Job summary
Farndale Ward (Medical Admissions Unit) currently has 23 beds with plans underway to expand into a larger department, with the addition of a new MECU (Medical Enhanced Care Unit) service expected by the end of the year.
If you enjoy a challenge and thrive in an environment in which you are always learning and growing as a nurse, then we want to hear from you.
As a band 6 on Farndale ward, we expect you to be able to lead the shift and the team you are working with confidently and safely. Patient safety is at the heart of what we deliver here. Our patients are often acutely unwell and require quick delivery of treatment and a team around them that can spot the signs of deterioration fast. The band 6 on Farndale is key in collaborating well & building rapport with other departments to maintain effective flow from the emergency department and transferring patients to other wards.
Main duties of the job
To support and work with senior nursing teams to provide support to junior colleague's, carrying out leadership tasks such as return to work interviews, sickness monitoring, new starter paperwork, shift management.
To take charge of the clinical area in the absence of the ward manager, dealing with & escalating any concerns with regards to staff or patient safety
To take responsibility for the assessments of the care needs; the development, implementation and evaluation of care to ensure the highest possible standards of care are received by patients.
To supervise and teach other nursing and non-nursing staff, acting as an excellent clinical role model and team leader to ensure quality care is delivered to the patients.
About us
At Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust we provide outstanding care to both our patients and our staff. We support staff through benefits, health and wellbeing initiatives and opportunities for personal and professional development.
- An inclusive and supportive culture our Trust encourages staff to bring their whole selves to work and active Staff Networks identify areas for improvement.
- Staff Recognition - as well as regular appraisals, we recognise staff with our Making a Difference, Team of the Month Awards & Colleague Recognition Awards
- Employee Support and wellbeing - we have a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, counselling service and fast track physiotherapy service for employees.
- Staff Benefits - We have a range of staff benefits and schemes to support staff health, engagement, wellbeing and inclusion.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The applicant should have the ability to work independently and within a team, with patient experience at the heart of their delivery of care . There should be evidence of self-development, along with the qualification to mentor students. When in charge the expectation is to lead, support and motivate your team to ensure high quality care is delivered. As a Sister/Charge Nurse you will need to line manage a team of health care professionals and deputize in the absence of the Ward Manager.
Please see the Job Description & Person Specification attached for a full list of duties and requirements for the role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The applicant should have the ability to work independently and within a team, with patient experience at the heart of their delivery of care . There should be evidence of self-development, along with the qualification to mentor students. When in charge the expectation is to lead, support and motivate your team to ensure high quality care is delivered. As a Sister/Charge Nurse you will need to line manage a team of health care professionals and deputize in the absence of the Ward Manager.
Please see the Job Description & Person Specification attached for a full list of duties and requirements for the role.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NMC registered
- Post registration experience
- Evidence of ongoing professional development
Desirable
- ENB 998 OR equivalent to be either completed or due to be completed.
- Leadership course
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working as Senior Staff Nurse
- Experience in acute medicine
Desirable
- Experience in Change management
- Previous B6 experience
- MECU or similar experience
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NMC registered
- Post registration experience
- Evidence of ongoing professional development
Desirable
- ENB 998 OR equivalent to be either completed or due to be completed.
- Leadership course
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working as Senior Staff Nurse
- Experience in acute medicine
Desirable
- Experience in Change management
- Previous B6 experience
- MECU or similar experience
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).
