Job overview
To provide and promote the highest possible standard of care based on professionally determined standards and accept accountability for the patient as an individual, providing autonomy.
Demonstrate leadership that will encourage and promote effective teamwork.
Support, innovative clinical practice contributing to implementing nursing policies based on National and Local strategies for Health Care.
To rotate through all clinical areas, to meet service needs and professional development
Main duties of the job
Plan, implement and evaluate standards of care within the Trust essence of care programme.
Provide high level of surgical nursing expertise to deliver excellent standards of individualised care
Establish a safe working environment for patients and staff and ensure
that patient dignity is compromised as little as possible.
Assist and coordinate in the cleaning of clinical areas, ensuring that the
area is clear of potential hazards.
Assist in the investigation of all incidents, accidents to all patients, visitors
or staff and implement the clinical incident reporting process.
Assist in the removal of clinical waste and contaminated items, including
Blood products to relevant areas
Maintain the appropriate unit documentation – e.g. profiles, care plans
and electronic records
Participate in the safe transfer and positioning of a range of patients.
Attend meetings as required
. Send equipment for repair with appropriate documentation
. Show competence in nurse led discharge policy to include dispensing take home prescriptions
.Participate in off duty rota as required
Working for our organisation
The Lancashire Elective Centre is looking to recruit full time band 6 Junior Sister.
This is an exciting opportunity offering the chance to become part of our dynamic team working within this unique to the UK unit that is continually evolving to meet the needs of the population of East Lancashire and the surrounding areas.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual that thrives in a fast paced environment who aspires to deliver high quality care within a team of innovative professionals where every individual’s contribution is valued.
Do you demonstrate strong leadership with previous extensive Surgical/ Medical experience possessing expert clinical skills and knowledge?
You will be the driver for providing high quality care to our patients, bringing innovative ideas for change in patient flow and ensure Quality Care Indicators are met.
The unit houses two Theatres, DVT clinic and day surgery/ overnight bed facilities
Our service covers a wide variety of adult specialities to include Orthopaedic, ENT, Max Fax and plastics, General, Breast, Vascular, ophthalmology, urology and chronic pain.
This post is primarily on the Burnley site; however some cross site working may be required to meet the needs of the service.
Support and opportunity will be given in developing your managerial skills.
The department welcomes new members of staff and has an open and friendly culture which is strongly supportive of nursing development and expansion of skills.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Our service covers a variety of adult specialities to include Breast. General and vascular surgery, ENT, Max Fax, Orthopaedic, Urology and chronic pain.
We care for both Surgical and Medical patients some of whom require over night stays.
We also house a Procedure room and DVT clinic.
We will open at 07:30 Monday until 14:00 on a Saturday, and require senior cover to facilitate this.
Weekend working is subject to capacity and demand.
Lead a team a team of nursing staff within this unit, to include trained nurses, health care support workers and student/ cadet nurses.
Provide nursing leadership and expertise and actively contribute to the delivery of high standards of individualised plans of nursing care.
Deputise in the absence of the Senior Sister.
Implement that clinical practice is carried out in accordance with Trust and Departmental policy
Participate and promote service development
Organise time, equipment and staff.
Demonstrate competency in nurse led discharge policy to include dispensing of medication.
Support patients, relatives and colleagues.
Participate in research and learning projects ongoing within the department.
You will be a registered General Nurse with post registration experience within a surgical ward.
A broad knowledge of surgery and medicine, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, experience of mentoring/ preceptorship and the ability to work on your own initiative are essential.
Some cross site working may be required to cover the needs of the service.
Person specification
essential
Essential criteria
* Registered nurse 1st level
* Extensive surgical experience
* Mentorship qualification or working towards
* Confident in decision making and problem solving
* Demonstrate ability to lead a team
* Participate and promote service development
* Ability to work on your own initiative
Desirable criteria
* Previous nurse led unit experience
* Previous medical experience