Job summary
Ward
11 is a busy elective multi-specialty surgical unit. An exciting oportunity has arisen for a
dynamic clinical sister to join our team.
The sucessful applicant will be able to work under pressure, be able to
prioritise workloads, have outstanding leadership qualities and support the
ward manager, to ensure that high standards of patient care is devilvered,
whilst supporting junior staff with their training and development needs with a
view to enhancing their existing nursing skills.
As a clinical sister you
will work closely with a range of MDT professionals to ensure that our patients
have a positive patient journey.
You
will have excellent clinical and personal qualities, which you will utilise to
ensure our staff are supported to deliver high quality patient care.
The
successful candidate will be supported in their new role and be given the
opportunity to develop their skills in areas of ward management, including, e-roster,
staff appriaisals and sickness and absence management.
Main duties of the job
Provide
strong clinical leadership skills, supporting, inspiring others to ensure
effective management of the ward.
Supports
patients, carers and others in difficult situations arising in the clinical
setting, i.e breaking bad news.
Supervises
and monitors junior staff in developing necessary skills to identify care
priorities and addresses them in a timely manner, seeking advice where
appropriate.
Communicate
and interacts with patients, carers and staff in a non-judgmental way,
demonstrating mutual respect and trust, utilising a varity of communication
skills.
To
assist and support the ward manager in the establishment of an efficient
working enviroment.
Co-ordinaing
day to day management of the clinical area, delegating duties and care
appropriately, whilst maintaining responsibiltity.
To
be involved in the development, assessment and implementation of guidelines,
protocols and pathways.
To
deputise for the ward manager in their absense.
About us
If you are being interviewed you must accept an interview slot in the system to continue, even if you have arranged with the manager
You must be able to produce ALL certificates stated essential in the person specification or you will not be able to complete pre-employment checks
We provide hospital services from two acute sites - Darlington Memorial Hospital and University Hospital of North Durham. We have a centre for planned care in Bishop Auckland and provide care from community hospitals in Chester-le-Street, Shotley Bridge, Barnard Castle, Sedgefield and Weardale as well as over 80 other community based settings and providing care in patients' homes.
We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME and disabled people are currently under-represented
We are unable to offer sponsorship for roles that do not require a professional registration, to apply you must have Right to Work in the United Kingdom. If you are in the UK on a VISA please ensure you have no restrictions that would prevent you from taking this post
Full Job Descriptions can be found in the adverts supporting documents
Job description
Job responsibilities
Working
on a fast paced multisurgical elective unit, working under pressure whilst
ensuring that nursing care is provided which meets or exceeds the level of
patient expectations.
To
manage the delivery of nursing care, deploying staff effectively and ensuring
appropriate delegation of junior staff.
To
deputise where required for the ward manager.
To
act as co-ordinator, communicating changes to the ward team in patient care and
care delivery both verbally and in writing.
To
work closley with the MDT on the ward to ensure patient care needs are met.
Work
closely with patient flow, A&E, Clinical decisions unit to ensure patients
are admitted and discharged in a safe and timely manner.
To
monitor standards of record keeping ensuring adherence to NMC guidelines.
To
lead the ward team to develop nursing practice and implement change.
To
assist the ward manger in ensuring effective utilisation of resources.
To
activly participate in the audit process and lead the ward team to implement
quality indicators such as quality matters/tendable
To
act as a clinical role model, advising
and supporting junior staff from all disciplines.
To
promote an effective learning enviroment within the unit facilitating staff
development and team working.
To
activly manage patient care within the ward, taking an active part in bed
management, managing the elective flow of patients and taking responsibility
for patient transfers and handovers
Facilitate
clinical supervison
Resolve
conflict at ward level, difuse situations and challenge poor behaviour when
witnessed or reported.
Promote
a positive and professional image of nursing at all times.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Working
on a fast paced multisurgical elective unit, working under pressure whilst
ensuring that nursing care is provided which meets or exceeds the level of
patient expectations.
To
manage the delivery of nursing care, deploying staff effectively and ensuring
appropriate delegation of junior staff.
To
deputise where required for the ward manager.
To
act as co-ordinator, communicating changes to the ward team in patient care and
care delivery both verbally and in writing.
To
work closley with the MDT on the ward to ensure patient care needs are met.
Work
closely with patient flow, A&E, Clinical decisions unit to ensure patients
are admitted and discharged in a safe and timely manner.
To
monitor standards of record keeping ensuring adherence to NMC guidelines.
To
lead the ward team to develop nursing practice and implement change.
To
assist the ward manger in ensuring effective utilisation of resources.
To
activly participate in the audit process and lead the ward team to implement
quality indicators such as quality matters/tendable
To
act as a clinical role model, advising
and supporting junior staff from all disciplines.
To
promote an effective learning enviroment within the unit facilitating staff
development and team working.
To
activly manage patient care within the ward, taking an active part in bed
management, managing the elective flow of patients and taking responsibility
for patient transfers and handovers
Facilitate
clinical supervison
Resolve
conflict at ward level, difuse situations and challenge poor behaviour when
witnessed or reported.
Promote
a positive and professional image of nursing at all times.
Person Specification
Statutory Registration
Essential
- Registration with the NMC
- Registered nurse NMC Pin
Qualifications
Essential
- NMC Pin
- Diploma/required nursing qualification
- Teaching qualification, (willing to work towards)
- Evidence of continual professional development
Desirable
- to have a minimum of 3 years working within a surgical unit
- Teaching and assessing qualification desirable
- Previous surgical nursing experience
- Degree in nursing
Experience
Essential
- Ability to assess plan, implement and evaluate nursing care for patients on the Acute surgical admissions ward.
- Maintain accurate nursing records.
- Competantly deal with medical emergencies and priorities your own workload.
- Experience of managing patients with fluctuating medical conditions.
- Experience taking the nurse in charge role, either as band 6 or band 5 in the absence of ward sister.
- Providing leadership and support to junior colleagues.
- The ability to discuss and explain complex nursing care and treatment to both patients and their families.
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Problem-solving skills.
- Effective communication skills.
- Good team working / collaborative working
- Prioritise workload/orgainisational skills.
- Adjust pace according to workload.
- Work under pressure.
- Evisence of professional development.
- Computer literarte.
Desirable
- Previous knowledge of common surgical conditions, complications, pre and post operative care.
- Experience nursing Ear, nose and throat conditions.
- Previous experience looking after paitents with tracheostomies.
Special Requirements
Essential
- Shift work will be required consisting of mainly week days
- On occasions you may be required to support other wards in the sugical division.
Person Specification
Statutory Registration
Essential
- Registration with the NMC
- Registered nurse NMC Pin
Qualifications
Essential
- NMC Pin
- Diploma/required nursing qualification
- Teaching qualification, (willing to work towards)
- Evidence of continual professional development
Desirable
- to have a minimum of 3 years working within a surgical unit
- Teaching and assessing qualification desirable
- Previous surgical nursing experience
- Degree in nursing
Experience
Essential
- Ability to assess plan, implement and evaluate nursing care for patients on the Acute surgical admissions ward.
- Maintain accurate nursing records.
- Competantly deal with medical emergencies and priorities your own workload.
- Experience of managing patients with fluctuating medical conditions.
- Experience taking the nurse in charge role, either as band 6 or band 5 in the absence of ward sister.
- Providing leadership and support to junior colleagues.
- The ability to discuss and explain complex nursing care and treatment to both patients and their families.
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Problem-solving skills.
- Effective communication skills.
- Good team working / collaborative working
- Prioritise workload/orgainisational skills.
- Adjust pace according to workload.
- Work under pressure.
- Evisence of professional development.
- Computer literarte.
Desirable
- Previous knowledge of common surgical conditions, complications, pre and post operative care.
- Experience nursing Ear, nose and throat conditions.
- Previous experience looking after paitents with tracheostomies.
Special Requirements
Essential
- Shift work will be required consisting of mainly week days
- On occasions you may be required to support other wards in the sugical division.
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).
Employer details
Employer name
County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Darlington Memorial Hospital NHS Trust
Hollyhurst Road
Darlington
County Durham
DL3 6HX
Employer's website
https://www.cddft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
