Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced emergency nurse to apply for a band 6 post within the resuscitation area of the Emergency department at the Royal Sussex County Hospital.
The resuscitation area has 5 beds and are for the mostly acutely unwell patients in the department. The department receives patients from many specialities including acute medicine, respiratory, stroke, elderly care, surgery, obstetrics and gynae, trauma and orthopedic, neurosurgery.
We are one of 12 adult only Major Trauma Centres in England and therefore see a wide range of advanced trauma patients requiring specialist care.
The post will seek a dynamic and energetic individual able to work as part of a team. The postholder will be offered education, mandatory training and staff development within a positive learning environment. The department has links to Bright and Sussex University enabling access to further education.
You will be part of a team of Resus Junior Sister/Charge Nurses and will be required to rotate shifts including both days, nights and weekends.
Due to departmental acuity or staffing levels the post holder may sometimes be required to work in other areas of the Emergency Department. This would be at the decision of the shift leader.
We welcome applications from those who currently hold a UK NMC registration. If you currently hold an overseas nursing qualification and require sponsorship we are not currently direct hiring Internationally Qualified Nurses.
Main duties of the job
Service Delivery and Improvement
1. To contribute to the overall effective management of the trauma and resuscitation unit and to maintain a clean and safe working environment, eg, tidy working area, clean up spillages, liaise with zone co-ordinator and shift leader etc.
2. To manage a group of patients effectively and liaising effectively with other departments to ensure prompt and high quality care.
3. To contribute to the effective use of resources and monitor the safe and economical use of all supplies and equipment, identifying problems and reporting to the ED Shift Leader/Management Nurse, eg, use appropriate equipment for purpose and minimise wastage.
4. To assess and report practical hazards and take any immediate and appropriate action.
5. To ensure that any incident, complaint or other undue occurrence is managed in accordance with departmental and Trust policy, eg complete the Datix process and statements in timely manner.
6. Demonstrate an excellent understanding of clinical governance and risk management and its application to work.
People Management and Development
7. Participate in the mentorship/practice assessing of students and new staff members.
8. Solely coordinate resus, be accountable for own professional judgements, actions and omissions, ensuring safe transfer of patients arriving and leaving the clinical area.
Working for our organisation
At UHSussex (UHSx), diversity is our strength, & we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness & experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, & can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) & a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients & staff with the same compassion & empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above & beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our candidate information pack & wellbeing programme, for staff which is extensive & designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching & training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us & throughout your career we will help you to grow & develop. We hope that in choosing UHSx you are choosing a long & happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make & feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application & the start of your journey with UHSx.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please see the attached job description for a detailed overview of the role and main responsibilities.
This role is eligible for visa sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route. Sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements set by UKVI, including the relevant skill and salary thresholds, and any role-specific criteria.
Person specification
Registration
Essential criteria
9. NMC registration
10. Extensive experience in emergency care
Experience and Qualifications
Essential criteria
11. Registered nurse with extensive experience in emergency care.
12. Previous Trauma unit/MTC experience
13. Current ILS Provider
14. Completion of Level 1 Trauma Course or equivalent (TILS)
15. Evidence of post-graduate A&E Course (enrolled or completion)
16. Practice assessor or mentorship module completion.
17. Completion or near completion of the ECA level 2 competencies
Desirable criteria
18. Team Leadership experience
19. A wider organisational understanding
20. ILS/ALS Instructor
21. Evidence of professional development in resuscitation and emergency nursing such as a level 2 trauma course or equivalent (ATNC, TNCC or ETC).
22. A wider organisational understanding Team leadership experience. ILS/ALS Instructor Evidence of professional development in resuscitation and emergency nursing such as a level 2 trauma course or equivalent (ATNC, TNCC or ETC). Advanced resuscitation skills (ALS, NLS, APLS, EPLS).
Skills
Essential criteria
23. Triage proficiency
24. Venepuncture and cannulation
25. Basic IT Skills – Microsoft Office software.
People Management and Development
Essential criteria
26. Management experience and development
27. Aware of Trust position and current emergency quality indicators
Desirable criteria
28. Leadership course
Specific Requirements
Essential criteria
29. Understanding of patient tracking system
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Essential criteria
30. Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
31. Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
Employer certification / accreditation badges