Job summary
- Main area
- Paediatrics
- Grade
- Band 6
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week
- Job ref
- 390-WAC-SO-7188
- Employer
- Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Southend
- Town
- Westcliff on Sea
- Salary
- £37,338 - £44,962 Per Annum (per rota for part time.)
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 31/12/2024 23:59
Employer heading
Paediatric Charge Nurse
Band 6
Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is now one of the largest trusts in the country, serving a population of 1.2 million people comprising acute hospital sites at Broomfield in Chelmsford, Basildon and Southend.
We are a well-led, high-performing and innovative organisation determined to provide the best health care services for our local population and working in the best interests of the people we serve.
Job overview
MSE are looking for an experienced Band 6 Paediatric Nurse , who is committed to the delivery of compassionate high quality care. We strive to use the views of staff working in our service to improve our current and future service. In return, we promise a supportive and friendly place to work.
Our Neptune Paediatric Unit has 16 beds catering for children aged 0-16 requiring medical, surgical and day-stay admission.
We have a designated PAU consisting of 6 beds, isolation cubicle and treatment room. Neptune Paediatric Unit is fully supported by a large team of multi-disciplinary professionals including Doctors, Physiotherapists, Dieticians, qualified play staff/specialists, Paediatric Educators and Paediatric Clinical Nurse Specialists.
We look forward to receiving your application.
Main duties of the job
To be successful in this role you will need to demonstrate Compassion, professionalism and leadership qualities.
- In liaison with the Unit Manager and fellow Band 6 Nurses, the nurse will lead and coordinate a dedicated team of nursing and support staff in the delivery of a high standard of nursing care.
- In the absence of the Unit Manager (Band 7), the Band 6 nursing team will be responsible for the effective deployment of ward/department resources (including manpower), and will be able to follow escalation policies in a timely and comprehensive manner.
- The nurse will assist in the development, implementation and monitoring of Governance systems in the ward/department relating to Risk Management, Health and Safety and Controls Assurance.
- You will be responsible and accountable for the assessment of care needs and the development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care without supervision for a defined group of patients.
Working for our organisation
Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is now one of the largest trusts in the country, serving a population of 1.2 million people. Our newly formed Trust, comprising acute hospital sites at Broomfield in Chelmsford, Basildon and Southend, is determined to provide the best health services for its local population. We are a well-led, high-performing and innovative organisation working in the best interests of the people we serve. With a workforce of approximately 15,000 staff, we can now do more and go further in delivering health services to our local communities. Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and wellbeing of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
- Lead and monitor the practice and effectiveness of nursing actions, ensuring these are carried out with full regard for the safety of the patient and staff involved.
- In conjunction with the Unit Manager, establish direction and purpose, inspire, motivate and empower ward/department team around the common goals to produce measurable improvements in clinical practice, quality and services.
- Ensure that training and education opportunities are available to staff.
- Ensure personnel and team development to maximize performance and succession planning.
- To participate in all relevant aspects of the Governance process, taking the lead in the absence of the Unit manager.
- The post holder will adhere to NMC Code of Conduct (2015, Updated 2018) at all times and ensure ward compliance with and application of hospital policies and procedures and professional guidelines.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- Current NMC registration - RSCN
- Evidence of recent Continuous Professional Development
- Post basic certificate in relevant subject
Desirable criteria
- Leadership course
- EPALS/PILS
Knowledge & experience
Essential criteria
- Experience of a senior nurse and appropriate advanced nursing skills
- Demonstrates understanding of principles of Clinical Governance (Risk Management & audit)
- Experience of working in a Paediatric unit
Desirable criteria
- Experience as Acting Band 6/Nurse in Charge
communication skills
Essential criteria
- Able to effectively communicate information to service users
Personal and people development
Essential criteria
- Interest in own professional development
- Ability to facilitate and support learning
Desirable criteria
- Experience of conflict management
Other
Essential criteria
- Flexibility to work in other areas of the Paediatric Department and MSE when/if required
Employer certification / accreditation badges
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Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
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
- Victoria Page
- Job title
- Ward Manager
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01702 435555
- Additional information
Please contact Victoria Page ( Ward Manager) if you have any questions relating to the advertised post. on 03004437778
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