Job summary
We are looking for Emergency Department Band 6 Sisters / Charge Nurses both Adult and Children's to join our friendly, hardworking and innovative nursing team.
Are you looking to join a department that is on an exciting journey to move from Good to outstanding? Do you want to be part of a team that leads with kindness and prioritises the wellbeing and development of staff whilst striving for excellence in patient care and outcomes? Are you looking to work in a fast paced environment with an amazing multidisciplinary team? Are you looking to professionally develop into an effective leader who supports the delivery of safe, effective emergency care to our patients ?
BTHFT has been at the forefront of innovation and research during the COVID19 pandemic and has been involved in social media campaigns, radio podcasts, BBC News and Documentaries throughout this time.
As an organisation BTHFT thrives on innovation and inclusivity and you have the opportunity to join our dynamic, hardworking and passionate Emergency Department team that are committed to Quality improvement and making a difference.
Main duties of the job
There is an endless opportunity for you to develop your career in a way that suits you through professional development, Quality improvement projects, degree modules, in-house training and specialist qualifications .
We have supported members of our team to develop from Band 2 HCA through to staff nurse then Charge nurse and then onto advanced practitioners and we pride ourselves in recognising talent and supporting staff in their development to reach their goals and realise their dreams.
We have a forward thinking, appreciative leadership team who understand the pressures of nursing in real terms. who will support you when you need it and step back to let you be your best when you don't.
We are currently expanding the team to meet the needs of our diverse group of patients and improve the care we provide for them. The trust has made a substantial investment allowing us to increase the number of Clinical Leaders / Band 6 nurses that we have in both our Paediatric ED and main ED.
About us
At Bradford Teaching Hospitals we're passionate about providing outstanding care for the people of the Bradford district and communities across the North of England. We're keen to meet people interested in sharing our passion and helping us continue to deliver the highest quality of care to our patients.
We're a renowned teaching hospital trust at the forefront of research, education and development, with a state-of-the-art simulation and skills training centre on site.
In short, we can help you lift your career to the next level. We've received huge investment to improve patient care which means we have truly world-class facilities including a brand new neonatal suite, state-of-the-art intensive care unit, a newly refurbished A&E department, new children's unit and a welcoming, modern atrium and reception area for staff and visitors.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are seeking to appoint Band 6 Sisters/ Charge nurses to join our ED Family who are caring, hardworking, motivated, experienced AE nurses that want to further their career and develop their leadership skills..
If you are interested in finding out more about this role please contact.
Tania Windle Deputy Matron Tania.windle@bthft.nhs.uk .
Natalia Taylor Senior Sister Natalia.Taylor@bthft.nhs.uk
Closing date: 21.07.23 (this date may change dependent on the response)
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are seeking to appoint Band 6 Sisters/ Charge nurses to join our ED Family who are caring, hardworking, motivated, experienced AE nurses that want to further their career and develop their leadership skills..
If you are interested in finding out more about this role please contact.
Tania Windle Deputy Matron Tania.windle@bthft.nhs.uk .
Natalia Taylor Senior Sister Natalia.Taylor@bthft.nhs.uk
Closing date: 21.07.23 (this date may change dependent on the response)
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Extensive AE experience
- Experience of leading/managing a team of staff
Desirable
- Experience of participating in clinical audit
- Experience in policy development
- Budget and financial management experience
- Change management experience
- Experience in a range of clinical specialties
Skills
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Clinical skills specific to area of specialty
- Ability to lead and work as part of a team
- Mentoring and counselling skills
- Leadership skills
- Excellent time management and organisation skills
- Analytical approach to problem solving
Desirable
- Change management skills
- Computer literate
- Presentation skills
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of Information Governance and Confidentiality
- Understanding of equality and diversity issues and how this affects patients, visitors and staff
- Understanding of what the NHS Constitution means to you, and your responsibilities to the public, patients and colleagues.
- Knowledge and understanding of application of relevant National Guidance e.g. National Service Frameworks, NICE etc
- Comprehensive knowledge of the NHS national and Trust's targets and priorities
- In depth knowledge and understanding of the needs of the specific patient group
- Evidence of current CPD
Desirable
- Knowledge of change management processes
- Recruitment and Selection, Appraisal and other relevant HR/People management training
- LEO or similar Programme
- Management Development Training
Qualifications
Essential
- RGN /RSCN
- Teaching and assessing qualification eg. ENB 6590 (998) or equivalent
Desirable
- Post registration qualification / training in area of clinical speciality
- Diploma/Degree in Nursing or equivalent experience
- ENB Courses applicable to specialism
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Extensive AE experience
- Experience of leading/managing a team of staff
Desirable
- Experience of participating in clinical audit
- Experience in policy development
- Budget and financial management experience
- Change management experience
- Experience in a range of clinical specialties
Skills
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Clinical skills specific to area of specialty
- Ability to lead and work as part of a team
- Mentoring and counselling skills
- Leadership skills
- Excellent time management and organisation skills
- Analytical approach to problem solving
Desirable
- Change management skills
- Computer literate
- Presentation skills
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of Information Governance and Confidentiality
- Understanding of equality and diversity issues and how this affects patients, visitors and staff
- Understanding of what the NHS Constitution means to you, and your responsibilities to the public, patients and colleagues.
- Knowledge and understanding of application of relevant National Guidance e.g. National Service Frameworks, NICE etc
- Comprehensive knowledge of the NHS national and Trust's targets and priorities
- In depth knowledge and understanding of the needs of the specific patient group
- Evidence of current CPD
Desirable
- Knowledge of change management processes
- Recruitment and Selection, Appraisal and other relevant HR/People management training
- LEO or similar Programme
- Management Development Training
Qualifications
Essential
- RGN /RSCN
- Teaching and assessing qualification eg. ENB 6590 (998) or equivalent
Desirable
- Post registration qualification / training in area of clinical speciality
- Diploma/Degree in Nursing or equivalent experience
- ENB Courses applicable to specialism
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).
