Undergraduate Education Officer

2 weeks ago

Dartford, United Kingdom Dartford & Gravesham NHS Trust Full time

Job overview

An Exciting Opportunity within Surgery for a Band 6 on Rowan Ward.

Rowan Ward is an acute 30 bedded fast flowing, surgical ward, it is made up of 4 bays and 5 side rooms. Patients are admitted via both elective and emergency pathways for a range of surgical diagnoses and procedures relating to colorectal and general surgical needs.

 A proactive attitude towards patient discharge, MDT focus, and an understanding of the operational pressures within the NHS is a must within this role.

Each of our patients has a unique journey involving many other allied health care teams, the careful co-ordination of a multitude of resources is key to ensuring each patient experience is a positive one.

Due to the nature of complex surgical needs of the patients staying on Rowan vast experience of caring for patients with complex needs following surgery is an essential criteria for this post.

This role requires excellent leadership and communication skills. The right candidate will bring enthusiasm to the team, will lead by example and be a clinical expert within one or all of the above mentioned surgeries. The candidate must have substantial experience at B5 in the acute setting and have proven evidence of self-development and innovation.

This position will not be supported for visa sponsorship. All applicants are expected to have valid right to work document to work in the UK when applying for this position.

Main duties of the job

The post-holder carries responsibility for the assessment of care needs, the development of programmes of care and assisting the Senior Sister with the setting of standards of care. Also carry responsibility for the management of the ward in the absence of the Senior Sister/Senior Charge Nurse, including development of nursing staff and teaching of learners. Responsible for ensuring excellent clinical standards on the ward at all times.

Working for our organisation

We are committed to being an inclusive and diverse employer. We strive to employ people who reflect the communities we serve, and aim to create an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential. Whatever your race, ethnicity, belief, generation, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, disability or experience, you’ll appreciate the opportunities we give you to work in an inclusive atmosphere. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences to build on the progress we’ve achieved to make our Trust diverse and the best place to work. We celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that help us overcome challenges and embrace new possibilities. We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant Pledge and have a commitment to the Armed Forces Community.

If you are considering applying for a role, please be aware that as an NHS Employee you may have contact with vulnerable service users. We strongly encourage that all our staff are vaccinated against COVID-19 and are vaccinated annually against Flu, in order to protect the health and safety of our staff and patients. Your commitment will help us to put the safety and care of our patients first, as well as helping us to protect you and your colleagues.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Clinical Responsibilities: to include level of responsibility for:

To practise within a legal and ethical framework that adheres to the Nursing Midwifery Council (NMC), code of Professional Conduct and local Trust policies and procedures.

To work independently and without direct supervision in a variety of clinical settings Trust-wide, prioritising workload to meet the regular unpredictable situations that may occur within this role.

To demonstrate highly developed clinical reasoning and decision-making skills.

To make direct referrals to the relevant members of the multi-professional teams.

To have the necessary knowledge, skills and training to recognise emergency clinical situations such as anaphylaxis, cardiac and respiratory deterioration and to act appropriately, knowing when to seek assistance.

To recognise high risk, difficult situations regarding the transfer of some patients and prioritise promptly the actions needed for the safety and well-being of patients/carers.

To ensure that appropriate, consistent and realistic information is provided to patients and families. 

To communicate information to patients, carers, colleagues and other agencies in a manner consistent with their level of understanding, culture, background and preferred ways of communication.

To provide sensitive and complex information to relatives and patients in sometimes hostile and emotive atmospheres. 

To demonstrate established negotiating and influencing skills in the management of conflict across a range of situations, which may involve diffusion of hostility and aggression, e.g., to deal with complaints sensitively, avoiding escalation, etc.

Agree with the Senior Sister/Senior Charge Nurse the standard of nursing care and ensure that these are maintained at optimum levels.

To co-ordinate the provision of patient care in their area of work, throughout the working shift; ensuring that there is effective communication within the ward, liaison with medical staff and other disciplines and services.

Please see attached job description for more information. 

Person specification

Personal Attributes

Essential criteria

Being able to cope with working in a stressful working environment The ability to work independently

Desirable criteria

The ability to work flexible hours as the service demands

Education and Training

Essential criteria

Registered Nurse NMC Registrant and evidence of Revalidation. Practice Assessor, ENB 998 or equivalent Student Mentorship Training.

Desirable criteria

Educated to Degree level or working towards. Recognised management course or prepared to undertake. Ability to do staff appraisals.

Knowledge and Skills

Essential criteria

To be proficient with IT systems, compile reports and analyse data Phlebotomy and cannulation Enhanced Recovery Pathways

Desirable criteria

Knowledge and research within specific specialty Human Resource skills Male catheterisation. High Dependency Course

Experience

Essential criteria

Substantial experience as a Registered Nurse in a surgical ward in an acute hospital Teaching and assessing junior staff and students Relevant experience of quality improvements

Desirable criteria

Experience within specific specialty Ability to audit ones area of work

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