Overview
This is a rewarding but demanding post that requires commitment and dedication to provide quality care to infants, children, young people and their families/carers from a diverse population. You will also be responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of programmes of evidence-based nursing care to a group of patients; provide leadership and supervision of others carrying out all aspects of the caring process; deputise and take charge of the given area regularly in the absence of the Ward/Unit Manager who has 24 hour accountability and responsibility; actively contribute to setting and maintaining high standards of quality nursing care; participate in the effective clinical leadership and management of the ward team; actively contribute to the improvement of services and the quality of care provision to meet the needs of patients, service users and their families; act as a role model, mentoring, teaching, assessing and supporting students and learners on placement and participate in the education, development and mentorship of other staff.
Responsibilities
* Responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of programmes of evidence-based nursing care to a group of patients.
* Leadership and supervision of others carrying out all aspects of the caring process.
* Deputise and take charge of the given area regularly in the absence of the Ward/Unit Manager who has 24 hour accountability and responsibility.
* Actively contribute to setting and maintaining high standards of quality nursing care.
* Participate in the effective clinical leadership and management of the ward team.
* Actively contribute to the improvement of services and the quality of care provision to meet the needs of patients, service users and their families.
* Act as a role model, mentoring, teaching, assessing and supporting students and learners on placement and participate in the education, development and mentorship of other staff.
Working for our organisation
Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030). We have four primary goals: high-quality care for all, being a great place to work, partnerships for impact, and research and education excellence. We will embed health equality in all we do, taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities. Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all: we are compassionate, we are proud, we are inclusive, and we are one team. This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.
About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust
Delivery of effective health care within the organisation
* Ensure that the delivery of care to own patients and for all patients when in charge meet the standards determined by the Ward/Unit Manager and the Standards for Better Health.
* Share responsibility with the Ward/Unit Manager to ensure that the highest standards of infection prevention and control are practiced at all times.
Contribute to the development of CMG and Trust policies, procedures and clinical guidelines and ensure compliance of self and others. Take due regard of the importance of the effect and consequence of the ward / care environment with regard to its physical, psychological and social effects on patients and care delivery. Promote, develop and implement patient and public involvement activities in the ward area, leading to service improvement. Ensure that self and team members act at all times to provide a personalised service to patients in accordance with agreed standards and promote quality, diversity and rights. Contribute to setting, maintaining and monitoring of standards of care to the optimum level and lead the improvement of care, through benchmarking, audit and research. Ensure that self and all nursing staff practice at all times in accordance with the NMC Code of Professional Conduct, raising any concerns with the Ward/Unit Manager and action as directed. Participate in ward audits and the development and implementation of relevant action plans and implementation of changes as required. Participate in service redesign, reconfiguration projects effecting change and new ways of working. Monitor health, safety and security of self and others and promote best practice in the ward area. Ensure own actions assist with maintaining best practice and Standards for Better Health. Carry out duties in accordance with the Health and Safety at Work Act 1971. Move and handle patients and goods in ways that promote the health of the patient and care team and are consistent with legislation. Actively responsible for the maintenance of a clean and safe environment adhering to infection control policies, procedures and best practice. Responsible for maintaining safe and hazard-free area of work.
Talent and development opportunities
Do you want to join our friendly and motivated multidisciplinary team who strive to deliver high quality emergency care to patients presenting acutely unwell with various illnesses and injuries? We are looking for experienced nurses with strong clinical knowledge, excellent communication skills and a passion for emergency care. Due to our links with the local Universities and our dedicated multi-disciplinary education team we are able to offer tailor made education and development packages. We have a dedicated Children\'s Emergency Department Educator who will work alongside you in the department and support you in your development. We offer training opportunities delivered in house, university and national accredited courses with access to the Emergency Nurse Practitioner (ENP) and Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP) programmes. The educational team also deliver weekly MDT simulations within the department and our training pod. You will require relevant year\'s experience and the clinical skills to work at a senior level within the Children's Emergency Department. You will be expected to work in all areas of the department to maintain your clinical skills. You will be supported by the sisters/charge nurses and the senior nursing team in the development of your management and leadership skills.
Application notes
Please submit your application form without delay to avoid disappointment; we will close vacancies prior to the publishing closing date if we receive a sufficient number of completed application forms. Please check the email account (including your junk mail) that you supplied as part of your application on a regular basis following the closing date and throughout the recruitment process, as this is how we will communicate with you.
Equality and recruitment information
UHL is an equal opportunities employer. We aim to employ a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds who match our job criteria. Applicants who have a disability and meet the essential criteria for the job will be interviewed if you indicate you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme. If you require a reasonable adjustment at any stage of the recruitment process please make the recruitment services team aware as soon as possible. UHL is committed to helping colleagues balance the demands of both their work and personal needs through flexible working arrangements wherever reasonably practicable and subject to service needs.
Compliance and safety
Disclosure and Barring Service Check: If the post involves regulated activity, you will be required to undertake a DBS check. The Trust will pay for the check initially and the money will be deducted from your salary over a three month period. Current price: £38 for an enhanced check and £18 for a standard check.
COVID 19 Risk Assessment: A staff risk assessment is part of the pre-employment checks to ensure you can safely perform duties in any work area. If identified as vulnerable, reasonable adjustments will be discussed with Occupational Health and your recruiting manager.
Covid Vaccination Status: Covid-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself and others. We encourage vaccination.
University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust holds the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion at the heart of everything it does and we are committed to developing a workforce that reflects the community we serve. We welcome applications from diverse communities of Leicester, Leicester and Rutland to help deliver healthcare services that meet the needs of our diverse communities.
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