Sister/Charge Nurse

2 weeks ago


Bury St Edmunds, United Kingdom West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust Full time

Job summary

Are you a skilled and compassionate healthcare professional looking for a challenging leadership role? Look no further We are currently seeking a dedicated and motivated individual to join our team as a Discharge Waiting Area Band 6.

As the Sister/Charge Nurse- B6, you will play a vital role in ensuring the efficient and smooth operation of the discharge waiting area. Your responsibilities will include overseeing day-to-day activities, providing leadership to the team, and ensuring top-quality care for our patients.

If you are passionate about delivering outstanding patient care, possess strong leadership qualities, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we would love to hear from you Join our team and make a meaningful impact on our patients' lives.

Main duties of the job

- Manage and coordinate the activities of the discharge waiting area, ensuring efficient patient flow and timely discharges.

- Support the Ward Manager in developing and implementing strategies to improve patient experience and reduce waiting times.

- Provide supervision and guidance to the nursing and support staff, promoting a positive and collaborative work environment.

- Monitor and maintain the quality and safety standards within the discharge waiting area, ensuring compliance with policies and procedures.

- Assist in the recruitment, training, and performance management of staff members.

- Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to facilitate seamless transitions of care or discharge for patients.

About us

#BeKnown at West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust. By us. By our patients. By our community

We are a busy, friendly, rural NHS Trust providing high-quality care and compassion to more than a quarter of a million people across west Suffolk. We care for, treat and support people in hospital, at home and in various community settings.

The West Suffolk Hospital in Bury St Edmunds provides acute and secondary care services (emergency department, maternity and neonatal services, day surgery unit, eye treatment centre, Macmillan unit and children's ward). It has 500+ beds and is a partner teaching hospital of the University of Cambridge.

Adult and paediatric community services, provided in collaboration with West Suffolk Alliance partners, include a range of nursing, therapy, specialist, and ongoing temporary care and rehabilitation, some at our Newmarket Community Hospital.

We do our utmost to achieve outstanding clinical outcomes for patients and our values of fairness, inclusivity, respect, safety and team work guide how we work and behave as a team.

With nearly 5,000 staff, from all over the world, we strive to make our organisation a great place to work. Whatever your role or ambition, we want to help you be the best you can be.

We promote a diverse and inclusive community where everyones voice counts and you can #BeKnown for whoever you are.

Join us. What will you #BeKnown for?

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see job description for full details.

STAFF CAR PARKING

Staff Car Parking on the West Suffolk Hospital Site is eligible for individuals working outside of the core hours, 07:00 18:30.

For individuals working within the core hours, the Trust offers parking off site at the Bury St Edmunds Rugby Club, which is serviced by a regular shuttle bus to and from the Hospital. Details of the bus timetable can be found in the on-line starter pack on the West Suffolk Hospital website.

This parking restriction does not apply if an individual is required to work on a weekend or if they are required to complete on call duties within their role.

The closing date for this vacancy may change if we receive a strong response. Please ensure that you apply for any post you are interested in as soon as possible.

Person Specification

Education & Qualification

Essential

NMC Registration ENB 998 or equivalent Evidence of ongoing professional development ILS Diploma in Nursing

Experience & Knowledge

Essential

Previous experience at Band 5 level Teaching experience Management experience

Desirable

Knowledge of NHS IT and Administrative Systems

Skills & Abilities

Essential

Computer Literacy Able to demonstrate excellent Interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to work to clear guidelines and within role boundaries. Able to adapt to supporting different teams. Ability to work under pressure. Ability to use initiative, referring key decisions as appropriate and understanding aim limitations. Mentorship skills IV Drug Administration IT skills Research awareness Able to act up for Ward Manager Time Management skills Communication skills Organisational skills

Personal Qualities

Essential

Team worker, who is able to prioritise effectively. Leadership qualities Commitment to delivering high quality service Ability to show empathy and compassion to patients and relatives Flexible approach to working hours and duties

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