Job summary
Employer heading
Deputy Ward Sister / Charge Nurse
Band 6
Job overview
The Stroke Unit is expanding its services & is looking to recruit talented, motivated and innovative individuals to assist the Ward Sister to deliver high quality care in this dedicated, patient focussed, fast-paced unit.
We are increasing our band 6 team. We are looking for nurses to lead and support junior members of the team and ensure a safe environment is maintained.
We offer level 1 care in 16 hyper-acute (HASU) beds before transferring care to our co-located 34 acute beds. Patients of all ages are admitted from across the region. All are treated with up-to-date evidence-based care and have the chance to contribute by taking part in our nationally recognised research trials.
The HASU cares for patients requiring closer monitoring and higher nursing needs. There is lots to learn on this Level One unit, no day is ever the same and there are always learning opportunities.
The role includes coordinating the shift and ensuring that the flow of patients through the unit from admission to discharge is completed in a timely and safe manner. Communication with the MDT is vital. It includes discussions with the MDT. You need to demonstrate clear leadership qualities and show evidence of involvement and leading in the implementation of new ways of working.
The successful candidate will be encouraged to continually develop themselves and other team members in order to progress the patient outcomes and experiences.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will act as Deputy to the Ward Sister will be required to:
Act as the deputy to the ward sister regularly taking charge of the ward and ensuring that the standards and quality of care given to patients, together with the environment in which care is delivered, are maintained at a high standard.
Be an effective leader and role model and will be expected to provide regular direct clinical care and use experience to support the implementation of both clinical and non clinical governance.
Work flexibly as a member of the ward team and in support of the Ward Sister to ensure standards are being maintained, evaluated, and where necessary improved.
The post holder is required to be registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council
Working for our organisation
QMC Stroke Unit provides acute care and rehabilitation for stroke patients. We are a friendly professional and supportive team who work at the heart of the stroke service.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Supervision of non registered staff, pre registration and post basic students
Evidence of ability to mentor
Ability to manage the clinical area or ward efficiently and effectively
Ability to convey sensitive information in an empathetic manner to patients, relative/carers and staff.
Person specification
Experience
Essential criteria
- Experience at band 5 for a minimum of 3 years
Desirable criteria
- Recent or current experience within the specialty
Experience
Essential criteria
- Formal leadership and management training
Education
Essential criteria
- Current level one NMC registration
Desirable criteria
- Diploma or degree in health/nursing related Studies Continuing professional development/ reflective profile
Evidence of change management/leadership
Essential criteria
- Evidence of experience of change management
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Annie Barringham
- Job title
- Ward Sister
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 0115 9249924
- Additional information
Ext. 83306
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