Sister/Charge Nurse Band 6 Cherry Ward

3 weeks ago

Liverpool, United Kingdom Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital Full time

Job summary

We are looking for a highly motivated and innovative band 6 ward sister / charge nurse to work and help lead our team on our 9 bedded Cystic Fibrosis / Respiratory Medicine ward at the outstanding Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital, renowned for its delivery of Excellent, compassionate and safe Patient care. The ward specialises in the care of Cystic Fibrosis patients and cares for patients with a variety of respiratory / cardiology conditions.

You will demonstrate excellent knowledge and previous experience of caring for respiratory patients as well as processing excellent leadership skills. You will need to have the ability to influence others and effectively manage change. You will need to demonstrate your commitment to continuous professional development for yourself and your team: thus ensuring that all staff have the necessary knowledge and skills to deliver Safe, effective care

Main duties of the job

Leading the ward day to day. Mentoring and supporting the staff on the ward. Ensuring accurate documentation and risk assessment compliance. Ensuring compliance in mandatory training. Leading the ward round with the MDT to deliver holistic care to our patients. Completing audits to patient patient safety and provide assurance. Completing action plans and presentations for incidents that occur. Supporting the ward manager in the managerial duties. We are looking for an individual with exceptional communication and organisational skills that can assist the day to day running of the ward. To have a passion in educating other staff and students. To ensure the safety, privacy and dignity of patients at all times. Take responsibility for a group of patients and be their named nurse. Able to complete ECGs for the patients. Able to or willing to expand on your skills and be able to complete venepuncture, cannulation, catheterisation etc.

About us

As the largest single site specialist heart and chest hospital in the UK, we, at Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital, have a clear vision 'to be the best cardiothoracic integrated healthcare organisation'.

We provide specialist services in cardiothoracic surgery, cardiology, respiratory medicine both in the hospital and out in the community.

We serve a catchment area of million people, spanning Merseyside, Cheshire, North Wales and the Isle of Man, and increasingly we receive referrals from outside these areas for highly specialised services such as aortics.

Our reputation for strong performance is important in delivering the best care for our patients and high quality clinical services. This is underpinned by a culture of research and innovation, delivered in modern estate and our encouragement of flexible working in a variety of forms.

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Job responsibilities

CLINICAL.

Perform comprehensive assessment of patient nursing needs, plan, implement and evaluate care delivery according to changing health care needs and varying levels of complexity.

Collect, collate, evaluate and report information maintaining accurate patient records.

Involve patients and carers/relatives in the planning and delivery of care.

Work collaboratively with other professionals and agencies to ensure patient needs are met, especially in relation to ongoing care needs and discharge arrangements.

Establish and maintain effective communication with patients and carers/relatives.

Recognise and respond appropriately to urgent and emergency situations

Collect, collate and report information, maintaining accurate records in line with NMC and Trust policy.

Respect confidential information obtained in the course of professional practice and upholds the principles of Caldicott and the Data Protection Act

MANAGERIAL/LEADERSHIP.

Deputise for the Ward Manager in the management and organisation of the ward.

Accept delegated line management responsibilities of other team members including performance development reviews and personal development planning

Support the Ward Manager to maximise best use of clinical resources, implementing best practice in patient flow, admission and discharge arrangements.

Participate in the recruitment and retention of staff.

Support the Ward Manager with the monitoring of performance of staff ensuring that learning needs are identified through personal development planning/supervised practice.

Promotes the development of services within the ward area and assists the ward manager to implement change.

Ensure the effective and efficient use of physical and financial resources,

Monitor health, safety and security of self and others and promote/ implements best practice in the ward area.

EDUCATION AND DEVELOPMENT.

Provides and makes effective use of learning and development opportunities for ward team,

Develop own expert clinical knowledge and participate in the development of others.

Ensure own compliance and compliance of others with regard to mandatory training and PREP requirements.

Coordinates and deliver training programmes and promotes an effective clinical learning environment.

Act as a mentor for all nurses in training and newly qualified nurses.

CLINICAL QUALITY.

Assist the ward manager in ward audit and the development and implementation of the ward action plan.

Ensure compliance with policies, procedures and clinical guidelines for self and others, participate in the development of same.

Continually monitor standards of care and lead the improvement of care, through the clinical quality monitoring group, audit and research.

Assist patient and public involvement activities in the ward area, leading to service improvement.

Promote peoples equality, diversity and rights and take action when your own or other peoples actions undermine these rights

Registered Nurses at the Cardiothoracic Centre have a responsibility to:

Maintain active status on NMC register

Always act in accordance with NMC and LHCH Code of Conduct and guiding documents

Adhere to Trust policy and procedure

Undertake Clinical Supervision

Maintain up to date skills and knowledge and maintain awareness of professional issues

Maintain a professional portfolio

Person Specification

Qualifications & Education

Essential

Registered Nurse Teaching and assessing/ mentorship qualification Experience within respiratory and Cystic fibrosis speciality Degree or actively working towards this qualification

Desirable

Holds (or working towards) post registration qualification Change management experience

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

Broad range of clinical experience. Experience of taking charge of the ward

Skills & Abilities

Essential

Ability to communicate in a variety of settings with patients of varying levels of understanding. Ability to communicate with colleagues of all disciplines Awareness of staffing levels and skill mix to facilitate the workload of the unit Basic IT skills in word processing and spreadsheets Able to manage own workload, plan the work of others and work autonomously. Demonstrate effective leadership and ability to inspire and motivate others

Desirable

Awareness of financial management within the clinical setting. Evidence of supporting and supervising junior staff. Effective management and organisation skills Effective delegation skills Knowledge of professional and NHS issues

Values & Behaviours

Essential

Excellent, compassionate & safe Promotes honesty & integrity Demonstrates confidence & motivation Positive & enthusiastic Empathetic & supportive towards colleagues Seeks guidance when appropriate Flexibility to meet service needs

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