Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
It is an exciting time to join the newly formed Bedfordshire Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. Our adult Critical Care service provides an integrated level 1, 2, and 3 Critical Care service with 6 level 3 and 4 Level 2 Critical care beds in a purpose-built unit and 24/7 level 1 service. Our unit is challenging, exciting, and supportive, and you will be working as part of a highly skilled, dynamic, and friendly team. The role requires taking charge of the unit, supervising clinical care, and managing a group of team members. The post holder will assist the Critical Care Matron with the continuing responsibility for Critical Care services, ensuring the assessment of care needs, the development, implementation, and evaluation of programmes of care is of a high standard. This includes providing leadership, role modeling good professional practice and behavior, and maintaining a safe environment. Gain experience in appraisal, sickness, and performance management. This service requires 24/7 cover, with working hours of long days and long nights, including weekends and some management shifts. The successful candidate must have substantial experience in a critical care setting, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work as part of a multi-professional team managing a wide range of complex problems and sometimes conflicting priorities. We are looking for a reliable, motivated, approachable, and enthusiastic Team Manager for Critical Care Complex. Main Duties of the Job
The post holder will be responsible and accountable for the safe running of the Critical Care Unit on their shift and undertake an outreach role. The post holder will assist the Critical Care Matron with the continuing responsibility for Critical Care services, ensuring the assessment of care needs, the development, implementation, and evaluation of programmes of care is of a high standard. The post holder is also required to supervise staff of Band 6 and below and teach other nursing and non-nursing staff. About Us
Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Both hospital sites offer key services such as A&E, Obstetrics-led Maternity, and Paediatrics. You will be joining a friendly, high-performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region, you will have access to a programme of high-quality training and development to help you grow your career. We have state-of-the-art facilities placing us at the heart of cutting-edge health care. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available. Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when a sufficient number of applications have been received. Please ensure that you make your application as soon as possible. All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering their first six months in post. Travel between hospital sites may be required. Job Responsibilities
The Job Description and Person Specification are attached to this job; please review for the full details and responsibilities. Acts as a resource and promotes advice and assistance to nursing and paramedic staff in all areas within the Anaesthetic Directorate when required. Assists with any problems presented by patients, referring these to the appropriate department for action. Receives and gives reports on nursing care. Facilitates the correct agreed records, observations, and procedures are carried out to the agreed standard, with due regard to confidentiality. Assists with the investigation of complaints, incidents, accidents, and any other untoward occurrences, and reports findings to the CCC Matron, where appropriate. Ensures own ability to practice and acts as a facilitator through appropriate professional development. Person Specification
Qualifications
Registered Nurse (NMC) Evidence of Continuous Professional Development Recent experience working in a Critical Care setting Teaching qualifications Experience
At least 2 years of experience in a Critical Care environment as BAND 6 Leadership potential Positive attitude to change Skills in mentoring and supervision of colleagues Works well within a team Ability to lead projects and new developments Some financial/budgetary awareness Some experience related to performance review process Experience of managing and motivating a team Personal Skills
Problem-solving skills - ability to respond to unexpected demands Ability to work independently and make autonomous decisions Strong communication skills written and verbal - able to provide and receive highly complex, sensitive information and use persuasion, influencing, and negotiation with individuals Ability to embrace change in a complex environment Ability to organise and prioritise own workload and direct the work of others and adjust plans as required both in the short and long term Able to work flexibly to meet the demands of the role Demonstrates a strong desire to improve performance Able to lead and direct others to accomplish organisational goals and objectives Able to form and maintain excellent professional relationships with all members of the multi-professional team Ability to carry out audits and reports along with presentation skills Knowledge
Understanding of GPICS standards 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. Address
Critical Care Complex - Bedford Hospital
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It is an exciting time to join the newly formed Bedfordshire Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. Our adult Critical Care service provides an integrated level 1, 2, and 3 Critical Care service with 6 level 3 and 4 Level 2 Critical care beds in a purpose-built unit and 24/7 level 1 service. Our unit is challenging, exciting, and supportive, and you will be working as part of a highly skilled, dynamic, and friendly team. The role requires taking charge of the unit, supervising clinical care, and managing a group of team members. The post holder will assist the Critical Care Matron with the continuing responsibility for Critical Care services, ensuring the assessment of care needs, the development, implementation, and evaluation of programmes of care is of a high standard. This includes providing leadership, role modeling good professional practice and behavior, and maintaining a safe environment. Gain experience in appraisal, sickness, and performance management. This service requires 24/7 cover, with working hours of long days and long nights, including weekends and some management shifts. The successful candidate must have substantial experience in a critical care setting, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work as part of a multi-professional team managing a wide range of complex problems and sometimes conflicting priorities. We are looking for a reliable, motivated, approachable, and enthusiastic Team Manager for Critical Care Complex. Main Duties of the Job
The post holder will be responsible and accountable for the safe running of the Critical Care Unit on their shift and undertake an outreach role. The post holder will assist the Critical Care Matron with the continuing responsibility for Critical Care services, ensuring the assessment of care needs, the development, implementation, and evaluation of programmes of care is of a high standard. The post holder is also required to supervise staff of Band 6 and below and teach other nursing and non-nursing staff. About Us
Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Both hospital sites offer key services such as A&E, Obstetrics-led Maternity, and Paediatrics. You will be joining a friendly, high-performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region, you will have access to a programme of high-quality training and development to help you grow your career. We have state-of-the-art facilities placing us at the heart of cutting-edge health care. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available. Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when a sufficient number of applications have been received. Please ensure that you make your application as soon as possible. All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering their first six months in post. Travel between hospital sites may be required. Job Responsibilities
The Job Description and Person Specification are attached to this job; please review for the full details and responsibilities. Acts as a resource and promotes advice and assistance to nursing and paramedic staff in all areas within the Anaesthetic Directorate when required. Assists with any problems presented by patients, referring these to the appropriate department for action. Receives and gives reports on nursing care. Facilitates the correct agreed records, observations, and procedures are carried out to the agreed standard, with due regard to confidentiality. Assists with the investigation of complaints, incidents, accidents, and any other untoward occurrences, and reports findings to the CCC Matron, where appropriate. Ensures own ability to practice and acts as a facilitator through appropriate professional development. Person Specification
Qualifications
Registered Nurse (NMC) Evidence of Continuous Professional Development Recent experience working in a Critical Care setting Teaching qualifications Experience
At least 2 years of experience in a Critical Care environment as BAND 6 Leadership potential Positive attitude to change Skills in mentoring and supervision of colleagues Works well within a team Ability to lead projects and new developments Some financial/budgetary awareness Some experience related to performance review process Experience of managing and motivating a team Personal Skills
Problem-solving skills - ability to respond to unexpected demands Ability to work independently and make autonomous decisions Strong communication skills written and verbal - able to provide and receive highly complex, sensitive information and use persuasion, influencing, and negotiation with individuals Ability to embrace change in a complex environment Ability to organise and prioritise own workload and direct the work of others and adjust plans as required both in the short and long term Able to work flexibly to meet the demands of the role Demonstrates a strong desire to improve performance Able to lead and direct others to accomplish organisational goals and objectives Able to form and maintain excellent professional relationships with all members of the multi-professional team Ability to carry out audits and reports along with presentation skills Knowledge
Understanding of GPICS standards 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. Address
Critical Care Complex - Bedford Hospital
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