Deputy sister/Deputy Charge Nurse

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Full time
We are seeking a highly motivated, forward-thinking Band 6 Registered Nurse to work on our Surgical Assessment Unit covering general surgery, gynaecology, urology, and plastic surgery. We offer a direct referral process from GP surgeries, providing nurse triage and assessment across all patient pathways.

We are looking for an experienced individual to embrace the fast-paced nature of our assessment unit and short stay surgical inpatient beds. Alongside this, you will need to be a supportive leader and Nurse in charge of a team delivering care to over 600 surgical patients per month.

Your professional development will be tailored to your individual needs along with the opportunity to attend leadership courses, finance training, and development of surgical skills, if required. Further patient assessment and triage training can be provided along with the option to complete a deteriorating patient course.

Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust is dedicated to providing good communication networks and supporting staff's well-being. The trust has a dedicated wellness hub for staff to access.

Shifts are based on a 24/7 shift rotation of long days (12 hrs) and night shifts (12 hr) to meet the needs of the service.

Main duties of the job

To work with the senior nursing team to ensure the development and training of nurses within their wards/depts. Acts as deputy to the ward/dept manager and supports managerial aims of the ward/dept. Take charge of the unit on a regular basis supporting all staff on shift when needed. The post holder will possess excellent clinical skills and will supervise and deliver direct patient care. Co-ordinate patient flow across the surgical floor (SAU, Ward 16, and Ward 18), ensuring appropriate patient placement and effective patient flow through the service. Under the supervision of the ward/dept manager assists in the management of the team of nurses in professional and practice development.

About us

Listen to why colleagues think we are a great place to work!

- BHT - A great place to work (buckshealthcare.nhs.uk)

What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you? As part of our BHT family, you'll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression. We offer flexible and agile working opportunities, alongside your NHS benefits of generous annual leave entitlement, pension, and access to NHS discount schemes. We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.

Why work for us? We're committed to promoting inclusion and making sure all colleagues feel they belong. We encourage new colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply. As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect. Greater diversity within our BHT family improves positive outcomes for the people and communities we serve. A keen supporter of the Armed Forces Community who know the value of employing a service leaver/veteran and their families.

What do we stand for? Our

vision

is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities, and be a great place to work. Our

mission

is to provide personal and compassionate care every time. Our

care

values are collaborate, aspire, respect, and enable.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert.

If you are an internal applicant there is the option for secondment; all applicants must have the endorsement/support of their line manager prior to application.

If you have a disability that makes submitting this online application difficult and would like assistance, please contact us on bht.recruitment@nhs.net quoting the vacancy reference number.

Person Specification

Education, Qualifications & Training

Essential

Registered Adult Nurse Evidence of further professional development Ability to take charge MSPP/PASS/ENB998 educational/teaching qualification Relevant general surgical nursing experience

Desirable

Further study within the surgical specialty Care of the deteriorating patients course

Experience

Essential

Significant and relevant experience within General Surgery, Urology, gynaecology, and plastic surgery Leading a team

Desirable

Triage/advanced history taking skills or qualification Leadership course attendance/qualification

Skills, Abilities & Knowledge

Essential

Ability to work within a team and independently Computer literate Ability to communicate clearly with patients, relatives, and the wider MDT Ability to demonstrate leadership skills and support junior staff Cannulation & Venepuncture competencies

Employer details

Employer name

Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

Stoke Mandeville Hospital

Aylesbury

HP21 8AL

Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.

434-SCC6819258 #J-18808-Ljbffr

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