Locum Consultant Geriatrician

3 months ago

Orpington, United Kingdom King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Full time

Job overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen and we are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic nurse to join Surgical 6 , part of the STAE care at PRUH group, as a Ward Manager. Surgical 6 is a fast paced 20 bed surgical ward specialising predominantly in the care of Urology and Orthopaedics however care for Colorectal, General Surgery patients pre- and post -operatively, as well as trauma, ITU step-downs and Medical patients.

You must demonstrate excellent leadership and interpersonal skills. We require individuals who are determined, forward thinking, well organised and with a positive attitude towards flexibility and change. You will lead by example showing professionalism, integrity, determination and dedication, commit to team working and will have the necessary skills to support the team and drive forward.

Excellent communication skills, ability to support and empower others, a passion for working in surgery as well as proactive approach to delivery of high standards of evidence based care are essential components to this post.

You must have the ability to promote patient centred care and establish good relationships with staff, patients and families. To communicate effectively at all levels within the multi-disciplinary team and with the support of the Matron and band 6 team lead and develop the team and the service we deliver.

For inquiries and informal visits, please contact Matron Rebecca Perry on Extension 65316 or via email 

Main duties of the job

Main duties of the role for the successful candidate include:

To assume responsibility for the surgical ward and provide clinical leadership to the nursing team. To lead and develop the nursing team in the care of surgical patients and assist in the development of clinical competencies. To provide expert, holistic care of a high standard to both the patients and their relatives within King's College Hospital. To act as a clinical resource within the ward and across the Care Group as necessary. To be an effective clinical leader and role model with good delegation and supervisory abilities. To be a safe and effective practitioner able to provide patients and relatives with high quality nursing care To undertake managerial responsibilities ensuring staff management is safe, effective and within the assigned budget. Strong involvement in recruitment and retention programmes. To work alongside the multi-disciplinary team and ward triumvirate to enhance patient care and experience.

At King’s particular emphasis is put on the need to ensure that all staff recognise their responsibility to deliver services in a high quality, courteous, patient focused manner maintaining patient confidentiality at all times.

Full details of the role can be found in the attached Job Description

Working for our organisation

King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK’s largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of c£1 billion, million patient contacts a year and more than 15,000 staff based across South East London. The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. The trust-wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reach is our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we aim to take Team King’s to another level.

We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people.

King’s is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone’s contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust’s carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible.

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