Job summary
Are you looking for an exciting challenge with learning opportunities? Are you a highly motivated and dynamic individual? A very exciting opportunity has arisen on Ward 11 for a band 6 Ward Sister/Charge Nurse.
We are looking for a highly motivated nurse who is passionate about delivering high standards of nursing care to ensure a positive patient experience. You need to have excellent communication skills and be prepared to work in a busy and sometimes challenging environment which will be in turn rewarding and exciting.
We would welcome applications from individuals with a good foundation of post registration experience, a current student assessor or equivalent, leadership experience.
Main duties of the job
It is essential that the successful candidate is professional, diplomatic and caring as you will be challenged with the varied demands of the ward, which at times can be unpredictable.
You must have the ability to prioritise your working day under pressure, and knowledge of patient flow is essential.If you are enthusiastic, open to change and innovation and highly motivated then we would encourage you to apply.
We encourage and welcome applicants to carry out an informal visit to our unit and we are happy to answer any questions you may have.
About us
Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (MCHFT) provides good quality, safe and effective healthcare to the people of Cheshire and beyond. The Trust, which manages Leighton Hospital in Crewe, Victoria Infirmary in Northwich, and Elmhurst Intermediate Care Centre in Winsford, was established as an NHS Trust in April 1991 and became a Foundation Trust in April 2008.
We employ almost 5,000 members of staff, provide around 540 hospital beds, with a range of services including accident and emergency, maternity, outpatients, therapies, and children's health. The Trust is also part of Central Cheshire Integrated Care Partnership (CCICP), a unique local health partnership that provides a range of community services for people across South Cheshire and Vale Royal. During the Coronavirus pandemic, the Trust was recognised nationally for its 'Be Safe Be EquiPPEd' campaign, which aimed to make the Trust as safe as possible for staff and patients, through supporting the correct use of PPE. The results in the 2020 national NHS Staff Survey showed improvements in all elements of the safety culture theme, with 92% of respondents feeling their role made a difference to our patients. We were also recognised nationally for our workforce health and wellbeing initiatives. At Mid Cheshire, we value our staff and appreciate that in order to give our patients the best quality, compassionate care, we also need to look after our colleagues.
Job description
Job responsibilities
1. Implement and monitor systems and processes to ensure that patient needs are comprehensively assessed, appropriately planned, effectively implemented and evaluated according to changing health care needs and varying levels of complexity.2. Implement change and best practice in terms of patient flow, admission and discharge arrangements according to service plans and objectives, by providing clinical expertise, advice and guidance.3. Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team/agencies to ensure that patient needs are met, especially in relation to on-going care needs and discharge arrangements.4. Involve patients, relatives/carers in the delivery of care, providing reassurance and support to assist their understanding and co-operation.5. Ensure that the clinical area is safe for practice by ensuring that cleanliness is maintained, materials and equipment are ready for use, including clearing away afterwards.6. Recognise and respond appropriately to urgent and emergency situations, ensuring that others do so.7. Collect, collate, and report information, ensuring that accurate patient records/documentation are maintained.
Job description
Job responsibilities
1. Implement and monitor systems and processes to ensure that patient needs are comprehensively assessed, appropriately planned, effectively implemented and evaluated according to changing health care needs and varying levels of complexity.2. Implement change and best practice in terms of patient flow, admission and discharge arrangements according to service plans and objectives, by providing clinical expertise, advice and guidance.3. Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team/agencies to ensure that patient needs are met, especially in relation to on-going care needs and discharge arrangements.4. Involve patients, relatives/carers in the delivery of care, providing reassurance and support to assist their understanding and co-operation.5. Ensure that the clinical area is safe for practice by ensuring that cleanliness is maintained, materials and equipment are ready for use, including clearing away afterwards.6. Recognise and respond appropriately to urgent and emergency situations, ensuring that others do so.7. Collect, collate, and report information, ensuring that accurate patient records/documentation are maintained.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- RGN/RN/RSCN/RM
- Diploma
- Post Registration Qualification/Evidence
- Importance of Equality, Diversity and rights in patient care
Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
- Participated in meetings and discussions
- IT Skills/Emails
- Ability to present fractual information logically, verbally and in writing
Desirable
- Participated in changes to practice
- Teaching and assessing skills
- Research and audit skills
- Contribution to policy development
Skills
Essential
- A Commitment to quality and safety
- A recognition of the importance of showing respect, dignity and compassion to patients and colleagues
- A listening, learning and leading approach
- A commitment to work together to create the best outcomes
- Must demonstrate trust values
Essential
Essential
- Willing to act as a role model
- Able to take responsibility
- Courage to speak up
- Value and appreciate the worth of colleagues
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- RGN/RN/RSCN/RM
- Diploma
- Post Registration Qualification/Evidence
- Importance of Equality, Diversity and rights in patient care
Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
- Participated in meetings and discussions
- IT Skills/Emails
- Ability to present fractual information logically, verbally and in writing
Desirable
- Participated in changes to practice
- Teaching and assessing skills
- Research and audit skills
- Contribution to policy development
Skills
Essential
- A Commitment to quality and safety
- A recognition of the importance of showing respect, dignity and compassion to patients and colleagues
- A listening, learning and leading approach
- A commitment to work together to create the best outcomes
- Must demonstrate trust values
Essential
Essential
- Willing to act as a role model
- Able to take responsibility
- Courage to speak up
- Value and appreciate the worth of colleagues
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).
