Job overview
An opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 Deputy Sister/Charge in Endoscopy at University Hospitals Dorset.You will need to be a hard-working and motivated team player committed to delivering high standards of patient centred care with excellent communication and organisational skills, a flexible attitude and you will need to demonstrate a commitment to your own personal development.The post holder must be able to demonstrate extensive knowledge of gastroenterology and endoscopy. The successful candidate will support the Sister and deputise for them in their absence and be responsible for the coordination of the day to day running of the unit. Will work collaboratively with referring clinicians and other specialists as part of the multidisciplinary team. Will be pro- active in the development of other staffs' practice and also be able to show evidence of their own self development within their clinical role. Based at: Royal Bournemouth Hospital but cross site cover will be required at Wimborne and Poole Hospital We can offer sponsorship for this position. Interview date: 2nd March Main duties of the job To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert Working for our organisation UHD are investing, developing and transforming Trust services in line with the New Hospital Programme. As part of this, some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or permanently. Recruiting Managers will be happy to answer any service-specific questions at interview. If a role or service relocates as part of a planned move, excess mileage will not be reimbursed. Travel from home to the new work base will be classed as a normal commute. Any other changes will be managed under Trust or national terms and conditions. UHD has active networks including Women’s, BAME, Pride, EU, Pro Ability, and Armed Forces. We support Disability Confident and Armed Forces Covenant interview schemes. AI tools may be used, but applications must honestly reflect your own skills and experience. Integrity is key to our recruitment process. Detailed job description and main responsibilities To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert Person specification Knowledge Essential criteria Knowledge of speciality Ability to support Clinical Supervision Awareness of key principles of risk management process Desirable criteria Experience of clinical audit Technical Skills Competencies Essential criteria Ability to work as part of a team and project a positive image Delegation abilities and excellent time management skills Experience Essential criteria Demonstrable Endoscopy experience Relevant post registration experience Evidence of ward/department management Experience of leading, motivating and supporting a team Desirable criteria Experience of providing training and education Experience of presenting to others Experience of managing resources Experience of monitoring clinical practice Ability to manage change Experience of Recruitment and Retention issues Qualifications Essential criteria Registration on NMC Register (RGN/RN Adult) or equivalent Teaching Qualification or equivalent / Mentor Course Desirable criteria Leadership course 1st level degree or working towards