Come and join our team at this extremely exciting time as we have now moved into our new Adult Emergency Department and our new Children's Emergency Unit.
Our Emergency department provides assessment, diagnosis and treatment for patients with emergency conditions, serious injuries or illnesses as well as minor injuries. It is a very busy department, with 78,000 patients being treated in the past 12 months. We are looking for an experienced Emergency Nurses/Paramedic to join our dynamic and supportive team as Sister or Charge Nurse to help us to further develop our services and provide the highest standards of patient care.
Main duties of the job The post holder will be responsible for supporting the Senior Sister/Charge Nurse in providing effective nursing leadership supporting a team of nurses ensuring the Nursing & Midwifery Council (NMC) code of conduct is at the forefront of the team's nursing care. In addition, the post holder will be required to work closely with the multi-disciplinary team in the provision of a high standard of individualised patient care, thus improving the patient experience. The position supports a clinical role in addition to assisting in the management of operational issues. The post will incorporate the provision of care to patients, their families and carers' in accordance with the philosophy and standards of care within the clinical area in line with Trust policies and procedures, ensuring that values and beliefs are upheld.
Additionally, you will demonstrate continuing professional development, reflecting individual needs, the needs of the team, and the needs of the organisation.
About us Our STAR values - Service, Teamwork, Ambition and Respect - are a golden thread running through everything we do. These values serve as a guiding principle, driving us towards our vision of delivering great joined up services to our local community. Whether at home, in the community, or within the hospital, our goal is to empower individuals to lead independent and healthier lives.
Job responsibilities The Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (GWH) is an ambitious organisation, motivated to provide consistently high quality services to our patients. Our staff report that our organisation is a friendly and supportive one to work within and we currently hold some of the highest levels of staff engagement within the region.
As a Sister/Charge Nurse you will be responsible for providing effective nursing leadership to a team of nurses working within the Emergency Department. You will be expected to take charge of the department, coordinating the day to day activities with will provide you with the opportunity to develop your managerial and shift leader skills.
The successful applicant will be required to work and manage all areas within the department and demonstrate a professional manner, clinical expertise with good communication skills in all aspects of their work. You must be comfortable working in a busy environment juggling the different demands typical of a nursing role like this and must possess the courage to do what is right for our patients.
As committed as you will be to doing the best for your patients, we are just as committed to helping you to get the most out of your role. This is an exciting time of change within the department, with a new senior team in place, and a number of new initiatives underway, including a Development Programme for all staff with clear training and continuing professional development plans, and the joint working with the front door departments.
We will offer you the support, guidance, training and opportunities to develop at whatever stage in your career you are so you can make the best contribution you can.
Person Specification Qualifications Essential NMC 1st Level registration qualification/HCPC registration Mentorship course Completed university level - Mastering Emergency care course Evidence of continuing professional development Completed and able to evidence Emergency Nurse (Level 1) National competency framework PILS/ILS Level 1 Trauma Course Level 3 Adult/Child Safeguarding
Desirable Diploma/Degree qualification Leadership Course ALS/EPALS/APLS Level 2 trauma course Completed and able to evidence Emergency Nurse (Level 2) National competency framework
Experience Essential Significant demonstrable experience of skills in all areas of the emergency department Demonstrates sound understanding of personal accountability Ability to prioritise own workload
Desirable To have an awareness of up to date trust projects and issues
Knowledge Essential Excellent organisational, communication and interpersonal skills Leadership and management skills, calm, reliable and punctual Team leader with ability to motivate and organise others Ability to use own initiative Evidence of managing and improving the patient experience.
Desirable Ability to direct junior staff and ensure the smooth running of the department
Other Job-Related Requirements Essential Awareness of government targets Highly motivated Committed Flexible Willing to work in other areas of the Trust or Trust-wide as and when required to do so
Employer details Employer name Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address Great Western Hospital Marlborough Road Swindon SN3 6BB
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Our Emergency department provides assessment, diagnosis and treatment for patients with emergency conditions, serious injuries or illnesses as well as minor injuries. It is a very busy department, with 78,000 patients being treated in the past 12 months. We are looking for an experienced Emergency Nurses/Paramedic to join our dynamic and supportive team as Sister or Charge Nurse to help us to further develop our services and provide the highest standards of patient care.
Main duties of the job The post holder will be responsible for supporting the Senior Sister/Charge Nurse in providing effective nursing leadership supporting a team of nurses ensuring the Nursing & Midwifery Council (NMC) code of conduct is at the forefront of the team's nursing care. In addition, the post holder will be required to work closely with the multi-disciplinary team in the provision of a high standard of individualised patient care, thus improving the patient experience. The position supports a clinical role in addition to assisting in the management of operational issues. The post will incorporate the provision of care to patients, their families and carers' in accordance with the philosophy and standards of care within the clinical area in line with Trust policies and procedures, ensuring that values and beliefs are upheld.
Additionally, you will demonstrate continuing professional development, reflecting individual needs, the needs of the team, and the needs of the organisation.
About us Our STAR values - Service, Teamwork, Ambition and Respect - are a golden thread running through everything we do. These values serve as a guiding principle, driving us towards our vision of delivering great joined up services to our local community. Whether at home, in the community, or within the hospital, our goal is to empower individuals to lead independent and healthier lives.
Job responsibilities The Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (GWH) is an ambitious organisation, motivated to provide consistently high quality services to our patients. Our staff report that our organisation is a friendly and supportive one to work within and we currently hold some of the highest levels of staff engagement within the region.
As a Sister/Charge Nurse you will be responsible for providing effective nursing leadership to a team of nurses working within the Emergency Department. You will be expected to take charge of the department, coordinating the day to day activities with will provide you with the opportunity to develop your managerial and shift leader skills.
The successful applicant will be required to work and manage all areas within the department and demonstrate a professional manner, clinical expertise with good communication skills in all aspects of their work. You must be comfortable working in a busy environment juggling the different demands typical of a nursing role like this and must possess the courage to do what is right for our patients.
As committed as you will be to doing the best for your patients, we are just as committed to helping you to get the most out of your role. This is an exciting time of change within the department, with a new senior team in place, and a number of new initiatives underway, including a Development Programme for all staff with clear training and continuing professional development plans, and the joint working with the front door departments.
We will offer you the support, guidance, training and opportunities to develop at whatever stage in your career you are so you can make the best contribution you can.
Person Specification Qualifications Essential NMC 1st Level registration qualification/HCPC registration Mentorship course Completed university level - Mastering Emergency care course Evidence of continuing professional development Completed and able to evidence Emergency Nurse (Level 1) National competency framework PILS/ILS Level 1 Trauma Course Level 3 Adult/Child Safeguarding
Desirable Diploma/Degree qualification Leadership Course ALS/EPALS/APLS Level 2 trauma course Completed and able to evidence Emergency Nurse (Level 2) National competency framework
Experience Essential Significant demonstrable experience of skills in all areas of the emergency department Demonstrates sound understanding of personal accountability Ability to prioritise own workload
Desirable To have an awareness of up to date trust projects and issues
Knowledge Essential Excellent organisational, communication and interpersonal skills Leadership and management skills, calm, reliable and punctual Team leader with ability to motivate and organise others Ability to use own initiative Evidence of managing and improving the patient experience.
Desirable Ability to direct junior staff and ensure the smooth running of the department
Other Job-Related Requirements Essential Awareness of government targets Highly motivated Committed Flexible Willing to work in other areas of the Trust or Trust-wide as and when required to do so
Employer details Employer name Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address Great Western Hospital Marlborough Road Swindon SN3 6BB
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