Job summary This is an exciting time to join Ashford & St. Peter's Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust as we work on expanding our theatres at Ashford Hospital and moving towards Ashford Hospital becoming our dedicated elective centre. Our vision is to create a state-of-the-art centre for excellence for planned surgical procedures, with care delivered by dedicated specialist teams in a modern and well-equipped environment. We hope to use this centre to create an environment of learning and facilitate the training of the next generation of our skilled NHS workforce. Our plans are ambitious, so why not come and be a part of our journey? We are looking to appoint a number of roles to support this dedicated site, including the position of Deputy Sister / Charge Nurse. We have vacancies for Deputy Sisters / Charge Nurses to join our team. This will be a great opportunity if you wish to expand your existing skills and further your nursing career as you join a team of dedicated staff on this exciting journey. To take lead responsibility for an area of clinical practice appropriate to the Elective Centre Ashford Wards, department and the environments. Internally, the post holder will develop effective working relationships with:Elective Centre Wards/Department Manager, Matron, CSNP team, Discharge Team, Social Services, Therapy Team, Theatres, recovery, Day Surgery Unit and all allied health professionals. Externally this includesOther NHS and private organisations, Community services, GP, etc. Main duties of the job Working as a member of the nursing leadership team at Ashford Hospital, the post holder will be required to: Promote and help manage the delivery of a quality nursing service by setting and monitoring clinical standards. Be responsible for assessing patient care needs and developing, implementing and evaluating programmes of care. Work as a Team Leader and Deputise for the Ward Sister/Charge Nurse within the framework of team nursing based on the Elective Hub wards and departments with the nursing philosophy of Ashford and St Peter's Hospitals NHS Trust. Responsible for coordinating and facilitating staff training and educational and development needs. Take lead responsibility for an area of clinical practice. About us Ashford and St. Peters Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust serves a population of more than 410,000 people living in North-West Surrey, parts of Hounslow and beyond. Over 3,700 highly trained doctors, nurses, midwives, therapists, healthcare scientists and other support staff make up our workforce, providing a wide range of services across our two hospital sites, Ashford, Ashford, Surrey and St Peter's, Chertsey, Surrey. We also run many specialist clinics in the community and local community hospitals and other healthcare facilities. Our vision is to be one of the best healthcare Trusts in the country. There has never been a better time to join us in the NHS at Ashford & St Peters Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust with our strong commitment to staff health and wellbeing. We are committed to providing continuous professional development, staff benefits and flexibility to shape our workforce around our patient care. Please see the supporting links which you can find on the right-hand side of this job advert. There is guidance on how to make an application on NHS Jobs as well as more information about joining the ASPH Team Although it isn't the Trusts normal practice, adverts may close early, so applicants are encouraged to submit an application as soon as possible. Date posted 25 October 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £39,205 to £47,084 a year pa inc. HCAS Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Flexible working Reference number 323-NM3960-Gk Job locations Ashford Hospital London Road Ashford TW15 3AA Job description Job responsibilities Support the Ward Manager /Sister in leading and supervising a safe, high standard of nursing practice and the delivery of evidenced based patient care in accordance with the NMC Code of Professional Conduct, the Trusts Strategy for Nursing and Trust/Unit Policies and Procedures. Assist the Ward Manager / Sister in providing and developing good nursing practice ensuring that said practices are in accordance with department and hospital policy. Assist in the establishment, monitoring and evaluation of agreed standards of patient care and quality service. Determine nursing care priorities, planning the delivery of patient care and considering the skill mix of staff. Interpret the significance of the patients clinical observations and records, making decisions and planning in areas affecting patient care; reports promptly to medical or appropriate staff any matters which fall outside his/her responsibility. Monitor clerical and legal documents completed by ward staff, ensuring they are accurate and legible. Establish an effective communication system with patients, their carers, and all staff working in the multidisciplinary team. Assist with any appropriate evaluation projects and in the assessment of new equipment and technology. With the Ward Manager / Sister, ensure that clinical and housekeeping practice follows policies/procedures designed to prevent hospital acquired infection. To autonomously, within local and Trust guidelines and standards manage a caseload of patients with acute settings, undertaking appropriate assessment and action. Receiving and analysing highly complex and highly sensitive information where there may be barriers to understanding due to age, language or inappropriate health beliefs. To use developed persuasive, motivational and empathetic skills to teach patients and their carers following an elective surgical procedure. To provide highly complex information regarding the patients history and medication and social setting in making appropriate referrals to members of the multidisciplinary team or other medical and surgical specialties. To accurately document the examination findings and any changes in the patients condition or management, using the departmental investigation monitoring system and hospital records working within your Professional council guidelines. To be aware of the boundaries of own scope of practice and to always manage the associated clinical risk effectively. To be aware of health and safety aspects of the role and implement any policies that may be required to improve the safety of the work area, including prompt recording and reporting of accidents or incidents using the Trust reporting systems, and ensuring that equipment use is safe. To risk assess all areas of work including manual handling risks, biohazards from body fluids, needle stick injuries, anxious or angry clients/carers, patients with mental health or cognitive dysfunctions etc. Participate in regular audit collection with assistance and support of other professional within the Directorate. Attend departmental, Divisional and Trust meetings where required and ensure the Orthopaedic service is championed. Please also refer to the Job Description document within this advert for full details of the job and person specification. In summary, we're seeking someone with the relevant qualifications and experience to join and support the nursing leadership team to provide high-quality patient care. Job description Job responsibilities Support the Ward Manager /Sister in leading and supervising a safe, high standard of nursing practice and the delivery of evidenced based patient care in accordance with the NMC Code of Professional Conduct, the Trusts Strategy for Nursing and Trust/Unit Policies and Procedures. Assist the Ward Manager / Sister in providing and developing good nursing practice ensuring that said practices are in accordance with department and hospital policy. Assist in the establishment, monitoring and evaluation of agreed standards of patient care and quality service. Determine nursing care priorities, planning the delivery of patient care and considering the skill mix of staff. Interpret the significance of the patients clinical observations and records, making decisions and planning in areas affecting patient care; reports promptly to medical or appropriate staff any matters which fall outside his/her responsibility. Monitor clerical and legal documents completed by ward staff, ensuring they are accurate and legible. Establish an effective communication system with patients, their carers, and all staff working in the multidisciplinary team. Assist with any appropriate evaluation projects and in the assessment of new equipment and technology. With the Ward Manager / Sister, ensure that clinical and housekeeping practice follows policies/procedures designed to prevent hospital acquired infection. To autonomously, within local and Trust guidelines and standards manage a caseload of patients with acute settings, undertaking appropriate assessment and action. Receiving and analysing highly complex and highly sensitive information where there may be barriers to understanding due to age, language or inappropriate health beliefs. To use developed persuasive, motivational and empathetic skills to teach patients and their carers following an elective surgical procedure. To provide highly complex information regarding the patients history and medication and social setting in making appropriate referrals to members of the multidisciplinary team or other medical and surgical specialties. To accurately document the examination findings and any changes in the patients condition or management, using the departmental investigation monitoring system and hospital records working within your Professional council guidelines. To be aware of the boundaries of own scope of practice and to always manage the associated clinical risk effectively. To be aware of health and safety aspects of the role and implement any policies that may be required to improve the safety of the work area, including prompt recording and reporting of accidents or incidents using the Trust reporting systems, and ensuring that equipment use is safe. To risk assess all areas of work including manual handling risks, biohazards from body fluids, needle stick injuries, anxious or angry clients/carers, patients with mental health or cognitive dysfunctions etc. Participate in regular audit collection with assistance and support of other professional within the Directorate. Attend departmental, Divisional and Trust meetings where required and ensure the Orthopaedic service is championed. Please also refer to the Job Description document within this advert for full details of the job and person specification. In summary, we're seeking someone with the relevant qualifications and experience to join and support the nursing leadership team to provide high-quality patient care. Person Specification Education Essential Diploma or Degree in Nursing Practice Assessor/ Practice Supervisor training Mandatory Training compliance above 90% Desirable Nurse in Charge Competency Experience Essential 18 months of experience as a Band 5 Experience of taking charge of the ward Managing unwell patients Desirable Leadership training, competency or experience Skills Essential NG competency, You have knowledge & awareness of diversity and human rights and the competencies appropriate to your role to support their diverse needs and human rights. Desirable Able to competently assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care Evidence of continuous engagement and readiness to take charge Person Specification Education Essential Diploma or Degree in Nursing Practice Assessor/ Practice Supervisor training Mandatory Training compliance above 90% Desirable Nurse in Charge Competency Experience Essential 18 months of experience as a Band 5 Experience of taking charge of the ward Managing unwell patients Desirable Leadership training, competency or experience Skills Essential NG competency, You have knowledge & awareness of diversity and human rights and the competencies appropriate to your role to support their diverse needs and human rights. Desirable Able to competently assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care Evidence of continuous engagement and readiness to take charge 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 Ashford & St. Peter's Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address Ashford Hospital London Road Ashford TW15 3AA Employer's website https://www.ashfordstpeters.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)