Overview
Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030). We have four primary goals: high-quality care for all, being a great place to work, partnerships for impact, and research and education excellence. We will embed health equality in all we do, taking active steps to reduce avoidable differences in healthcare by working in partnership with communities. Our strategy is underpinned by new values and will be an everyday reality for all: we are compassionate, we are proud, we are inclusive, and we are one team. This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.
About the organisation
University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust is responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of programmes of evidence-based nursing care to a group of patients. It provides leadership and supervision of others carrying out all aspects of the caring process, deputises and takes charge of the given area in the absence of the Ward/Unit Manager who has 24-hour accountability and responsibility, and actively contributes to setting and maintaining high standards of quality nursing care. It supports effective clinical leadership and management of the ward team and works to improve services and the quality of care to meet the needs of patients, service users and their families. The Trust values education and mentorship of students and staff and welcomes discussion about opportunities further.
Responsibilities
* Actively contribute to the improvement of services and the quality of care provision to meet the needs of patients, service users and their families.
* Act as a role model, mentoring, teaching, assessing and supporting students and learners on placement and participate in the education, development and mentorship of other staff.
* Provide clinical leadership and management of the ward team; participate in the effective clinical leadership and management of the ward.
* Lead and supervise others carrying out all aspects of the caring process; deputise and take charge of the area when the Ward/Unit Manager is unavailable.
* Maintain high standards of quality nursing care and contribute to setting those standards.
* Maintain safety by investigating incidents, monitoring staffing levels and rosters, and ensuring appropriate sickness absence management and appraisals.
* Work in Oncology/Haematology with paediatric oncology experience and, ideally, an external paediatric oncology qualification.
* Be a clinical role model with strong clinical knowledge and excellent leadership skills; demonstrate problem solving and prioritisation abilities.
* Carry out cross-coverage between inpatient ward and Day Care Unit as required.
* Engage with patient care pathways, including care for Teenage Young Adult patients undergoing stem cell transplantation.
Qualifications and requirements
* Strong clinical knowledge and skills appropriate to the role; excellent leadership and management ability.
* Line management responsibilities include sickness absence management and conducting staff appraisals; commitment to team development.
* Experience in Oncology/Haematology with a passion for delivering high-quality patient care.
* Hard-working, adaptable, with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritise workload.
* Paediatric oncology experience preferred; external paediatric oncology qualification desirable.
Ward information
Ward 27 cares for children and young adults aged 0-25 years with cancer and various haematology conditions. It comprises a 12-bed inpatient ward and an attached Day Care Unit. There are vacancies on both the inpatient ward and the Day Care Unit. Staff may be based primarily in one area but cross-coverage across both areas will be required at times. The team works with partners in adult services and with Children’s Services at Nottingham to provide diverse professional development opportunities.
Application and processes
Please submit your application form without delay. We may close vacancies prior to the published closing date if a sufficient number of complete applications are received. Check your email (including junk) regularly after the closing date for communications related to recruitment.
Equal opportunities and additional checks
UHL is an equal opportunities employer and aims to reflect the diverse communities it serves. We welcome applications from all backgrounds that meet the job criteria. Applicants who have a disability and meet the essential criteria will be interviewed if you indicate you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme. If you require a reasonable adjustment at any stage, please inform the recruitment services team. UHL supports flexible working where practicable and subject to service needs.
Compliance and safety checks
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks are required for positions involving regulated activity. The Trust will pay for the check initially and recover the cost from salary over three months from your first pay. DBS check pricing: £38 enhanced and £18 standard. COVID-19 risk assessment is part of the pre-employment process to ensure you can safely perform duties in all work areas; adjustments may be made through Occupational Health discussions if you are identified as vulnerable. Covid vaccination is encouraged for staff and patients as part of protecting the workforce and service users.
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