Job overview
Exciting opportunities are being developed to work within the Emergency Department at Dorset County Hospital. We would like to invite experienced band 6 staff from within the Emergency Department who feel are ready to lead a team of Band 6, Band 5 and band 3 staff and support the senior leadership team with emergency work.
We are looking for enthusiastic Band 6's who are organised and can use their own initiative whilst being flexible to frequently changing situations, to work with and support the Registered Nurses/Paramedics and Healthcare Assistants in the Emergency department where you will be supporting the team with maintaining the high standards of patient care, flow and quality assurances required to maintain a safe and effective ED.
This is a permanent position and would require communication with a range of health professionals in relation to patient admission and discharge.
There will be an expectation of the applicants to possess excellent communication skills to support the working of the team with internal and external agencies and, fellow professionals to support safe, effective patient discharges from hospital and assistance with patient flow by avoiding hospital admission.
Main duties of the job
The Senior leader is an experienced senior Nurse/AHP whose key duties will include, leading, co-ordinating and delivering high quality, complex patient care, managing team performance, resources and working within budget and implementing service improvements.
The post holder will use collaborative and independent judgement to assess, and act as an expert providing advice and ensuring evidence based care is delivered.
Managing the day to day running of the Emergency Department, ensuring compliance with standards (CQC) and managing resources effectively.
Supervising, mentoring and developing nursing staff, ensuring high quality patient centred care. This includes managing team performance and supporting staff through change.
Identifying and acting on clinical risks, leading audits and ensuring compliance with NICE guidelines.
Serving as a strong advocate, liaising between patients, families and the MDT to ensure personalised care.
Working for our organisation
At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture, we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff.
Our Mission is to work in partnership to provide high quality, compassionate services and to nurture an environment where people can be at their best. Our vision is healthier lives, empowered citizens, thriving communities.
We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.
We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application materials. While this is not discouraged, we kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role. Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process. We value honesty and appreciate applications that are genuine and representative of the individual behind them.
UKVI Sponsorship: This role is eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route, as defined by UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI). We welcome applications from individuals who require sponsorship to work in the UK. Sponsorship will be offered subject to meeting UKVI eligibility criteria.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.
Person specification
Knowledge & Experience
Essential criteria
* Significant post registration experience with a minimum of 3 years in acute medical/ emergency care at Band 6
* Understanding of professional healthcare issues
* Demonstrates motivation and commitment to providing high quality patient centred care and patient education
* Experience of resource management including staff and budget management
* Knowledge of clinical governance and experience of Risk management and managing complaints. Good understanding of the PSIRF process
Desirable criteria
* Experience of being directly / indirectly involved with national initiatives
Education, Qualifications & Training
Essential criteria
* Appropriate Professional Registration with a recognised healthcare body
* Evidence of CPD
* Recognised teaching Qualification
* Leadership/management qualification/experience
* Extended clinical skills to include Advances Life support (ALS), EPALS, ATNC or equivalent cannulation, catheterisation,, Stroke & TIA assessment training STAT, management of deteriorating patient
Skills & Abilities
Essential criteria
* Evidence of ability to act as a proficient healthcare practitioner
* Evidence of ability to maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, patients and visitors
* Evidence of an ability to manage patient flow and ability to escalate as required in accordance with policy
* Ability to effectively prioritise and organise own workload and workload of others.
* Demonstrates the application of evidence based practice, critical appraisal skills and knowledge of professional issues.
Desirable criteria
* Evidence of an area of special interest
Our Mission
Outstanding care for people in ways which matter to them.
Our Vision
Dorset County Hospital, working with our health and social care partners, will be at the heart of improving the well-being of our communities.
Our Values
Integrity, Respect, Teamwork, Excellence
We are a Trust that celebrates diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We would welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.
PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT INFORMATION CAREFULLY BEFORE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION
Please read the job description and person specification carefully to ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills and experience required.
The closing date/interview date is subject to amendment; this vacancy may therefore expire at short notice, so we recommend that you submit an application at your earliest convenience. We reserve the right to close any vacancies without notice.
Shortlisted applicants will be contacted via email; therefore it is important that you check your personal email account regularly.
Unfortunately we are unable to respond to every application; if we do not contact you within 4 weeks of the closing date, please be advised that you not have been shortlisted on this occasion.
You can contact us on 01305 254655 to find out whether you have been shortlisted or if you would like feedback.