Job overview
We are currently recruiting for a Clinical Sister to join an established and enthusiastic team. Ward 28 at James Cook University Hospital is the regional centre for Vascular Surgery and Diabetic Foot Service, and we have recently expanded our service to provide a wider range of specialist vascular care.
The unit is the arterial centre for Middlesbrough, Stockton-On-Tees, Hartlepool, Darlington and Durham and our patients are a mix of elective and emergency admissions. Our caseload is variable with patients undergoing vascular radiological procedures such as angioplasties and stents, to bypass grafts and amputations. The addition of the diabetic foot service is an opportunity to expand our ability to be involved with patients who require vascular interventions but also who often have significant wounds to manage.
We are looking for an individual who has Vascular experience, are enthusiastic and highly motivated and who can demonstrate the ability to lead and motivate staff. You will be a team player and display good communication and organisational skills and have the ability to develop your clinical management experience. You will have a positive can-do attitude and always strive for the best for your patients and nursing colleagues.
The nature of the work means that we very much work as a multi-disciplinary team, from the consultants who are a visible presence involved on a day-to-day basis, to our fantastic, dedicated therapies team that help our patients through an often-difficult journey. Each individual staff member matters and we all have a part to play in ensuring that the care our patients receive exceeds their expectations.
The post provides an exciting opportunity to develop as a senior nurse and support the manager in driving improvement. You will also be supported in participating in learning opportunities which may be informal on the ward teaching sessions or more formal training opportunities. Your individual staff development plan will ensure you get the right development opportunities.
The Team are a hardworking bunch committed to providing a high standard of care. We encourage a professional but fun atmosphere with good peer support to help you find your feet.
Main duties of the job
To be an active member of the multidisciplinary team demonstrating a range of nursing skills to meet the needs of the patient in a safe and caring environment that promotes dignity, privacy and respect.
The post holder will be expected to develop knowledge and skills within the specialty and to actively participate in the day to day management of the ward, co-ordinating and supporting all staff, whilst completing other management tasks as guided by the Ward Manger.
The post holder will be able to confidently communicate with the MDT and be able to deal with situations such as concerns/complaints in order to resolve any grievance at an early opportunity.
The post holder should be willing to lead in areas of ward improvement, encouraging and engaging with staff to effect change. The goal is to work towards accreditation and excellence.
Demonstrates the Trust Values and Behaviours and the Trust Code of Conduct and the nursing and midwifery 6Cs at all times acting in the best interests of patients and treating everyone with dignity and respect.
The post holder has a duty of care to patients and is expected to comply fully with all Trust policies in particular policies relating to personal and patient safety and the prevention of healthcare associated infections. As a Trust employee you will honour your work commitments, be reliable, trustworthy and uphold values and beliefs of the Trust.
Working for our organisation
South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust offers leadership and improvement training to all new staff. This training programme has been designed to support our leaders in developing their understanding of leadership and management skills. You will be expected to attend the following training sessions:
·Your Leadership Impact
·Leading your Team to Success
·Leading Into the Future
·Service Improvement for Beginners
·Developing your Service Improvement Skills
·Lean Practitioner
The leadership and improvement programme aims to:
·Explore leadership within the NHS
·Promote Trust values and behaviours
·Develop your leadership effectiveness and skills
·Equip staff with the necessary knowledge and skills to lead and complete service improvements within the scope of your role.
After you complete these six and a half days of training you will be able to explore further leadership and improvement training opportunities. We also offer a range of additional in-house and externally provided courses and bitesize programmes through our Leadership and Improvement Team.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please see the full job description and person specification document(s) attached for main responsibilities of the role.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
1. Registered Nurse (NMC)
2. Evidence of ongoing professional development
3. Degree or Diploma
4. Post graduate study experience
Experience
Essential criteria
5. Significant post-registration experience in Vascular nursing
6. Evidence of audit involvement and an understanding of how these feed into quality improvement
7. Experience of leading a ward on a day-to-day basis
Knowledge
Essential criteria
8. Ability to manage 26-30 vascular patients safely
9. Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills
10. Evidence based clinical practice
11. Ability to work under pressure
12. Can effectively prioritise and co-ordinate both on an individual basis but when managing the wider team
13. Ability to use initiative to make decisions within the sphere of work and/or recognising when assistance is required
14. A strong team player who is able to work for the benefit of the wider vascular MDT
15. Sound knowledge of vascular procedures undertaken and the ability to explain these to patients and their families
Disclosure and Barring Checks (DBS)
It is the policy of South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust that all successful candidates who are new to the Trust who require DBS clearance for the post they have been offered, are required to pay the cost of their DBS. The method of payment for this is via salary deduction from your first month's pay.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. We welcome applications from the Black and Minority Ethnic (BAME) Network; LGBT+ Network; Disability and Long-Term Health Conditions Network, Faith Network, Childless not by Choice Network and the Menopause Support Group.
As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you.
If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, email our team at
Right to Work in the UK
The Trust welcomes applications from all candidates who meet the criteria for the role. Please note that from January 2021, to work in the UK all candidates who are not UK or Republic of Ireland (RoI) nationals require sponsorship unless you have permission to work via another route. Non UK / RoI candidates wishing to apply can self-assess the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship here Work in the UK - (.
Please provide full and accurate details of your current immigration status on the application form. Your current immigration status will not be considered as part of the shortlisting or interview process.
Please note that not everyone needs a Skilled Worker visa. If you are applying for a vacancy in health or adult social care, you may be eligible to apply for the Health and Care Worker visa instead.
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Please note: if the job you are applying for does not meet the eligibility criteria above, we will be unable to offer you sponsorship and you will need to explore whether you may be eligible to apply for an alternative immigration route which will secure your right to work in the UK before you apply. If you are in the UK already on a visa, please ensure you have no restrictions that would prevent you from taking this post.
The Trust encourages and supports all applicants to be fully vaccinated against both COVID19 and influenza.
Please be aware, there are occasions where some vacancies may close prior to the closing date advertised. This will only happen where sufficient applications are received AND will be made evident on the job advert.
Please note if you are successfully shortlisted, we will contact you via the email address that you have applied from so please ensure you check your emails regularly.
Existing employees of South Tees NHS Foundation Trust currently on the Redeployment Register, who meet the essential criteria for this post, will be shortlisted and interviewed prior to all other applicants.