Deputy Sister/Charge Nurse

3 weeks ago


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

Job overview

Practice Educator Emergency Department An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Educator, to join the Emergency Department at Worthing Hospital, part of University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust.We currently see approximately 95,000 patients per year, with 25% of patients we see being children. We are also a designated Trauma unit and have been rated as an "Outstanding Department" by the CQC.The Emergency Department consists of 5 adult and 1 Paediatric Resuscitation bays. 23 Major spaces, made up of 15 trolleys and 8 chairs, x2 Rapid Assessment Bays, a 10 chair Ambulatory Clinical Decision’s Unit. The ED also has its own mental health area supported by RMNs working closing with the mental health liaison service provided by Sussex Partnership NHS Trust. Worthing ED has a dedicated Paediatric ED, which provides a separate waiting area, 4 cubicles and further assessment rooms. We also have a co-located Urgent Treatment Centre, for the treatment of Minor Injuries and Illness. As an outstanding department, we are keen to recruit enthusiastic, motivated nurses, who have excellent communication skills and are able to work in a fast paced and at times challenging environment. 

Main duties of the job

The post holder will support the Lead Practice Development Nurse to establish and maintain a positive and effective clinical learning environment for both pre and post registered nurses, including overseas nurses and there specific needs.


To proactively promote and deliver evidence based education and support to promote best nursing practice at all times. To ensure nursing staff have both the knowledge and skills to deliver safe, effective, compassionate care competently, aiming for the highest standards possible. Training will primarily be delivered via direct clinical teaching with some classroom/alternative forums as required.

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

The post holder will support the Lead Practice Development Nurse to establish and maintain a positive and effective clinical learning environment for both pre and post registered nurses, including overseas nurses and there specific needs.


To proactively promote and deliver evidence based education and support to promote best nursing practice at all times. To ensure nursing staff have both the knowledge and skills to deliver safe, effective, compassionate care competently, aiming for the highest standards possible. Training will primarily be delivered via direct clinical teaching with some classroom/alternative forums as required.

Please refer to job attached description for further information.

Person specification

Experience

Essential criteria

Registered Nurse 2 years ED Experience Mentorship/PSPA Confident & Competent in all areas of Emergency Care

Desirable criteria

Fully competent with Emergency Paediatric Nursing Any experience or background in teaching or delivering training Leadership & Role modelling

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

Desirable criteria

Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues

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