Job summary
Employer heading
Senior Sister
Band 7
Job overview
The Inpatient Services Directorate have an exciting opportunity for an inspirational and supportive nurse leader to join the current team of Senior Sisters that lead the Divisional clinical areas. The current team of band 7’s work closely together and collaborate on continuous quality improvement.
You will be working in a very supportive environment whilst having the opportunity to continue to look for opportunities to develop nursing practice.
Do you want to have an impact on the quality of care provided to patients – and be in a position to support the frontline clinical team?
You will need to have the ability to deal with challenging situations in a fast paced environment in a professional and calm manner.
Main duties of the job
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To coordinate and supervise a shift, communicating effectively with members of the multidisciplinary team to deliver high quality evidence-based care to patients.
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To advocate for patients and exercise clinical judgement about patients’ needs in terms of plans and long term goals.
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To communicate openly with the team at safety huddles, cascading important information that impacts the team / patient care.
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To participate fully in the day to day running of the ward.
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You would be responsible for supporting the senior sister in the management of the clinical area and supporting junior staff.
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Ensuring the ward is safely staffed, complete return to work interviews, supporting junior staff to develop their skills and confidence in caring for patients.
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You will be responsible for a small group of staff of your own which you will take charge and ensure their annual professional development review is completed and their essential training is up to date.
Working for our organisation
The Christie is one of Europe’s leading cancer centres, treating over 60,000 patients a year. We are based in Manchester and serve a population of 3.2 million across Greater Manchester & Cheshire, but as a national specialist around 15% patients are referred to us from other parts of the country.
We provide radiotherapy through one of the largest radiotherapy departments in the world; chemotherapy on site and through 14 other hospitals; highly specialist surgery for complex and rare cancer; and a wide range of support and diagnostic services. We are also an international leader in research, with world first breakthroughs for over 100 years.
We run one of the largest early clinical trial units in Europe with over 300 trials every year. Cancer research in Manchester, most of which is undertaken on the Christie site, has been officially ranked the best in the UK.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
MANAGEMENT AND ADMINISTRATION
- Provide management support for staff and act as preceptor to designated staff
- To lead the Ward acute oncology services. Review and implement change to the acute oncology service to support ongoing improvements in clinical practice reflecting capacity and demand issues
- To liaise with the patient flow team, ambulatory care and the hotline team to ensure optimal bed usage
- Liaise with discharge team/Senior Sisters for optimal bed usage involving ward transfers
- Close collaboration with medical staff to ensure realistic and efficient bed usage
- Assess, plan and implement clinical care and maintain associated patient records
- To organise daily work schedule and off duty rotas ensuring appropriate and effective skill mix and deployment of staff for appropriate patient needs
- To assist in maintaining the staff and non-staff budget within agreed limits.
- Collaborate with other service providers in ensuring the highest possible standards of cleanliness and nutrition are achieved.
- Be aware of Health and Safety issues and ensure relevant risk assessments are undertaken.
- Report and record all accidents and complaints according to the agreed policy, investigating speedily and compassionately
- Ensure all Trust policies and procedures are adhered to and new ones implemented as necessary
- To ensure all team members adhere to the uniform policy and maintain professional image for the unit
- Report to Lead Nurse on patient affairs/activity and staff development.
- Support those senior staff acting as appraisers to ensure they have a meaningful and achievable appraisal
- Ensure each designated staff member participates in a personal development plan and act to maximise the potential of others
- Assist/lead in the recruitment process for the unit
- Take a progressive approach to the management of short and long-term sickness/absence in collaboration with the Matron/Service Manager and Human Resources
- Take appropriate action in relation to any disciplinary matter when the need arises and follow procedures as laid down by the Trust.
- Supervise the requisition of stocks and equipment with care and economy
- Act up as required
TRAINING & EDUCATION
- To be up to date in all IV training programs including annual updates and competent in all areas of clinical practice
- Ensure all staff have an appropriate level of training and are offered relevant support
- Present at training days and at conferences
- Initiate and undertake research and audit which will influence practice
- Be up to date and competent with other clinical skills such as performing ECG’s, basic life support and intermediate life support.
- Attend all mandatory study days and ensure attendance of all staff
PROFESSIONAL
- Have expert knowledge and be able to advise and support nursing staff within trust & externally regarding emergency admissions and associated issues
- Liaise closely with the medical team and other members of the MDT in respect of patient care promoting the highest standard of care
- Participate in the on call rota for hospital cover out of hours
4. Represent the unit at the Band 7 forum.
- To highlight areas of improvement/development within the department and undertake relevant projects
- Keep abreast of issues influencing the Trust both internally and externally and ensure senior colleagues and the team have a good understanding of the same
- Participate in policy writing for the unit and Trust
- Be fully aware of the divisional objectives and the Trust’s corporate plan
PERSONAL
- Demonstrate a pleasant and approachable manner and help create and promote a good working relationship.
- Show professional and courteous manner whilst practicing excellent communication skills at all levels
- To show respect for members of the team and endorse the ward philosophy of giving mutual support.
4. Being aware of one’s own limitations, maintain confidentiality and adherence to NMC Professional Code of Conduct
- Cooperate in own performance review by indicating learning goals and support needs.
- Actively seek mentorship / supervision to enable reflection and development within the role.
- Exercise effective leadership using sound organization skills and judgement, upholding equality and diversity of colleagues and patients.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- RGN Level 1
- Degree level qualification
- Post registration certificate in oncology
Desirable criteria
- Management Course
- Advanced communication skills
- Oncology course
- Leadership course
Experience
Essential criteria
- 5 years post registration
- Relevant acute care experience
- Leadership experience at Band 6 level or above
- Evidence of Continued Professional Development
Desirable criteria
- Demonstrable acute oncology knowledge
- Sound knowledge of budget management
Skills
Essential criteria
- Excellent communications skills
- Ability to deliver high quality care
- IT literate
- Leadership skills
- Ability to manage own workload
Desirable criteria
- Experience of working to deadlines
- Changing practice
Knowledge
Essential criteria
- Evidence of sound clinical knowledge
- Committed to own professional and personal development and that of all ward staff
Values
Essential criteria
- Flexible
- Reliable
- Highly committed and motivated
- Conscientious and hardworking with a high level of organisational ability
- Able to work without supervision
- Ability to remain calm under pressure
Applicant requirements
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Liz Perry
- Job title
- Lead Nurse for Acute Oncology
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 07773002163
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