Employer: 279 University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type: NHS
Site: Worthing General Hospital
Town: Worthing
Salary: £37,338 - £44,962 per annum pro rata
Salary period: Yearly
Closing: 26/01/2025 23:59
Deputy Sister/Charge Nurse Band 6 About our Trust
At UHSussex we’re proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK’s largest acute Trusts, we’re a leading example of the excellence, ambition, and values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.
Our hard-working, talented, and dedicated people work together towards a common goal – to always put our Patient First. In fact, our mission is summed up by our ‘where better never stops’ motto, and you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex.
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff, which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work-life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching, and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career, we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
Job overview We are looking for a dynamic and motivated Band 6 Deputy Sister / Charge Nurse to join our team on Coombes ward. Coombes ward is a 27 bedded ward caring for male and female patients with trauma and orthopaedic needs.
Main duties of the job
This is an ideal opportunity for a band 5 nurse to advance their management skills, leadership skills and support the ward manager through a range of educational and development sessions.
You will need to have a positive attitude towards team building and the ability to maintain excellent standards of care whilst ensuring that our patients are the top priority.
Is responsible for the assessment, planning and implementation of care and assists in the interpretation of data relevant to the patient’s condition and progress with regards to their discharge.
Assists in the identification of patient problems and needs with the patient, their carers, senior nursing staff, and other staff as appropriate.
Identifies the priorities of care for patients.
Identifies realistic goals for patients in care plans.
Organises time for staff development and teaching around orthopaedic nursing skills.
Assist the ward manager in liaising with speciality lead clinicians and consultants regarding effective use of the wards resources.
Administers drugs and treatments as prescribed according to the NMC guidelines and the Trust’s Guidelines for the Safe and Secure Handling of Medicines.
Changes care plans and goals according to evaluation and discussion with the multidisciplinary team.
Demonstrates an understanding and skill in the care and management of the critically ill patient.
Works closely with all members of the care team to ensure the needs of the critically ill patient are met.
Maintains accurate documentation to facilitate the continuity of care for patients transferred to other areas.
Ensures that discharge review documentation is completed and reimbursement material is communicated to the relevant body in a timely fashion.
Liaise with nursing and clerical staff to enable efficient administration of ward work.
Liaise with the Hospital discharge team in ensuring reductions in patient length of stay are achieved.
Act as patient/carer advocate at all times.
Is able to reflect on care implemented on the ward and ensure it accurately reflects the standards of care expected.
Person specification Qualifications
Registered Nurse
Practice assessor course or sign-off mentorship course
Skills
Shift leading experience
Venepuncture and Cannulation
Competent with PCAs and Epidurals
Experience
Orthopedic nursing experience
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues.
Important information for applicants
Flexible Working:
If you would like to explore potential options regarding flexible working, please speak with the appropriate recruiting/line manager.
DBS Checks:
As part of our commitment to a safe working environment, we undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check on all new employees where the role is eligible for a criminal record check. We make offers in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.
Skilled Worker Visa:
Applications for Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome for those that meet the Visa and Immigration eligibility criteria. For further information please visit the gov.uk website searching for Skilled Worker.
Closing adverts early:
Please apply as early as you're able for this role. In the event of exceptional interest, we may close adverts earlier than specified.
UHSussex reserves the right to close the role early if we receive a high volume of applications.
Further Information
For help with the application process for non-medical vacancies only, please contact the Resourcing Team by Email: [emailprotected]
Employer certification / accreditation badges 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.
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Employer type: NHS
Site: Worthing General Hospital
Town: Worthing
Salary: £37,338 - £44,962 per annum pro rata
Salary period: Yearly
Closing: 26/01/2025 23:59
Deputy Sister/Charge Nurse Band 6 About our Trust
At UHSussex we’re proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK’s largest acute Trusts, we’re a leading example of the excellence, ambition, and values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.
Our hard-working, talented, and dedicated people work together towards a common goal – to always put our Patient First. In fact, our mission is summed up by our ‘where better never stops’ motto, and you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex.
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff, which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work-life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching, and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career, we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
Job overview We are looking for a dynamic and motivated Band 6 Deputy Sister / Charge Nurse to join our team on Coombes ward. Coombes ward is a 27 bedded ward caring for male and female patients with trauma and orthopaedic needs.
Main duties of the job
This is an ideal opportunity for a band 5 nurse to advance their management skills, leadership skills and support the ward manager through a range of educational and development sessions.
You will need to have a positive attitude towards team building and the ability to maintain excellent standards of care whilst ensuring that our patients are the top priority.
Is responsible for the assessment, planning and implementation of care and assists in the interpretation of data relevant to the patient’s condition and progress with regards to their discharge.
Assists in the identification of patient problems and needs with the patient, their carers, senior nursing staff, and other staff as appropriate.
Identifies the priorities of care for patients.
Identifies realistic goals for patients in care plans.
Organises time for staff development and teaching around orthopaedic nursing skills.
Assist the ward manager in liaising with speciality lead clinicians and consultants regarding effective use of the wards resources.
Administers drugs and treatments as prescribed according to the NMC guidelines and the Trust’s Guidelines for the Safe and Secure Handling of Medicines.
Changes care plans and goals according to evaluation and discussion with the multidisciplinary team.
Demonstrates an understanding and skill in the care and management of the critically ill patient.
Works closely with all members of the care team to ensure the needs of the critically ill patient are met.
Maintains accurate documentation to facilitate the continuity of care for patients transferred to other areas.
Ensures that discharge review documentation is completed and reimbursement material is communicated to the relevant body in a timely fashion.
Liaise with nursing and clerical staff to enable efficient administration of ward work.
Liaise with the Hospital discharge team in ensuring reductions in patient length of stay are achieved.
Act as patient/carer advocate at all times.
Is able to reflect on care implemented on the ward and ensure it accurately reflects the standards of care expected.
Person specification Qualifications
Registered Nurse
Practice assessor course or sign-off mentorship course
Skills
Shift leading experience
Venepuncture and Cannulation
Competent with PCAs and Epidurals
Experience
Orthopedic nursing experience
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues.
Important information for applicants
Flexible Working:
If you would like to explore potential options regarding flexible working, please speak with the appropriate recruiting/line manager.
DBS Checks:
As part of our commitment to a safe working environment, we undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check on all new employees where the role is eligible for a criminal record check. We make offers in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.
Skilled Worker Visa:
Applications for Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome for those that meet the Visa and Immigration eligibility criteria. For further information please visit the gov.uk website searching for Skilled Worker.
Closing adverts early:
Please apply as early as you're able for this role. In the event of exceptional interest, we may close adverts earlier than specified.
UHSussex reserves the right to close the role early if we receive a high volume of applications.
Further Information
For help with the application process for non-medical vacancies only, please contact the Resourcing Team by Email: [emailprotected]
Employer certification / accreditation badges 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.
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