Job overview
We are currently seeking to recruit Band 6 Junior Sisters/Charge Nurses who are looking to develop their clinical and leadership skills in a forward-thinking and varied environment. We have permanent vacancies and a secondment opportunity!
You are likely to be an emerging leader within your field of nursing, a senior staff nurse who is looking for further clinical or leadership development or an established ED nurse looking for the next step in your career. You will be passionate about the care that you and your team deliver and offer a flexible and dedicated approach to this role. You will have the necessary post-registration experience working within an ED or acute services ward and you will already hold, at least, a substantive Band 5 post within your ward/department. You will be able to offer flexibility in relation to your shift pattern and have the ability to work a range of shifts over a 24-hour-period, inclusive of nights and weekends.
If you are considering the secondment opportunity please speak to your Line Manager first and visit your Trust's Secondment Policy.
Main duties of the job
1. To support and work with the senior charge nurse and Matron to provide effective unit management.
2. To take regular charge of the clinical area in the absence of the senior charge nurse.
3. To take responsibility for the assessments of the care needs; the development, implementation and evaluation of care to ensure the highest possible standards of care are received by patients.
4. To supervise and teach other nursing and non-nursing staff, acting as an excellent clinical role model and team leader to ensure quality care is delivered to the patients.
5. The post holder will demonstrate expert knowledge and practice in the delivery of patient care, therefore experience of working within an acute environment is essential.
6. You are expected to communicate effectively with patients and relatives and the other members of the multi-disciplinary team ensuring accurate and seamless information is conveyed and documented.
7. Good clear communication skills are necessary for this post as you will be required to co-ordinate the flow of patients safely through the unit whilst liaising with other departments to ensure a quick turnover to aid with the flow of patients through the Trust.
Working for our organisation
Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Both hospital sites offer key services such as A&E, Obstetrics-led Maternity and Paediatrics. You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology.
Our Values
We not only recruit based on qualifications and experience - we recruit individuals who demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. We achieve this by using values based recruitment. We are dedicated to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone, we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and creating a culture that values differences.
Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering first 6 months in post. Travel between hospital sites may be required. Please review all documents attached to ensure you familiarize yourself with all requirements of the job.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
8. To deputise for the ED band 7 and liaise with members of the multi-disciplinary team both within the organisation and with external stakeholders, to ensure care is delivered to the patient both effectively and efficiently.
9. Communicate proactively with all staff on the clinical condition and treatment plan of patients and ensures accurate nursing records are maintained by all staff.
10. To lead and support others in co-ordinating the discharge process and ensures written and verbal advice is available to patient’s relatives and carers.
Please see detailed Job Description attached.
Person specification
Qualification & Experience
Essential criteria
11. Post registration experience of working in an acute hospital setting
12. Current & Active UK NMC Registration
13. Experience of working in an Emergency Department for at least 18 months
Desirable criteria
14. Degree in Nurse related specialty or working towards
Skills
Essential criteria
15. Completed ILS
16. Evident of excellent communication skills
17. Mentorship / Practice assessor / SLIP
Desirable criteria
18. Advanced life support
19. Evidence of having or working towards having leadership courses
Knowledge and Experience
Essential criteria
20. Experience in triage prioritisation and rapid patient assessment
21. Experience in leading or coordinating a team in the clinical area
22. Experience supporting junior staff, students/or new starters
23. Understanding of infection control practices in the ED
Desirable criteria
24. Knowledge of NHS targets and performance standards (e.g 4Hr targets
25. Experience in quality improvement, audit, or service service development
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.