The post holder will practice autonomously and be responsible and accountable for safe, compassionate person-centred evidence-based nursing that respects and maintains dignity and human rights. They will be responsible for assessment of care needs of patients and planning programmes of care, implementation and the evaluation of these programmes without direct supervision. At times they will have management responsibility for overseeing the ward/department and supervising junior members of staff. The post holder will practice in a holistic, non-judgmental, caring and compassionate manner that avoids assumptions, supports social inclusion and recognises and respects individual choice and acknowledges diversity.
They will work in partnership with other health and social care professionals, students and trainees and agencies, service users, and their families. The post holder will contribute to the practice development within their clinical care setting and work in accordance with Trust Policies, Procedures and Guidelines and will be responsible for completing any work-based training associated with the role.
The department provides 24-hour care through a variety of shift patterns. The individual will work closely with the team to plan, assess, and implement care for each patient, to carry out a full set of observations and identifying PEWS score and escalating to senior nurse and ED doctors.
The individual will have exposure alongside the team to patients that are alerted in by ambulance and taken into the Resuscitation room to stabilise the patient.
Key Responsibilities
Understand own level of responsibility and accountability in relation to role. Communicate clearly, effectively and appropriately with the multidisciplinary team, patients and their family, visitors, and carers. Achieve and maintain proficiency in a range of clinical skills through practice. Undertake identified competency-based practices which are required for the department, after such tasks have been delegated to them by the senior nursing team. Identify learning and development needs and produce personal development plans in conjunction with your line manager/supervisor. Achieve and maintain competence in mandatory and statutory training associated with the role. Complete documentation of care in line with the Trust Standards for Documentation. Promote a positive image of UHB Foundation Trust at all times. Care for and safeguard the public, practice in a safe, compassionate, and patient-centred manner. Support members of the team and provide teaching and education where possible. About Us
We are recognised as one of the leading NHS Foundation Trusts in the UK. Our vision is to Build Healthier Lives, and we recognise that we need incredible staff to do this. Our commitment to our staff is to create the best place for them to work, and we are dedicated to: Investing in the health and wellbeing of our staff, including a commitment to offering flexible working where we can. Offering our staff a wide variety of training and development opportunities to support their personal and career development objectives. UHB is committed to ensuring that our staff are treated fairly and feel that they belong, by creating a kind and inclusive environment. This is about equity of opportunity; removing all barriers, including discrimination and ensuring each individual member of staff reaches their true potential, achieves their ambitions, and thrives in their work. This is more than words. We are taking action. Our commitment to an inclusive culture is embedded at all levels of the organisation where every voice is heard, driven by our diverse and active staff networks, and at Board level by the Fairness Taskforce led by our CEO. We nurture a culture that empowers staff to challenge discriminatory behaviours and to enable people to bring their 'whole self' to a kinder, more connected, and bold place to work. University Hospitals Birmingham is a Smoke-Free premises hospital. Person Specification
Qualifications
Registered Children's/Paediatric Nurse on the NMC register Health care management/leadership qualification Experience
Substantial post-registration experience working in a complex health care setting/Acute NHS care setting supervising/mentoring junior staff Evidence of professional/clinical knowledge in area supplemented by specialist clinical and/or managerial training and CPD Experience/willingness to be a practice-based supervisor/assessor as detailed in the Nursing & Midwifery Council (NMC) standards for student supervision and assessment Professional portfolio which demonstrates continuing professional development, evidence of ability to maintain professional registration Relevant and recent clinical experience within the specialty/acute care setting, including the supervision/education of junior staff Experience of mentoring undergraduate students Evidence of ability to lead/coordinate a shift/area of department Additional Criteria
Positive and enthusiastic attitude Approachable and friendly Supportive Flexible Well organised Sound clinical reasoning and decision making Ability to perform in complex and challenging situations Ability to inspire and lead a team Ability to work flexible shift patterns, including rotation to days/night duty and unsocial hours according to service need 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. Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website. UK Professional Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website. For Help with Your Application, Contact:
sinead.bromley@uhb.nhs.uk 01214247501 Agenda for Change
Band
Band 5 Contract
Permanent Working Pattern
Full-Time, Flexible Working Reference Number
304-9004871PM Job Locations
Good Hope Hospital Rectory Rd Sutton Coldfield West Midlands B75 7RR
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Understand own level of responsibility and accountability in relation to role. Communicate clearly, effectively and appropriately with the multidisciplinary team, patients and their family, visitors, and carers. Achieve and maintain proficiency in a range of clinical skills through practice. Undertake identified competency-based practices which are required for the department, after such tasks have been delegated to them by the senior nursing team. Identify learning and development needs and produce personal development plans in conjunction with your line manager/supervisor. Achieve and maintain competence in mandatory and statutory training associated with the role. Complete documentation of care in line with the Trust Standards for Documentation. Promote a positive image of UHB Foundation Trust at all times. Care for and safeguard the public, practice in a safe, compassionate, and patient-centred manner. Support members of the team and provide teaching and education where possible. About Us
We are recognised as one of the leading NHS Foundation Trusts in the UK. Our vision is to Build Healthier Lives, and we recognise that we need incredible staff to do this. Our commitment to our staff is to create the best place for them to work, and we are dedicated to: Investing in the health and wellbeing of our staff, including a commitment to offering flexible working where we can. Offering our staff a wide variety of training and development opportunities to support their personal and career development objectives. UHB is committed to ensuring that our staff are treated fairly and feel that they belong, by creating a kind and inclusive environment. This is about equity of opportunity; removing all barriers, including discrimination and ensuring each individual member of staff reaches their true potential, achieves their ambitions, and thrives in their work. This is more than words. We are taking action. Our commitment to an inclusive culture is embedded at all levels of the organisation where every voice is heard, driven by our diverse and active staff networks, and at Board level by the Fairness Taskforce led by our CEO. We nurture a culture that empowers staff to challenge discriminatory behaviours and to enable people to bring their 'whole self' to a kinder, more connected, and bold place to work. University Hospitals Birmingham is a Smoke-Free premises hospital. Person Specification
Qualifications
Registered Children's/Paediatric Nurse on the NMC register Health care management/leadership qualification Experience
Substantial post-registration experience working in a complex health care setting/Acute NHS care setting supervising/mentoring junior staff Evidence of professional/clinical knowledge in area supplemented by specialist clinical and/or managerial training and CPD Experience/willingness to be a practice-based supervisor/assessor as detailed in the Nursing & Midwifery Council (NMC) standards for student supervision and assessment Professional portfolio which demonstrates continuing professional development, evidence of ability to maintain professional registration Relevant and recent clinical experience within the specialty/acute care setting, including the supervision/education of junior staff Experience of mentoring undergraduate students Evidence of ability to lead/coordinate a shift/area of department Additional Criteria
Positive and enthusiastic attitude Approachable and friendly Supportive Flexible Well organised Sound clinical reasoning and decision making Ability to perform in complex and challenging situations Ability to inspire and lead a team Ability to work flexible shift patterns, including rotation to days/night duty and unsocial hours according to service need 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. Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website. UK Professional Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website. For Help with Your Application, Contact:
sinead.bromley@uhb.nhs.uk 01214247501 Agenda for Change
Band
Band 5 Contract
Permanent Working Pattern
Full-Time, Flexible Working Reference Number
304-9004871PM Job Locations
Good Hope Hospital Rectory Rd Sutton Coldfield West Midlands B75 7RR
#J-18808-Ljbffr
