Job summary
- Main area
- Gynaecology
- Grade
- NHS AfC: Band 6
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Part time - 30 hours per week
- Job ref
- 409-6436091
- Employer
- Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Whiston Hospital
- Town
- Prescott
- Salary
- £35,392 - £42,618 per annum pro rata
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 26/07/2024 23:59
Employer heading
Ward Sister/Charge Nurse - Ward 3E
NHS AfC: Band 6
Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen within the gynaecology department at Whiston hospital.
The post holder will be expected to assist the Ward Manager in all aspects of the clinical operation of a 17 bedded Gynaecology Ward and Gynaecology Assessment Unit.
Successful applicants will need to be highly motivated and enthusiastic, have experience in surgical nursing and possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
We require an individual who is forward thinking, well organised with a positive attitude towards flexibility and change. Recent gynaecological experience at band 5 level or above is desirable along with a proven track record of effective communication, leadership and clinical expertise.
An Enhanced DBS with barred lists for both Adults & Children is required for this post.
Main duties of the job
- Take charge regularly of a ward in the absence of the Ward Manager.
- Lead a team of staff at Band 5 and below and set and maintain delivery of quality of care.
- Have an awareness of the Clinical Governance Agenda is essential. They will have responsibility for the development, implementation and evaluation of care plans and will ensure optimal standards of care by acting as a role model.
- To act as clinical expert for nursing issues
- To supervise junior staff in the delivery of safe competent care
- Take appropriate action to address any issues or risk
- Promote a patient focused multi-disciplinary approach to care in collaboration with carers, health care professionals and other AHPs
- Ensure a safe and timely discharge / transfer of patients
- Ensure that treatment prescribed by the medical team are carried out and that changes in patient condition are escalated as appropriate
- Act as advocate for the patient, respecting dignity, wishes and beliefs.
Working for our organisation
The Secretary of State has approved the partnership between St Helens & Knowsley and Southport & Ormskirk Hospitals.
We have come together as a single organisation under the name Mersey & West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust.
The Trust delivers acute hospital care, intermediate care, community, and primary care services to a population of over 600,000 people with a combined workforce of around 9000 dedicated and skilled staff from 17 locations including Whiston, Southport & Formby, St Helens, Ormskirk and Newton hospitals.
The Trust provides regional services for burns, plastic surgery and spinal injuries to more than 4 million people across Mersey and West Lancashire, Cheshire, the Isle of Man and North Wales.
Our Vision is to deliver 5 Star Patient Care:
CARE that is evidence based, high quality and compassionate
SAFETY that is of the highest standards
COMMUNICATION that is open, inclusive and respectful
SYSTEMS that are efficient, patient centred and reliable
PATHWAYS that are best practice and embedded, but also respect the individual needs of patients.
Our achievements include:
Trust rated Outstanding by CQC Inspection August 2018
Top 100 places to work in the NHS (NHS Employers & Health Service Journal)
Awarded National Preceptorship Accreditation (2023) for our Nursing & AHP Preceptorship Programme
Please see our Wellbeing & Benefits booklet for more information on our staff benefits. Accessible version available upon request.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
KEY DUITES
- To act as clinical expert for nursing issue.
- To supervise junior staff in the delivery of safe competent care.
- Take appropriate action to address any issues or risk.
- Promote a patient focused multi-disciplinary approach to care in collaboration with carers, health care professionals and other AHPs.
- Ensure a safe and timely discharge / transfer of patients.
- Ensure that treatment prescribed by the medical team are carried out and that changes in patient condition are escalated as appropriate.
- Act as advocate for the patient, respecting dignity, wishes and beliefs.
CLINICAL & PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- Maintain Professional Registration.
- Adhere to the NMC Code of Practice and The Scope of Professional Practice.
- To participate in the recruitment, orientation, development and any other personal issues related to staff as required.
- Optimum use of resources so that standards of care and safety are not compromised.
- Maintain effective communication systems, so that all staff can practice in an informed and professional manner.
- Maintain effective communication with patients, relatives, visitors and staff as required,
- To investigate any untoward incident/complaint thoroughly. Liaise promptly with the Matron or Directorate Manager.
- Be fully conversant with the Major Incident Policy and be prepared to support its activation as required.
- Ensure effective infection prevention and control methods are followed.
- Maintain effective allocation of staff utilising appropriate skill mix.
ADMINISTRATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES
- To ensure that the recording of patient care is comprehensive, concise and in line with the NMC Record Keeping guidance.
- Ensure IT systems are current eg ADT.
TEACHING & TRAINING RESPONSIBILITIES
- To maintain an effective learning environment for all staff, contributing to the training and assessment of staff.
- To act as a role model and expert practitioner, providing support and guidance to nursing staff.
- To participate in the annual performance review of identified staff Band 5 and below in order to identify their training and development needs.
- To participate in an annual performance review to identify the post-holders personal development needs.
- To personally ensure fulfilment of the requirements for professional updating and to maintain a personal record for future registration purposes.
LINE MANAGEMENT/SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Responsibility for designated nursing staff within team including appraisals, HR management and support in clinical practice in conjunction with the Matron.
- Responsibility for nursing staff within the team.
FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
- Managing nursing team and skill mix appropriately, utilising bank and agency staff when appropriate within departments budget.
RESEARCH & AUDIT
- Contribute towards the setting, maintaining and monitoring of standards of care within the Department by leading and participating in surgical audits.
Person specification
Qualificiations
Essential criteria
- Registered Nurse with current NMC Registration
- Evidence of continued professional development
- Teaching and Assessing Qualification/Training, or equivalent experience
Desirable criteria
- Immediate Life Support/Advanced Life Support
Knowledge
Essential criteria
- Substantial post registration experience within an acute setting
- Substantial Gynaecology experience
- Knowledge of the skills required to undertake the role
- Knowledge of current professional and clinical issues
- Knowledge of safeguarding procedures
- Knowledge of IPC Practices
- Evidence of quality improvement in patient care
Desirable criteria
- Experience of clinical teaching
- Facilitated staff professional development
Skills
Essential criteria
- Excellent communication skills
- Excellent time management and organisational skills
- Ability to prioritise effectively
- Ability to work autonomously and as a multi-disciplinary team
- Triage skills
- Leadership skills
Other
Essential criteria
- Flexible approach to working pattern
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
- Sadie Healy
- Job title
- Ward Manager
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01516765993
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