Sister / Charge Nurse - Emergency Department
Job overview
Band 6 Sister/Charge Nurse – Emergency Department
Calling all experienced Emergency Department Nursing Staff.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Band 6 Sister/Charge Nurse to join our experienced nursing team.
After a recent staffing review we are pleased to announce we are expanding our workforce.
Are you a dynamic and motivated emergency nurse, with a minimum of 2 years Emergency Department experience? Do you have evidence of continuing professional development within Emergency Department nursing? Do you want to join a supportive senior nursing team that is committed to delivering high standards within the current challenging environment?
If you can answer yes to the above then this could be the job for you and we are the team for you. The post holders will be supported in developing their managerial skills and extending their clinical skills and knowledge.
The Emergency Department covers a catchment area of approximately 500,000 people and last year had approximately 90,000 attendances. We are continuously striving to provide high quality patient care and believe in the fact that all patients should receive the right care by the right person the first time.We have a strong commitment to developing our staff, evidenced by a comprehensive staff education programme and senior nurse support for your personal development.
For any further information or to arrange an informal visit please contact Ashleigh Farmer ([email protected]).
Main duties of the job
To work according to the NMC Code of Professional Conduct and relevant
professional guidelines as a named nurse for a defined group of patients and take responsibility for: The assessment of care and health education needs; The development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care
including discharge planning for each patient.
To be designated to manage the ward/department and/or act as a deputy to theperson holding continuing responsibility.
To be familiar with the Hospital Major Incident Plan and have a knowledge of the role of the Senior Nurse until relieved by a Senior Nurse. To also have knowledge of the role of the Senior Staff Nurse during a Major Incident.
To develop leadership skills and experience in the management of theward/department.
To promote and participate in the implementation of the RUH Nursing strategy:- Reviewing nursing practice and implementing appropriate changes
based on research/best practice; b) Developing and implementing Audit, Quality and Risk Management
initiatives.To participate in clinical supervision programmes as appropriate, and to teach and act as a facilitator/mentor/preceptor to nursing or non-nursing staff.
To manage the department on a shift basis, in the absence of a senior nurse, maintaining a proactive approach to Trust and local targets.
To promote and maintain effective communication.
Working for our organisation
At the RUH we're proud to put people at the heart of what we do, working together as one team to make a difference for our patients, each other, and our community. No matter what your role is, we value everyone's contribution in supporting the exceptional, person-centred care we pride ourselves on.
We are committed to creating a compassionate and inclusive environment. This can be seen in our growing community of staff networks - celebrating successes and creating opportunities to listen and learn. We value our differences, champion kindness and civility, and truly believe that diversity makes us stronger.
A culture of learning, developing and innovating is the thread that runs throughout our whole organisation. We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential.
We value staff wellbeing, with a well-established programme of support. We believe in a holistic approach spanning all aspects of living a healthy life, including physical, emotional, spiritual and financial wellbeing. We've even got a pool!
We are committed to supporting you and hope you want to join our team. In the meantime, find out more about living and working the beautiful historic city of Bath, learn about our extensive package of staff benefits, and read about how we're providing healthcare fit for the future with the landmark Dyson Cancer Centre and our passion for research.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please find attached to the vacancy a detailed person specification and job description for further information about this role.
Person specification
Knowledge and Experience
Essential criteria- Minimum 2 years relevant clinical experience at Band 5
- Experience of taking charge and delegating duties
Qualifications and Training
Essential criteria- Registered Nurse Part 1,2,12
- State Registered with the Nursing & Midwifery Council
- Emergency Care qualification or equivalent evidenced experience
- Demonstrates evidence of ongoing continuous professional development
- Teaching qualification
- Post-registration training preferably in speciality area – APLS, ALS, TNCC/ATLS preferable
- Any training in management / HR
- Diploma/ Degree in relevant area