There has never been a more exciting time to join Acute Medicine at Russell’s Hall Hospital. First class staff are our best asset and recent investment is allowing us to expand our nursing team.
Over the past few years Acute Medicine has expanded into the 2 storey rainbow unit which hosts a level 1 facility within the building and more recently we have taken on an extra 22 assessment spaces. In your role as a band 6 sister/ charge nurse in acute medicine you will be supported by an amazing team of all bands.
If you are a band 5 with significant experience or are a current band 6 looking for a new challenge and to expand your knowledge then joining our acute medical unit could be the perfect job for you! We look forward to hearing from you.
Main duties of the job
As a band 6 sister/charge nurse you will be responsible for caring for a group of acutely unwell patients whilst also supporting junior colleagues in the amu assessment area. For developmental purposes you may also be required to take charge of the unit when supporting band 7s.
You will also be required to support the lead nurse and matron for the area.
There are always developmental opportunities within AMU, competency books and in-house training have recently been introduced for senior staff within the unit.
Working for our organisation
At the Dudley Group our patients and staff are at the heart of all that we do and that is to provide a world class service that aligns with our vision of “excellent health care, improved health for all”. We are seeking to recruit staff who share our vision and values of making Dudley Group an incredible workplace.
As part of the NHS People Promise, your wellbeing is our priority, and we are committed to ensuring our employees achieve a healthy work-life balance supported by our and by making reasonable adjustments where possible. We believe no-one should have to sacrifice family, friends, or their personal interests for work. We are a modern employer able to attract and retain high quality staff through our commitment to the NHS People Promise.
As an employer, we foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to contribute their best. We want to ensure that our workforce is representative of the population we serve. More information - inclusive practice people promise.
Dudley Group offer many opportunities for our staff to develop and grow within their roles through our Learning & OD Team. These include topics such as communication, wellbeing, team development, cultural competency, and values.
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Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description for full details of the main duties and responsibilities that the post holder is required to undertake
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
1. First level registration
2. Sufficient experience in Acute Medicine
3. experience as band 5
Desirable criteria
4. evidence of professional development since registration
5. amu experience
Skills
Essential criteria
6. able to proritise workload
Desirable criteria
7. experience of managing a team
8. able to manage deteriorating patient
Experience
Essential criteria
9. Acute medicine experience
10. work within a team
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