Deputy Sister/Charge Nurse

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Full time
University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

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. This will be achieved through a range of educational and development sessions, the ward manager and colleagues. You will need to have a positive attitude towards team building and ability to maintain excellent standards of care whilst ensuring that our patients are top priority. About us

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, the ambition and the 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. 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. Job responsibilities

Is responsible for the assessment, planning and implementation of care and assists in the interpretation of data relevant to the patients 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. Assists 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 Trusts 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 relevant body in timely fashion. Liaises with nursing and clerical staff to enable efficient administration of ward work. Liaises with Hospital discharge team in ensuring reductions in patient length of stay are achieved. Acts 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. 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. Salary: £37,338 to £44,962 a year pro rata.

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