person with continuing responsibility.
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Provide advice, education, support and information to patients and their relatives /carers as required and involve patients, relatives / carers in the planning and delivery of care.
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Establish and maintain effective communication with patients and relatives / carers.
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Recognise, prioritise and respond appropriately to urgent and emergency situations.
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Receive reports from team members on the progress of own patients during and at the end of each shift and for all patients when in charge.
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Facilitate effective communication and liaison with other disciplines as necessary to meet the needs of patients especially relating to ongoing care needs and discharge arrangements.
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Ensure that fully accurate, complete and contemporaneous nursing records are written and maintained for each patient in accordance with agreed policy.
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Actively participate in the development and implementation of new ways of working, implementing research-based practice in order to promote on going care improvement.
please see job description/person specification for full details on the role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
-
Responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of programmes of evidence-based care to a group of patients according to changing healthcare needs and varying levels of complexity.
-
Responsible for the allocation of patients to nursing staff and the delegation of duties and care priorities to the multi-disciplinary team in the absence of the person with continuing responsibility.
-
Provide advice, education, support and information to patients and their relatives /carers as required and involve patients, relatives / carers in the planning and delivery of care.
-
Establish and maintain effective communication with patients and relatives / carers.
-
Recognise, prioritise and respond appropriately to urgent and emergency situations.
-
Receive reports from team members on the progress of own patients during and at the end of each shift and for all patients when in charge.
-
Facilitate effective communication and liaison with other disciplines as necessary to meet the needs of patients especially relating to ongoing care needs and discharge arrangements.
-
Ensure that fully accurate, complete and contemporaneous nursing records are written and maintained for each patient in accordance with agreed policy.
-
Actively participate in the development and implementation of new ways of working, implementing research-based practice in order to promote on going care improvement.
please see job description/person specification for full details on the role.
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
- Degree in relevant clinical area (Emergency Nursing, Critical Care, Advanced Practice)
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience in Acute Nursing
Desirable
- Contribution to projects that have enhanced or changed clinical care or service development
Development
Essential
Desirable
- Experience of teaching and delivering educational packages
Clinical Governance
Essential
- Experience of the audit cycle
Desirable
- Experience of / participation in reviewing and managing complaints and / or adverse events
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
- Degree in relevant clinical area (Emergency Nursing, Critical Care, Advanced Practice)
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience in Acute Nursing
Desirable
- Contribution to projects that have enhanced or changed clinical care or service development
Development
Essential
Desirable
- Experience of teaching and delivering educational packages
Clinical Governance
Essential
- Experience of the audit cycle
Desirable
- Experience of / participation in reviewing and managing complaints and / or adverse events
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
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).
