3756 - Sister/Charge Nurse - Winter Pressures
This is a secondment opportunity that will start Mid November.
Are you looking for a new challenge?
Are you a band 5 looking to progress to band 6?
We have an exciting opportunity for 2 band 6 Sister/Charge nurse on ward 37, Winter Escalation.
We are looking for 2 enthusiastic and highly motivated nurses to join the team.
Ward 37 consists of 24 beds where as a band 6 on the ward you will be responsible for providing leadership, expertise, advice and clinical ability.
A commitment to continuous professional development for both yourself and the team is essential, as this will ensure that our team has the required skills and knowledge to deliver safe and effective care.
You will be responsible for supporting your manager in ensuring that our service users needs are met through the delivery of high‑quality care.
Main duties of the job
* To assist the Lead Nurse in the day to day running of the ward.
* To assist the Lead Nurse in the management/leading of the ward and its nursing workforce.
* Assisting the Lead Nurse with probationary management, incident investigations, roster management, assessing students and supporting new starters, appraisals, audits, service improvements and initiatives.
* To participate in the assessing, planning, implementation and evaluation of individualised care for medical patients.
* To assist the MDT with providing clear and concise instructions to patients regarding treatment plans, medications, follow‑up care and self‑management strategies, promoting patient empowerment and adherence to healthcare recommendations.
* To work collaboratively with all members of the MDT to develop and implement comprehensive care plans tailored to individual patient needs, ensuring continuity of care and effective communication across interdisciplinary teams.
* To recognise changes in patient conditions which require the intervention of others and refer on / escalation as appropriate.
* To clearly present the patient's point of view to others, including promoting and protecting the interest and dignity of patients.
* Maintain accurate and thorough electronic patient records of patient assessments, interventions, responses to treatment and discharge instructions.
* Ensure own practice is evidence‑based and contribute to the development of nursing practice in own area.
About us
We reserve the right to close positions early.
Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing Trust, currently rated Good by the Care Quality Commission and achieving significant progress in the delivery of our strategic objectives.
Barnsley Hospital NHS FT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity and fair treatment to all applicants.
For individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route, please check your eligibility. Note that band 2 and 3 entry roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship.
The cost of the DBS (criminal records check) for Band 6 and above roles will only be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction.
Person Specification
Knowledge and Awareness
* Current healthcare issues.
* Quality benchmarking.
* Quality, audit and its application.
* Clinical governance.
* Healthcare commission standards for better health.
* Risk management and NHSLA.
* Health and safety.
* Confidentiality.
* Statutory and professional requirements.
* NHS policy.
Experience
* Extensive experience at band 5 in specialty.
* Recognised leadership development program attendance.
Trust Values
* In around 100 words please describe what Equality & Diversity means to you and why they are important.
* In around 100 words please describe how you ensure you contribute to a well functioning team.
Qualifications
* 1st level registered nurse.
* Evidence of relevant post registration education and development.
* 998 or other recognised teaching course.
* Relevant degree or working towards.
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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