An exciting opportunity has now arisen to be part of an excellent team in the Weston Satellite Unit (based in Weston) at North Bristol NHS Trust. We are a forward-thinking department with an emphasis on staff development and training- we believe strongly that supporting our staff to grow and develop creates a great place to work and enables us to provide excellent care with compassion. We are seeking a highly motivated, enthusiastic individual who can bring his/her clinical expertise to the team,
Weston Dialysis Unit values the personal skills, experiences and qualities that individuals bring to our department, creating a diverse and knowledgeable team who feel motivated and able to influence the future direction of our service.
Main duties of the job
Take personal responsibility for ensuring that Trust and local policies and procedures are known and followedKnow and follow the advisory guidelines as laid down by the NMCAble to organize and co-ordinate servicesAssist in the implementation and evaluation of quality/initiatives/standardsPlans work of ward, staff training, rosters, short term cover - adjusts to cover emergenciesPromote and maintain a safe and comfortable therapeutic environment for all patients and a pleasant and receptive climate for the patients, their relatives and friends Check the readiness for use of special equipment and availability of nursing suppliesRecommend and practice acceptable economies for the promotion of an effective and efficient nursing serviceDevelops program of care. Undertakes a full nursing assessment, plan and evaluate nursing care for patientsEnsure the safe custody of patients' valuables and property Ensure the safe custody and administration of medicinesUndertake additional nursing skills for administration of IV drugs, undertakes appraisals forward staff, and develops staffManages sickness and absence Accountable for own professional actions not directly supervised Management of recruitment and retention Leads clinical audit Be aware of Trust's Health and Safety guidelines and attend sessions as required e.g. Fire procedures, manual handling etc.
About us
North Bristol NHS Trust employs over 12,000 staff providing healthcare to the residents of Bristol, South Gloucestershire and North Somerset from our award-winning hospital building at Southmead. We are the regional Major Trauma Centre, and an internationally recognized Centre of excellence in a range of services and major specialties. Our vision is that by enabling our teams to be the best that they can be, we will provide exceptional healthcare, personally delivered.
North Bristol NHS Trust values all people as individuals. We aim to be an anti-discriminatory organisation and are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We welcome applicants from all underrepresented groups.
Job responsibilities
The post holder will be responsible for leading and monitoring the performance of the nursing team. Also responsible for the development of programs of care, assessing implementing and evaluating nursing care. He/she is designated to ensure the effective running of the ward and managing resources. The ward manager/ Supervisory ward sister has 24-hour responsibility for the ward/ unit and holds and manages the ward budget.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Bachelor of Science in Adult Nursing ( Degree)
* Current NMC registration
* Recent study Degree/ MSc level or working towards
* Teaching and assessing (Degree or similar) ENB98
* Management or leadership course or equivalent expereince
* A range of experience in adult Nursing Care
* Previous experience at senior nurse band 6 level for 18 months
* Experience in Coaching or mentoring
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.
£49,387 to £56,515 a yearper annum, pro rata for part time roles
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