King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
We are looking to recruit a Junior Sister/Charge Nurse in our well-established Discharge Unit for a 12-month secondment. Are you someone who has exceptional people skills? Are you motivated, driven, and have high standards? Are you organised and able to work in a very fast-paced environment whilst upholding high standards of care? If you think this is you, and you are determined to make a real difference, then this might be the job for you. The Discharge Unit provides a vital service here at Kings, accepting patients from all adult wards and the ED department to help maintain patient flow and patient safety through the emergency and elective pathways. The shift requirement is to work long days with no night shifts. Main duties of the job
To provide expert, holistic care of a high standard to both the patients and their relatives within King's College Hospital. To take charge of coordinating the flow through the Discharge Unit, ensuring maximum efficiency of bed/chair space use and facilitating early flow from the wards and ED. To assist in the leadership and development of an identified group of nurses within the ward complement. To act as a clinical resource within the ward and across the Care Group as necessary. To act as a positive role model to junior staff members, ensuring that all staff recognise their responsibility to deliver services in a high-quality, courteous, patient-focused manner and to always maintain patient confidentiality. About us
King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of c£1 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts a year and more than 15,000 staff based across South East London. The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. The trust-wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reach is our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we aim to take Team King's to another level. We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people. King's is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone's contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust's carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible. Job responsibilities
To adhere to the NMC Code of Professional Conduct at all times. To demonstrate clinical expertise in the care of any patients receiving treatment in the ward/department. To assess, plan, implement and evaluate the needs of patients on the Ward on an ongoing basis, coordinating the care given by all members of the clinical team. To accurately assimilate and interpret clinical information about the patient's condition, promptly report changes and instigate remedial action as appropriate. To act as a resource person to others, providing accurate information, advice and support to the multidisciplinary team, patients and their relatives. To ensure that accurate records are maintained reflecting both changes in the patient's condition and the treatment delivered. To ensure that patients and their relatives are updated regularly with accurate information and ensure that this is presented in a way that they understand. To ensure that Clinical Guidelines are implemented and to be actively involved in auditing practice in conjunction with Line Manager and practice development staff. To ensure that practice is evidence-based and with support, assist in the development of policies and protocols within the clinical area. To uphold high standards of nursing care, according to existing policies and standards. To support the Ward Manager and Lead Nurse in processes of continuous quality improvement, formally evaluating standards of care and assisting in the implementation of changes in the light of such findings. To contribute to the health education of patients and their families, ensuring that all patients receive appropriate advice and support to maintain a healthy lifestyle. To actively support the implementation of the Trust nursing strategy and uphold the ethos of the local philosophy. Please see the job description attached for full details of responsibilities and person specification. Person Specification
1st level Registered General Nurse Mentorship programme or equivalent teaching qualification Previous experience of leading change in a clinical environment Understanding of the issues pertaining to clinical risk management Ability to utilise research in clinical practice Understanding of HR processes and issues pertaining to staff management Understanding of nursing issues in relation to finance management 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. King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust £44,806 to £53,134 a year Pro Rata Per Annum Including High Cost Area
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We are looking to recruit a Junior Sister/Charge Nurse in our well-established Discharge Unit for a 12-month secondment. Are you someone who has exceptional people skills? Are you motivated, driven, and have high standards? Are you organised and able to work in a very fast-paced environment whilst upholding high standards of care? If you think this is you, and you are determined to make a real difference, then this might be the job for you. The Discharge Unit provides a vital service here at Kings, accepting patients from all adult wards and the ED department to help maintain patient flow and patient safety through the emergency and elective pathways. The shift requirement is to work long days with no night shifts. Main duties of the job
To provide expert, holistic care of a high standard to both the patients and their relatives within King's College Hospital. To take charge of coordinating the flow through the Discharge Unit, ensuring maximum efficiency of bed/chair space use and facilitating early flow from the wards and ED. To assist in the leadership and development of an identified group of nurses within the ward complement. To act as a clinical resource within the ward and across the Care Group as necessary. To act as a positive role model to junior staff members, ensuring that all staff recognise their responsibility to deliver services in a high-quality, courteous, patient-focused manner and to always maintain patient confidentiality. About us
King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of c£1 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts a year and more than 15,000 staff based across South East London. The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. The trust-wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reach is our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we aim to take Team King's to another level. We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people. King's is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone's contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust's carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible. Job responsibilities
To adhere to the NMC Code of Professional Conduct at all times. To demonstrate clinical expertise in the care of any patients receiving treatment in the ward/department. To assess, plan, implement and evaluate the needs of patients on the Ward on an ongoing basis, coordinating the care given by all members of the clinical team. To accurately assimilate and interpret clinical information about the patient's condition, promptly report changes and instigate remedial action as appropriate. To act as a resource person to others, providing accurate information, advice and support to the multidisciplinary team, patients and their relatives. To ensure that accurate records are maintained reflecting both changes in the patient's condition and the treatment delivered. To ensure that patients and their relatives are updated regularly with accurate information and ensure that this is presented in a way that they understand. To ensure that Clinical Guidelines are implemented and to be actively involved in auditing practice in conjunction with Line Manager and practice development staff. To ensure that practice is evidence-based and with support, assist in the development of policies and protocols within the clinical area. To uphold high standards of nursing care, according to existing policies and standards. To support the Ward Manager and Lead Nurse in processes of continuous quality improvement, formally evaluating standards of care and assisting in the implementation of changes in the light of such findings. To contribute to the health education of patients and their families, ensuring that all patients receive appropriate advice and support to maintain a healthy lifestyle. To actively support the implementation of the Trust nursing strategy and uphold the ethos of the local philosophy. Please see the job description attached for full details of responsibilities and person specification. Person Specification
1st level Registered General Nurse Mentorship programme or equivalent teaching qualification Previous experience of leading change in a clinical environment Understanding of the issues pertaining to clinical risk management Ability to utilise research in clinical practice Understanding of HR processes and issues pertaining to staff management Understanding of nursing issues in relation to finance management 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. King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust £44,806 to £53,134 a year Pro Rata Per Annum Including High Cost Area
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