Job summary
- Main area
- Acute Medical Ward
- Grade
- NHS AfC: Band 6
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time
- Flexible working
- Job ref
- 179-6428284-M
- Employer
- West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- West Suffolk Hospital
- Town
- Bury St Edmunds
- Salary
- £35,392 - £42,618 per annum
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 10/07/2024 23:59
Employer heading
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Sister/Charge Nurse - Ward G10
NHS AfC: Band 6
Job overview
As a band 6 Sister/Charge Nurse, you will be a visible personality on the ward who is able to take control of situations and manage the general day to day running of the ward, in the ward manager’s absence. You will need to be approachable and supportive to all staff and be able to offer advice and guidance when needed. You will lead by example and support junior staff to maintain the ward’s high standards.
We currently have a vacancy for a permanent band 6 position on G10, acute medical ward.
We are seeking an innovative, highly motivated forward thinking nurse who has the ability to manage a busy ward on a daily basis using expert clinical knowledge and judgement whilst providing support to staff. You will be expected to have both a ‘hands on’ approach in providing high quality care and have a visible and approachable presence on the ward in order to support junior staff with their role. You will also be expected to support the ward manager with general management duties and have an understanding of the varying factors that affect patient care and experience, staff development and must comply with Trust Policies at all times.
Main duties of the job
· You will be expected to have both a ‘hands on’ approach in providing high quality care and have a visible and approachable presence on the ward in order to support junior staff with their role
· To take control of situations and manage the general day to day running of the ward, in the ward manager’s absence.
Working for our organisation
#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?
Detailed job description and main 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 and qualifications
Essential criteria
- NMC Registration
- Evidence of ongoing professional development
- ILS
- Diploma/Degree in Nursing
Desirable criteria
- ALS
- Working towards degree
- Preparation for Mentorship Or working towards a degree
Experience and knowledge
Essential criteria
- Previous experience at Band 5 level minimum of 24 months.
- Teaching/supervision experience
- Management experience
- Research awareness
Desirable criteria
- Awareness of the Trust’s financial and governance goals
- Previous experience in an Acute care setting
Skills and abilities
Essential criteria
- Mentorship skills
- IV Drug Administration
- IT skills
- Able to act up for Ward Manager
- Time Management skills
- Communication skills
- Organisational skills
Desirable criteria
- Venepuncture
- Cannulation
- Arterial Blood Gas collection
- Proficient with E-Care
Personal qualities
Essential criteria
- Leadership qualities
- Team player
- Able to work under pressure
- Commitment to delivering high quality service
- Ability to show empathy and compassion to patients and relatives
- Flexible approach to working hours and duties
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
- Liz Pearce
- Job title
- Ward Manager
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01284712664
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