University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Please see below for a detailed job description for the role.
Main duties of the job
Are you ready for a new challenge? Would you like to work for an innovative forward-thinking hospital? Every patient is special to us, which means every nurse that cares for them must be too.
We are looking for a motivated leader to come and join the G4 Ward team. G4 is a 17-bedded paediatric regional surgical, urological and nephrology ward. G4 specialises in a whole range of surgical, urology and nephrology conditions including renal dialysis, tumour resection, and major bladder and bowel surgery. The ward treats children from birth up to 18 years old. G4 includes a paediatric haemodialysis unit - a rotation is offered to staff to learn this specialist skill.
About us
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to.
All non-clinical roles may involve a mixture of on-site and remote working. Specific details and flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.
Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This is an exciting time to join the team at Southampton's Children’s Hospital. Southampton's Children’s Hospital is a 115-bedded hospital catering for both local and regional children from the Wessex Region including the Channel Islands. Our Children’s Hospital prides itself on providing a variety of specialist tertiary services.
We are looking for a highly motivated individual who has excellent care values and a strong sense of team spirit. We are a friendly, welcoming, and supportive team and there are opportunities to work across departments gaining clinical leadership and management skills along the way. We are invested in supporting all our staff to explore their own leadership perspectives and the importance of relationships with themselves and others with the objective of developing their skills in leading diverse and cohesive teams. Our focus on further education and professional development will accelerate your progress, providing you with key skills and a broad perspective to enhance your future career. Southampton's Children’s Hospital is a great investment in your future.
Person Specification
Trust Values
Essential
* Patients First
* Always Improving
* Working Together
Qualifications, knowledge, and experience
Essential
* 1st Level Registered nurse on relevant part of the NMC
* Registered Recognised mentorship qualification and experience as a Sign Off mentor
* Degree or working towards
* Completion of appropriate specialty course
* Higher Education Institute approved course in supporting learners in practice
* Extensive experience in specialty to include considerable experience at Band 6 level
* Evidence of clinical leadership ability
* Proven management experience
* Evidence of continuing professional development
* Evidence of utilising evidence in practice
* Logical and consistent career pattern
* Expert clinical skills
* Ability to prioritise and deliver agreed objectives
* Ability to work flexible hours and fulfil service requirements
Desirable
* Management Course (or equivalent)
* Experience as an NMC sign off mentor or clinical practice assessor
* Evidence of staff development and succession planning
* Broad range of post registration experience
* Experience of report writing
Skills and competencies
Essential
* Communication
* General IT skills
* Microsoft Office skills
* Presentation skills
* Budget management
* Leadership
* Organisational skills
* Problem solving
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust
Address
Southampton General Hospital, Tremona Rd, Southampton, SO16 6YD
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