Would you like the opportunity to develop your ward management skills in Vascular Nursing? Do you have a passion for continuous improvement?
We have an exciting opportunity for a highly confident, experienced nurse Ward Lead post on Ward 15 our Regional Vascular Hub.
As the Ward Lead you will have continuous management responsibility and leadership for the ward area involving the provision of evidence-based patient care, effective and efficient management of resources and the provision of staff development and education.
You will be expected to work clinically alongside Consultants, Clinicians and other multi-disciplinary teams. You will ensure that high standards are maintained with patient safety being your top priority.
This role requires UK NMC Registration
Base Location: Royal Bournemouth Hospital
Interview Date: 24th February 2025
Main duties of the job
You must have excellent communication skills and be able to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team whilst always being an excellent role model. As a key member of the team and working closely with Matron, you will have the ability to support, teach and develop junior staff and facilitate the delivery of high standards of patient care on the vascular ward.
The successful applicant should be a team player, empathetic and able to remain calm and composed under pressure. This role also requires reassuring manner and the understanding of the rights, privacy & dignity and safeguarding of all patients.
About us
Our values define who we are as #TeamUHD. They underpin everything we do now and in the future. They define how we treat our patients, visitors, and each other, our valued teammates and colleagues.
UHD are investing in services across the Trust, with many being transformed and developed following merger and the New Hospital Programme.
This means that some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or long term. Recruiting Managers interviewing for this role will be happy to answer any specific questions that you have about this at interview.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
NMC Registered Nurse Recognised supporting Learners Qualification Leadership or Management Qualification
Desirable
Recruitment & Selection Course Project Management
Experience
Essential
Demonstrable post-registration experience, to include recent experience at Band 6 Leading and managing Staff
Desirable
Comprehensive Vascular Experience
Technical Skills and Competencies
Essential
Proven Leadership Extended role skills, IV drug administration, Cannulation and phlebotomy, CVAD. Computer literacy particularly working with e.g. excel spread sheets and access databases
Desirable
Complex Wound Management
Knowledge
Essential
Advanced specialist theoretical and practical specialist knowledge of patient pathways Evidence of managing complaints both formally and at ward level Evidence of knowledge and managing staff through human policies and procedures
Other requirements
Essential
Excellent organisational skills Able to manage clinical concerns and delays in patient care, escalating appropriately when required
Personal Attributes
Essential
Patient focussed Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Language requirement
Essential
Able to speak English as necessary to undertake the role
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Royal Bournemouth Hospital
Bournemouth
BH7 7DW
Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.
153-SU04162 #J-18808-Ljbffr
We have an exciting opportunity for a highly confident, experienced nurse Ward Lead post on Ward 15 our Regional Vascular Hub.
As the Ward Lead you will have continuous management responsibility and leadership for the ward area involving the provision of evidence-based patient care, effective and efficient management of resources and the provision of staff development and education.
You will be expected to work clinically alongside Consultants, Clinicians and other multi-disciplinary teams. You will ensure that high standards are maintained with patient safety being your top priority.
This role requires UK NMC Registration
Base Location: Royal Bournemouth Hospital
Interview Date: 24th February 2025
Main duties of the job
You must have excellent communication skills and be able to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team whilst always being an excellent role model. As a key member of the team and working closely with Matron, you will have the ability to support, teach and develop junior staff and facilitate the delivery of high standards of patient care on the vascular ward.
The successful applicant should be a team player, empathetic and able to remain calm and composed under pressure. This role also requires reassuring manner and the understanding of the rights, privacy & dignity and safeguarding of all patients.
About us
Our values define who we are as #TeamUHD. They underpin everything we do now and in the future. They define how we treat our patients, visitors, and each other, our valued teammates and colleagues.
UHD are investing in services across the Trust, with many being transformed and developed following merger and the New Hospital Programme.
This means that some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or long term. Recruiting Managers interviewing for this role will be happy to answer any specific questions that you have about this at interview.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
NMC Registered Nurse Recognised supporting Learners Qualification Leadership or Management Qualification
Desirable
Recruitment & Selection Course Project Management
Experience
Essential
Demonstrable post-registration experience, to include recent experience at Band 6 Leading and managing Staff
Desirable
Comprehensive Vascular Experience
Technical Skills and Competencies
Essential
Proven Leadership Extended role skills, IV drug administration, Cannulation and phlebotomy, CVAD. Computer literacy particularly working with e.g. excel spread sheets and access databases
Desirable
Complex Wound Management
Knowledge
Essential
Advanced specialist theoretical and practical specialist knowledge of patient pathways Evidence of managing complaints both formally and at ward level Evidence of knowledge and managing staff through human policies and procedures
Other requirements
Essential
Excellent organisational skills Able to manage clinical concerns and delays in patient care, escalating appropriately when required
Personal Attributes
Essential
Patient focussed Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Language requirement
Essential
Able to speak English as necessary to undertake the role
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Royal Bournemouth Hospital
Bournemouth
BH7 7DW
Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.
153-SU04162 #J-18808-Ljbffr
