Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
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. Job responsibilities
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 which 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
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 3 Adult/Child Safeguarding Leadership Course ALS/EPALS/APLS Completed and able to evidence Emergency Nurse (Level 2) National competency framework Experience
Significant demonstrable experience of skills in all areas of the emergency department Demonstrates sound understanding of personal accountability Ability to prioritise own workload To have an awareness of up to date trust projects and issues Knowledge
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. Ability to direct junior staff and ensure the smooth running of the department Other Job-Related Requirements
Awareness of government targets Highly motivated Flexible Willing to work in other areas of the Trust or Trust-wide as and when required to do so 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. Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust £37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum pro rata
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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. Job responsibilities
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 which 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
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 3 Adult/Child Safeguarding Leadership Course ALS/EPALS/APLS Completed and able to evidence Emergency Nurse (Level 2) National competency framework Experience
Significant demonstrable experience of skills in all areas of the emergency department Demonstrates sound understanding of personal accountability Ability to prioritise own workload To have an awareness of up to date trust projects and issues Knowledge
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. Ability to direct junior staff and ensure the smooth running of the department Other Job-Related Requirements
Awareness of government targets Highly motivated Flexible Willing to work in other areas of the Trust or Trust-wide as and when required to do so 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. Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust £37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum pro rata
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