Deputy Sister

We are looking for a dynamic and motivated Band 6 deputy sister to join our team on Coombes Ward. Coombes ward is a 27 bedded ward, we care for Trauma and Orthopaedic patients.

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength and want you to feel included to help as always put the Patient First, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to success. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

This is an ideal opportunity for a band 5 nurse to advance their management skills, leadership skills and support the ward manager. This will be achieved through a range of educational and development sessions, the ward manager and colleagues.

You will need to have a positive attitude towards team building and ability to maintain excellent standards of care whilst ensuring that our patients are top priority.

We are proud to be able to offer a variety of flexible working options and contracts. For further information please refer to the Flexible Working for Registered Nurses document which is attached to this advert.

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A t UHSussex we’re proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK’s largest acute Trusts, we’re a leading example of the excellence, the ambition and the values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.

**Improving lives**: We are a vibrant and inclusive organisation, with hardworking, talented and dedicated individuals, who work together towards a common goal, to always put our Patient First. Our mission is summed up by our ‘where better never stops’ motto and no matter the role at UHSussex, you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex. We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our wellbeing programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.

**Build a career with us**: As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.

Is responsible for the assessment, planning and implementation of care and assists in the interpretation of data relevant to the patient’s condition and progress with regards to their discharge.

Assists in the identification of patient problems and needs with the patient, their carers, senior nursing staff and other staff as appropriate

Identifies the priorities of care for patients

Identifies realistic goals for patients in care plans

Organises time for staff development and teaching around orthopaedic nursing skills.

Assist the ward manager in liaising with speciality lead clinicians and consultants regarding effective use of the wards resources

Administers drugs and treatments as prescribed according to the NMC guidelines and the Trust’s Guidelines for the Safe and Secure Handling of Medicines

Changes care plans and goals according to evaluation and discussion with the multidisciplinary team

Demonstrates an understanding and skill in the care and management of the critically ill patient

Works closely with all members of the care team to ensure the needs of the critically ill patient are met

Demonstrates proficiency in the care of PICC/CVC lines and the administration of IV Therapy in accordance with Trust Policy.

Maintains accurate documentation to facilitate the continuity of care for patients transferred to other areas

Ensures that discharge review documentation is completed and reimbursement material is communicated to relevant body in timely fashion

Liaise with nursing and clerical staff to enable efficient administration of ward work

Liaise with Hospital discharge team in ensuring reductions in patient length of stay are achieved

To promote and develop the Orthopaedic Enhanced Recovery Pathway working with the ERP lead nurse.

Ensures that the interactive whiteboard and Medway is accurate and maintained.

Act as patient/carer advocate at all times

Is able to reflect on care implemented on the ward and ensure it accurately reflects the standards of care expected.