Job summary
We are seeking an experienced nurse to apply for the Deputy Sister/Charge Nurse position in the Endoscopy Unit at Dorset County Hospital. You should have experience in Endoscopy.
As the Deputy Sister/ Charge Nurse you will participate in the nursing leadership and operation of the Endoscopy Unit. You will carry out the day-to-day management and co-ordination of the Endoscopy Unit which would include, admission, recovery, procedure rooms, pre assessment, audits, and in-patient referral management.
Main duties of the job
You will need to be an organised, enthusiastic individual with excellent communication and inspirational leadership skills, alongside having the passion and ability to deliver high quality care to a diverse population. You will act as a role model for the nursing team, promoting a positive attitude and motivating staff members to deliver compassionate care whilst developing themselves professionally. Support the Unit team in maintaining effective communication both written and verbal with all disciplines, patients and relatives.
You will join an established senior nursing team who will support you to develop professionally. Effective service management and leadership will improve patient experience. This role requires you to utilise your expertise and critical thinking skills to ensure performance and standards are monitored and continuously maintained.
Our Services include:
ComprehensiveIBD, Colorectal and Hepatology services with specialist nurse support. Full range ofdiagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures, includingcapsule endoscopy, EBUS, and ERCP.
We are a fully JAG accredited department with 3 procedure rooms here at Dorset County Hospital, where we offer diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy, including deep sedation, anaesthetic supported lists. We also offer bronchoscopy, ERCP, Capsule endoscopy and Bowel Cancer Screening.
If you are passionate about delivering high quality care to patients and their carers, then this is the post for you.
About us
At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture, we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff.
Our Mission is to work in partnership to provide high quality, compassionate services and to nurture an environment where people can be at their best. Our vision is healthier lives, empowered citizens, thriving communities.
We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.
We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application materials. While this is not discouraged, we kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role.
Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process. We value honesty and appreciate applications that are genuine and representative of the individual behind them.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.
Please contact us at Recruitment@dchft.nhs.uk if you are unable to view or download the attachment.
For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.
Please contact us at Recruitment@dchft.nhs.uk if you are unable to view or download the attachment.
For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.
Person Specification
SKILLS & ABILITIES
Essential
- Evidence of ability to practice as a current, competent & proficient practitioner
- Demonstrates awareness of necessity to maintain service with due regard to financial constraints
- Understanding of clinical governance and ability to assist in establishing systems to support this process
- Demonstrates ability to work under pressure and utilize problem solving skills to deal with unpredictable service requirements
- Evidence of leadership skills
- Excellent communication skills
Desirable
- Demonstrates awareness of personnel management issues/skills and responsibilities, and critical appraisal skills
- Demonstrates evidence of an area of special interest and maintains innovate/proactive attitude to practice development, with due regard to process of change.
KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Endoscopy experience
- Significant and recent post registration experience
Desirable
- Experience of leading a team
- Change management
EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING
Essential
- RGN or AHP
- Further education post registration
- Mentorship qualification
Desirable
Person Specification
SKILLS & ABILITIES
Essential
- Evidence of ability to practice as a current, competent & proficient practitioner
- Demonstrates awareness of necessity to maintain service with due regard to financial constraints
- Understanding of clinical governance and ability to assist in establishing systems to support this process
- Demonstrates ability to work under pressure and utilize problem solving skills to deal with unpredictable service requirements
- Evidence of leadership skills
- Excellent communication skills
Desirable
- Demonstrates awareness of personnel management issues/skills and responsibilities, and critical appraisal skills
- Demonstrates evidence of an area of special interest and maintains innovate/proactive attitude to practice development, with due regard to process of change.
KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Endoscopy experience
- Significant and recent post registration experience
Desirable
- Experience of leading a team
- Change management
EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING
Essential
- RGN or AHP
- Further education post registration
- Mentorship qualification
Desirable
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).
