Job summary
Our Critical Care department are looking to recruit one Deputy Charge Nurses, Band 6, for a rotational post through ITU and HDU to become competent in caring for level 2 and level 3 patients and able to work days and nights on an internal rotation basis.
You will have strong leadership qualities and an advanced level of critical care knowledge with a minimum of 3 years recent experience within the Critical Care environment, hold an advanced Critical Care qualification and be motivated individuals with a vision of how to take the Critical Care services forward.
If you are interested in the role and believe you hold the qualities we require, then apply today!
Main duties of the job
Your role will be to act as team leader including taking charge of the unit in the absence of a Senior Speciality Sister/Charge Nurse and be responsible for the effective deployment of Critical Care resources including manpower, adhere to the Nursing and Midwifery Code of Practice at all times and must ensure Critical Care's compliance with and application of hospital policies and procedures.
You will also support the development, implementation and monitoring of Governance systems in Critical Care relating to Risk Management, Health and Safety and Controls Assurance, ensure that an individual programme of care is planned, implemented and evaluated for each patient within own sphere of responsibility, participate in all relevant aspects of the Governance process
About us
Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and wellbeing of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.
We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Join our friendly and supportive team who are passionate about doing a good job and providing quality care for the community we serve, both today and in the future.
For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Join our friendly and supportive team who are passionate about doing a good job and providing quality care for the community we serve, both today and in the future.
For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Mentorship qualification or equivalent experience
- Critical care course
- Registered Nurse
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrable acute critical care experience
Other
Essential
- Supporting information demonstrates interest to take part in an internal rotation
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Mentorship qualification or equivalent experience
- Critical care course
- Registered Nurse
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrable acute critical care experience
Other
Essential
- Supporting information demonstrates interest to take part in an internal rotation
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).
