We are excitedto announce an exceptional opportunity for a Lead Nurse position withinBarnsley Hospitals newly established, state-of-the-art 13-bed Intensive CareUnit (ICU). We are seeking a dedicated Band 7 nurse to join and collaborateclosely with the current Lead Nurse, supporting both clinical and managerialresponsibilities while leading a diverse team of over 80 healthcareprofessionals.
The idealcandidate will be passionate about delivering high-quality, patient-centredcare within a multidisciplinary framework that emphasises holistic andcompassionate care delivery. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive andstimulating environment, offering excellent opportunities for professionalgrowth and skills development.
Educationand continuous learning are at the heart of our philosophy. We actively promotepersonal and professional development through strong partnerships withSheffield Hallam University, providing access to further study opportunitiesand a competency-based development system tailored to support your careerprogression.
Thesuccessful applicant will have proven experience in a Band 6 role within anacute adult critical care setting, with expertise in delivering Level 3 care.You will demonstrate strong interpersonal and leadership skills, alongside aproactive and flexible approach, contributing to the ongoing evolution andexcellence of our ICU service.
Main duties of the job
This is a full time 6 month secondment and we invite applications from dynamic, highly motivated candidates who hold a recognised Adult Critical Care qualification and possess substantial, recent clinical experience within a critical care environment.
Bea highly competent, knowledgeable and visible practitioner within the clinical environment ensuring the provision of excellent, evidence based nursing care for the patients and their families.
Ensure that each patient is assessed and that their care is planned, implementedand evaluated in negotiationwith the patient and as appropriate their family, and that thisis accurately documented
Participate/manage any service developments within their own specialised areaof responsibility
Ensure that the quality of care delivered is exemplary throughout the 24 hour period,with appropriatedelegation of duties being a major factor in thiswork.
Ensure that careisresponsive to theneeds ofpatients andreflectsTrust procedures
Act as an exemplaryrole model at all times and undertake 60% - 80% rostered clinical work
If youare ready to take the next step in your nursing career and lead a committedteam in a cutting-edge critical care setting, then we would be pleased to hearfrom you.
Forfurther information or to discuss the role in more detail, please contact:Matron Maria CooperTelephone: 01226 436202
About us
Wereserve the right to close positions early
BarnsleyHospital NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing Trust, currently ratedGood by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and achieving significant progressin the delivery of our strategic objectives, including our ambition to be thebest Place to Work
We scored bestin the country in the most recent NHS Staff Survey for teamwork, compassionateleadership, and supporting work/life balance. In 2024's survey, the Trust alsoscored above average in every theme of the NHS People Promise the promise NHS colleagues make toeach other to improve the experience of working in the NHS for everyone
We are proud ofthe commitment of our colleagues to ensuring a strong and sustainable futureand our organisation is highly valued by our local communities
There has neverbeen a better time to join Barnsley Hospital. It is moving at pace and a wecan do this attitude is evident right through the organisation
BarnsleyHospital NHS FT is committed to promoting equality of opportunityand fair treatment to all applicants
Forindividuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health& care visa route please use the link on the right hand side of the advertto check your eligibility, please note that band 2 and 3 entry roles are nolonger eligible for sponsorship
Thecost of the DBS (criminal records check) for Band 6 and above roles will onlybe met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attachedJob Description and Person Specification for full details of the role andresponsibilities.
SupportingDocuments
Please refer to thevalues-based recruitment guidance and associated documentation.
Person Specification
* In around 100 words please describe what Equality & Diversity means to you and why they are important.
* In around 100 words please describe what motivates you to do a good job
Qualifications
* 1st level registered nurse. Experience at Band 6
* Post graduate qualification in Critical Care
* Plus additional qualifications including Assessing and mentoring qualification and additional relevant degree (or evidence of working towards a degree)
* Evidence of on-going dynamic continuing professional development within the specialty.
* Compliance with all Mandatory training Demonstrable experience of taking charge of a ward environment
* NVQ D32/33 Assessor Course
* Advanced Life Support training
Experience
* Experience of leading and managing a team of nurses
* Previous experience of change management and problem solving.
* Experience of handling clinical incidents and complaints.
Knowledge and Awareness
* Thorough specialty knowledge relevant to the department.
* Understanding of audit and research methodologies
* Understanding of resource management, health and safety, clinical risk and quality issues.
* Handling clinical incidents and complaints
* Awareness of equality and diversity
* Knowledge of web site access
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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