Overview
Join to apply for the Charge Nurse - Emergency Department role at Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust.
Our ED sees in excess of 90,000 adult patients per year who present with a varied and diverse mix of clinical presentations and needs. The department moves at a fast pace and is often challenging, providing a stimulating and supportive environment in which to work.
Responsibilities
* Provide sound professional leadership to staff at band 5 grade level and below. Work closely with the Department senior sister / charge nurse and provide a support mechanism for them.
* Ensure that all activities in the area are carried out within Lewisham & Greenwich NHS Trust policy guidelines. Promote the objectives of the Trust’s Vision and Philosophy for Nursing. Ensure duties are carried out in accordance with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).
* Assist in the implementation of national improvement initiatives and targets (e.g., 4 hour target, The NHS Plan, National Service Frameworks, Essence of Care and clinical governance).
* Take charge of patients' care in the Resuscitation area and across all areas of the department.
* Be a clinical expert within ED nursing and have the ability to lead, manage, guide and direct others within the ED and wider Multidisciplinary teams within the Trust.
* Commit to the ongoing development of ED nursing and to the service provided to patients and staff.
Qualifications and requirements
* Clinical expertise in Emergency Department nursing with the ability to lead and work with multidisciplinary teams.
* Commitment to ongoing development of ED nursing and service quality.
* Ability to work within the Trust structure and policies; adherence to NMC standards.
Support and Development
You will be well supported within the wider ED team, including our full-time practice development team and an excellent senior nursing team.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Our People Are Our Greatest Asset. We are committed to equality, diversity & inclusion (EDI) and have initiatives to cultivate a culture of engagement.
* Improving representation at senior levels of staff with disabilities, from Black, Asian and ethnic minority backgrounds, identify as LGBTQ+ and women, through improved recruitment and leadership development.
* Widening access (anchor institution) and employability.
* Improving the experience of staff with disability.
* Improving EDI literacy and confidence of Trust staff through training and development.
* Making equalities mainstream.
How to apply / contact
For further details or informal visits contact: Name: George Adomako, Job title: Matron, Email: george.adomako@nhs.net, Telephone: 020 8836 6139. Please contact Matron Amanda Yates or Matron George Adomako on 020 8836 6139.
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