Job summary Closing Date: 11/11/24 (this may change dependent on response) Shortlisting to take place in the week following closing date: commencing 12/11/24 Interview expected to take place in the week following shortlisting: commencing 18/11/24 We are looking for Emergency Department Band 6 Sisters / Charge Nurses Adult to join our friendly, hardworking and innovative nursing team. Are you looking to join a department that is on an exciting journey to move from Good to outstanding? Do you want to be part of a team that leads with kindness and prioritises the wellbeing and development of staff whilst striving for excellence in patient care and outcomes? Are you looking to work in a fast paced environment with an amazing multidisciplinary team? Are you looking to professionally develop into an effective leader who supports the delivery of safe, effective emergency care to our patients ? BTHFT has been at the forefront of innovation and research during the COVID19 pandemic and has been involved in social media campaigns, radio podcasts, BBC News and Documentaries throughout this time. As an organisation BTHFT thrives on innovation and inclusivity and you have the opportunity to join our dynamic, hardworking and passionate Emergency Department team that are committed to Quality improvement and making a difference. Main duties of the job There is an endless opportunity for you to develop your career in a way that suits you through professional development, Quality improvement projects, degree modules, in-house training and specialist qualifications. We have supported members of our team to develop from Band 2 HCA through to staff nurse then Charge nurse and then onto advanced practitioners and we pride ourselves in recognising talent and supporting staff in their development to reach their goals and realise their dreams. We have a forward thinking, appreciative leadership team who understand the pressures of nursing in real terms. who will support you when you need it and step back to let you be your best when you don't. We are currently expanding the team to meet the needs of our diverse group of patients and improve the care we provide for them. The trust has made a substantial investment allowing us to increase the number of Clinical Leaders / Band 6 nurses that we have in ED. About us Our People Charter outlines the behaviours we can expect from one another and what you can expect from Bradford Teaching Hospitals Foundation Trust: We value people We are one team We care We're keen to meet people who share these values and are passionate about delivering the highest quality of care to our patients. Date posted 28 October 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 389-24-6707441 Job locations Bradford Royal Infirmary Duckworth Lane Bradford BD9 6RJ Job description Job responsibilities We are seeking to appoint Band 6 Sisters/ Charge nurses to join our ED Family who are caring, hardworking, motivated, experienced AE nurses that want to further their career and develop their leadership skills If you are interested in finding out more about this role please contact: Natalia Taylor (Senior Sister) - Natalia.Taylorbthft.nhs.uk Job description Job responsibilities We are seeking to appoint Band 6 Sisters/ Charge nurses to join our ED Family who are caring, hardworking, motivated, experienced AE nurses that want to further their career and develop their leadership skills If you are interested in finding out more about this role please contact: Natalia Taylor (Senior Sister) - Natalia.Taylorbthft.nhs.uk Person Specification Experience Essential Extensive AE experience Experience of leading/managing a team of staff Desirable Experience of participating in clinical audit Experience in policy development Budget and financial management experience Change management experience Experience in a range of clinical specialties Skills Essential Clinical skills specific to area of specialty Ability to lead and work as part of a team Mentoring and counselling skills Leadership skills Excellent time management and organisation skills Analytical approach to problem solving Desirable Change management skills Computer literate Presentation skills Knowledge Essential Understanding of Information Governance and Confidentiality Knowledge and understanding of application of relevant National Guidance e.g. National Service Frameworks, NICE etc Comprehensive knowledge of the NHS national and Trust's targets and priorities In depth knowledge and understanding of the needs of the specific patient group Desirable Knowledge of change management processes Recruitment and Selection, Appraisal and other relevant HR/People management training LEO or similar Programme Management Development Training Qualifications Essential RGN /RSCN Teaching and assessing qualification eg. ENB 6590 (998) or equivalent Desirable Post registration qualification / training in area of clinical speciality Diploma/Degree in Nursing or equivalent experience ENB Courses applicable to specialism Person Specification Experience Essential Extensive AE experience Experience of leading/managing a team of staff Desirable Experience of participating in clinical audit Experience in policy development Budget and financial management experience Change management experience Experience in a range of clinical specialties Skills Essential Clinical skills specific to area of specialty Ability to lead and work as part of a team Mentoring and counselling skills Leadership skills Excellent time management and organisation skills Analytical approach to problem solving Desirable Change management skills Computer literate Presentation skills Knowledge Essential Understanding of Information Governance and Confidentiality Knowledge and understanding of application of relevant National Guidance e.g. National Service Frameworks, NICE etc Comprehensive knowledge of the NHS national and Trust's targets and priorities In depth knowledge and understanding of the needs of the specific patient group Desirable Knowledge of change management processes Recruitment and Selection, Appraisal and other relevant HR/People management training LEO or similar Programme Management Development Training Qualifications Essential RGN /RSCN Teaching and assessing qualification eg. ENB 6590 (998) or equivalent Desirable Post registration qualification / training in area of clinical speciality Diploma/Degree in Nursing or equivalent experience ENB Courses applicable to specialism Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address Bradford Royal Infirmary Duckworth Lane Bradford BD9 6RJ Employer's website https://www.bradfordhospitals.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)