Job overview
An exciting opportunity has risen for a dynamic, self-motivated Band 6 Deputy Sister/Charge Nurse, to work on Ward 28.
Ward 28 is an Older Adults, Acute Medical Ward which provides first class care for patients with various medical conditions at York Hospital. You will join a highly skilled multi-disciplinary team providing high quality expert services.
We are looking for a dynamic, dedicated and enthusiastic individual with the ability to enable and empower their team. Strong leadership and performance management is an integral aspect of this role, with patient safety and patient experience underpinning all aspects of the unit running efficiently and effectively.
Main duties of the job
You will be responsible for supporting the Band 7, to provide management support for Ward 28, which entails managing the Nursing team. This includes, but not limited to:
1. Allocation of staff to teams, and ensuring they are working within their level of competence
2. Working alongside Doctors, to ensure patients receive appropriate care
3. Liaising with the operational team, to ensure timely transfer of patients out of the unit to appropriate ward areas
4. Taking charge in challenging circumstances within the unit, and ensuring that support is given to junior colleagues at all times
5. Assisting the Band 7 to ensure appraisals, mandatory training and competency assessments for all nursing staff are kept up to date
Overall, the focus of this role is to ensure the unit is safe and functional at all times.
Working for our organisation
Trust Information Pack:
Our benefits
We offer a range of benefits to support our staff including:
6. Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants
7. 27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service)
8. A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave
9. Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues, 24/7, from our Employee Assistance Programme
10. NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme
11. An extensive range of learning and development opportunities
12. Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring, cinema and finance from a range of providers
For further information on the fantastic range of benefits we offer please visit the Trust's dedicated Staff Benefits pages.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.
Working for the Trust
Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.
Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact:
As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.
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We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britain’s Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment.
COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements
Our Trust continues to strongly encourage our staff to be vaccinated against COVID19, this remains our best defence to protect our patients, ourselves and everyone else.
Person specification
Experience
Essential criteria
13. At least 2 years at Band 5 or equivalent
14. Working with a wide range of professionals
Qualifications
Essential criteria
15. Registered Nurse (Level 1)
16. Recognised teaching/assessing qualification
Training
Essential criteria
17. Evidence of continued professional development and implementation in clinical practice within the last 12 months
Desirable criteria
18. Understanding of training needs in relation to post
Special Knowledge
Essential criteria
19. Insight into clinical speciality
20. Insight into current issues in nursing/ professional issues
21. Standards of professional practice