Deputy Ward Sister/Charge Nurse

3 weeks ago

Worthing, United Kingdom University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust Full time

Job overview

****** THIS POSITION IS ONLY OPEN TO CURRENT UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST EMPLOYEES ****** ​

An exciting opportunity has arisen in General Surgery. Chiltington ward are looking for a dynamic and motivated deputy ward sister/charge nurse with experience in General Surgery.

The role of the post holder is to support the ward manager, and in their absence ensure the effective management of Chiltington ward at Worthing Hospital. In addition the post holder will provide clinical and professional leadership within this area, ensuring an effective, quality service with responsibility for patient safety and standards of care. To practice and act in accordance with NMC code of conduct and University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust policies and procedures.

Main duties of the job

Provide high quality leadership for the nursing team and support the ward manager to ensure quality and safety is prioritised in the clinical area . Supporting staff and patient experience. 

Provide high quality evidence based clinical care to patients, in line with the Trust Values and in accordance with professional regulations.

Work with others to protect and promote the health and wellbeing of those in your care, their families and carers, and the wider community.

To act as a role model communicating in line with the Trust Values, to patients, carers and the staff at all times.

Accept delegated responsibility for specific activities recognising and working within the limits of your competence.

Take every opportunity to continue to maintain and develop your own practice.

Facilitate students and others to develop their competence through 
supervision, teaching and role modelling.

Working for our organisation

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us 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 succeed. 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. 

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. 

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. 

We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

To provide leadership to and work as part of a team ensuring effective communication with all health care professionals within the clinical team and across all disciplines.

Act as a role model within the clinical area.

Adhere to the Trust values in all working relationships to patients, carers and staff .Teach/assess and facilitate learning for all learners in the ward area, particularly students and healthcare assistance.

Demonstrate good leadership skills and ensure that communication is effective between the patient, relatives and members of the multidisciplinary team, and ensure appropriate nursing input into patient care discussions.

Ensure communication is used effectively in the interests of patient care, including the use of handover and clinical incident reporting if necessary.

Demonstrate politeness, courtesy and sensitivity in dealing with 
patients/clients, visitors/relatives and colleagues, maintaining good customer relations and recognising individuality and rights for each patient in line with Trust Values.

Work effectively within a multi-racial and cultural environment.
Service Delivery and Improvement.

Participate in the setting of standards for nursing practice and for care involving the multidisciplinary team.

Understand local audit processes and take opportunities to initiate local audit and participate in Trust audits locally.

To maintain stock control and order specialist supplies within current resources.

To be forward looking and promptly intervene to ensure safe staffing levels and appropriate skill mix and escalate to manager any staffing issues or other resource issues which may impact on staff or patient care and safety.

To keep updated with current research/evidence relevant to patient care, treatments and service developments.

Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details.

Person specification

Skills

Essential criteria

Proven track record of leading a team Motivation and Innovation Ability to participate and implement the development of ward practice.

Desirable criteria

Broad professional vision People management skills Facilitation skills

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Essential criteria

Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).

Professional and Clinical Skills

Essential criteria

RGN 1st Level with NMC registration

Desirable criteria

Leadership Course Mentorship/PSPA Recruitment and Selection training

Experience and Qualifications

Essential criteria

Has experience in teaching / sharing knowledge. Can demonstrate experience of supervision of staff and resources. Sound clinical and professional knowledge Record of continuing professional development and evidence of professional development since qualification. Post registration experience including experience in General Surgery or a related area

Desirable criteria

Experience in recruitment and selection

People management and development skills

Essential criteria

Experience of undertaking appraisals. Experience of supervising staff. Demonstrate a high level of patient care to standard

Desirable criteria

Experience of leading a team or assisting to lead a team Experience of the recruitment process Experience of supporting staff with their personal and professional development Vision for developing the hospital environment to improve the patient experience

Specific Requirements

Essential criteria

Able to demonstate behaviours consistent with the Trust values and behaviours

Freedom To Act

Essential criteria

Is guided by precedent and clearly defined occupational policies, protocols, procedures or codes of conduct. Work is managed, rather than supervised and results/outcomes are assessed at agreed intervals. Is guided by standard operating procedures (SOPs), good practice, established precedents and understands what results or standards are to be achieved.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Essential criteria

Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role). Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues

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