Clinical Sister/Charge Nurse

Job summary Job Title: Sister/Charge NurseHours per week: hours per week (Weekends, bank holidays and nights)Perm/Fixed Term: PermanentSalary: £37,338 - £44,962 per annumClosing Date: 27th November 2024Interview Date: 6th December 2024 (may be subject to change)This post may close early due to high numbers of applications, so you are advised to apply promptly.All correspondence for this vacancy will be sent by email; please check your account regularly including your Junk and SPAM areas.A great and friendly place to work, so bring your passion, commitment and expertise and enjoy the opportunities to make a difference every day.#JoinTeamEliot Main duties of the job Ensure patient safety is maintained.To undertake assessment, planning and evaluation of patientsTo promote a culture of demonstrable best practice and integrated evidence based practice.To provide clinical advice, support and education to professions/ staff and patients.Work collaboratively and co-operatively with clinical colleagues within the ward.To have an understanding of the Mental Capacity Act and Deprivation of Liberty and be able to apply to this in clinical practice.To have an understanding of safeguarding, being able to appropriately identify those patients at risk, managing referrals and assist with investigations in line with Trust Policy and Procedure.To provide support and care for the patient and his/her family respecting their need for privacy and dignity.Be professionally responsible for adherence to Trust policies and procedures.Produce written communications which are clear, fluent, concise and easily understood.Carry out nursing procedures and treatments in accordance with approved procedures.Ensure the delivery of evidence-based nursing care in accordance withNMC Code of Professional Conductwithin the clinical care area as an autonomous practitioner.To continue own professional development in line with NMC guidelines and NMC revalidation.Maintain clinical competence of self and others as determined by service need and job descriptions.
Tasks to include male catheterisation, ECG, IV administration, Cannulation.
About us Here at George Eliot our vision to 'excel at patient care' takes centre stage.
An ever evolving clinically-led acute service provider we are on a journey to continually provide high quality, safe and responsive services delivered by inspiring, friendly and compassionate staff who share our corporate values which underpin everything we do.
Our values are not just words on a piece of paper, they bond us together, reflect our ambition and shape who we are:Effective Open Communicationexcellence and safety in everything we doChallenge but supportExpect respect and dignityLocal health that inspires confidenceBenefits:On-site nursery, 27 days minimum annual leave plus bank holidays, cycle to work scheme, flexible working, extensive in-house course learning directory, buying and selling of annual leave, subsidised restaurant, tranquillity garden and generous subsidised on-site parking.
Job description Job responsibilities Ensure patient safety is maintained.
To undertake assessment, planning and evaluation of patients To promote a culture of demonstrable best practice and integrated evidence based practice.
To provide clinical advice, support and education to professions/ staff and patients.
Work collaboratively and co-operatively with clinical colleagues within the ward.
To have an understanding of the Mental Capacity Act and Deprivation of Liberty and be able to apply to this in clinical practice.
To have an understanding of safeguarding, being able to appropriately identify those patients at risk, managing referrals and assist with investigations in line with Trust Policy and Procedure.
To provide support and care for the patient and his/her family respecting their need for privacy and dignity.
Be professionally responsible for adherence to Trust policies and procedures.
Produce written communications which are clear, fluent, concise and easily understood.
Carry out nursing procedures and treatments in accordance with approved procedures.
Ensure the delivery of evidence-based nursing care in accordance withNMC Code of Professional Conductwithin the clinical care area as an autonomous practitioner.
To continue own professional development in line with NMC guidelines and NMC revalidation.
Maintain clinical competence of self and others as determined by service need and job descriptions.
Tasks to include male catheterisation, ECG, IV administration, Cannulation.
Ensure that risk assessments are complete as per Trust policy for manual Handling, health & safety and other relevant areas of concern.
Ensure that equipment and the environment supports the delivery of high standards of care at all times.
To participate and prioritise developments within the Service as part of the Strategic/ business planning.
To assist with the management of ward resources in an efficient and effective manner.
Ensure information on the ward information system is correct and updated regularly.
Undertake staff appraisals and create a learning environment which facilitates learning and professional development.
For a full comprehensive list of main responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to job description and personal specification attached.
Person Specification Experience and Knowledge Essential Professional clinical experience in working within surgical environment A knowledgeable clinician with the ability to apply evidence based practice A sound knowledge of professional policies and procedures Knowledge of clinical governance and a commitment to clinical supervision and staff development Desirable Ability to successfully manage people Experience in participating in service improvement Knowledge and experience in Elective surgery Enhanced care Qualification and Professional Training Essential First level degree or willingness to undertaken Current Professional Registration working as a band 5 or above for minimum of 2 years Evidence of continuous professional development To have the skills and knowledge to undertake supervision and assessing of staff and patients within scope of practice or willingness to develop Skills & Abilities Essential IT Skills Patient Focused Excellent communication skills Able to prioritise and meet deadlines effectively Good management of own and others time Able to use initiative and make decisions Analyse problems and implements effective and appropriate solutions Cannulation/ Venepuncture/ Male Catherterisation Personal Qualities Essential Professional at all times Motivated and able to motivate others Calm and objective Approachable with good interpersonal skill Ability to deal with difficult/sensitive situations Have a confident approach and the ability to inspire confidence Other Essential Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the EXCEL values