Job summary
- Main area
- PAEDIATRICS
- Grade
- NHS AfC: Band 6
- Contract
- Permanent: day night rotation
- Hours
- Full time
- Part time
- Job ref
- 216-HB-M6826839
- Employer
- University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- uhp derriford
- Town
- Plymouth
- Salary
- £37,338 - £44,962 £37,338 - £44,962 Per Annum Pro Rata
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 31/12/2024 23:59
Employer heading
JUNIOR SISTER - Paediatrics
NHS AfC: Band 6
Job overview
· To be responsible for organising and leading teams of nursing staff within a clinical setting.
· To be recognised as a clinical expert within the post holder’s particular care environment, and providing clinical advice.
· To be responsible for meeting the NMC requirements in line with the Code of Professional Conduct for their scope of responsibility.
· To lead by example, demonstrating effective role modelling to all members of the nursing team.
To act as deputy to the nominated ward manager on all aspects of management
***Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as ‘Priority’ and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon who are able to display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification***
Main duties of the job
· To provide clinical expertise and work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
· Supervision and direction of a maximum of 4 junior nursing staff, 2 healthcare assistants and 3 learners on any given shift.
· Responsible for co-ordinating and delivering effective quality nursing care following a patient centred model of practice and ensuring area of work runs smoothly and efficiently.
Responsible for ensuring resources are used effectively within the clinical environment Key Dimensions:
Working for our organisation
We are a people business – where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY. If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment team on 01752 432100. We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
PRIMARY DUTIES & AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY
1. Perform comprehensive assessment of patients nursing needs. Plan, implement and evaluate care delivery according to patient’s health care needs. To demonstrate high standards of clinical practice.
2. Have a good working knowledge of child protection issues / processes and take responsibility for the ongoing care of children in need.
3. Using critical care skills and knowledge, act as a resource to the wards regarding the care of critically ill children, providing advice and support.
4. Maintain a safe working environment, ensuring high standards and safe practice are maintained by:
a. Teaching staff to understand and accept their responsibilities e.g. environmental cleanliness, maintenance and use of all equipment within clinical setting.
b. Assist ward manager in the monitoring of incidents, accidents and complaints and participating in corrective action and the monitoring of outcomes.
c. Adhering to the guidelines of the Health & Safety at Work Act.
d. Utilisation of Trust Risk Assessment documentation, to ensure that Health & Safety and Clinical risk are reduced in the ward area.
5. Management of the area in the absence of a ward manager, including the deployment and supervision of staff.
6. To ensure that Trust, Divisional and Directorate Policies and Procedures are carried out correctly by:
a. Compiling off-duty rotas to make effective use of staff.
b. Being responsible for efficient and effective usage of the available resources in the absence of the ward manager.
c. Compiling and maintaining staff attendance records, managing and monitoring sickness and absenteeism in accordance with Trust Policy.
d. Carrying out agreed procedures for the appraisal and counselling of staff.
e. Being actively involved with recruitment, selection and retention.
7. Establish and maintain effective communication channels within and outside the department by:
a. Promoting teamwork and inter-personnel relationships and encouraging others in the decision making process.
b. Attending regular Sisters Meetings, organising Ward Meetings and participating in Divisional and Directorate forums as required.
c. Playing an active role in the integration of Patient and Public Involvement.
d. Effecting change in order to meet changing patient need.
e. To participate in the Major Incident Policy.
8. To be responsible for the continuing assessment of performance and the identification of development needs of team members by:
a. Conducting staff annual appraisals that include a personal development plan relevant to their particular needs.
b. Facilitating staff members to meet PREP requirements.
Person specification
KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE
Essential criteria
- • Demonstrable experience in a similar role or above • Demonstrable ED experience • Understanding and knowledge of the PEWS/ the care of the critically ill child, initial assessment of the emergency patient and identifying the clinical priority • Ability to support the emergency team through a resuscitation/ trauma • IV Drug administration competent. Knowledge of ED therapies and medication . • Understanding of the Emergency targets • Ability to support departmental implementation to ensure compliance with Emergency Care government targets. • Mentor/supervise junior nursing staff, undertake their appraisals and support PDP’s • Heath Promotion awareness to the child and their families. • Enthusiasm for teaching, education and supervision •
Desirable criteria
- • Previous demonstrable experience within an Emergency dept/MIU • Previous demonstrable experience in a leadership capacity • Triage and assessment training • Emergency care skills set • Venepuncture and cannulation • Application of Plaster of Paris • Wound management • ECG competency
QUALIFICATIONS
Essential criteria
- • Registered Nurse • RSCN / RN child Branch or equivalent. • Mentorship Course • Leadership qualification or the willingness to undertake • Diploma in Nursing or Health Related Studies or equivalent. • Child protection level 3 training- good understanding of child protection policies /procedures • PLS (Paediatric Life Support )
Desirable criteria
- • Degree in Health related subject • APLS or a willingness to undertake qualification • Major incident training • Child protection supervision
APTITUDE & ABILITIES
Essential criteria
- • Good organisational skills • Ability to analyse and evaluate information • Ability to work collaboratively • Ability to organise and coordinate and support patient flow within the hospital.
DISPOSITION / ATTITUDE / MOTIVATION
Essential criteria
- • Willingness to undertake further training and development • Ability to role model and lead by example • Able to recognise the professional accountability and responsibility commensurate with the post • Leadership and team building skills • Ability to motivate and manage change • Must have good communication skills, influencing and negotiating skills
Desirable criteria
- • Ability to demonstrate their experience of planning and leading a change process in a clinical setting.
OTHER FACTORS
Essential criteria
- Research work is carried out on the unit and staff are encouraged to participate
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- charlotte durrant
- Job title
- LEAD NURSE PAEDIATRICS
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01752439924
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