THEATRES, CRITICAL CARE, ANAESTHETICS & PAIN DIRECTORATE
BAND 7 CLINICAL LEAD NURSE - CRITICAL CARE
PERMANENT 37.5 hours
We are looking for a highly motivated Critical Care practitioner with vision and an aptitude for change to join our existing senior team.
The successful post holder should have sufficient Critical Care experience in an adult Critical Care setting and be in receipt of a recognised post graduate academic award in Critical Care.
A proactive approach to change and evidence of service improvement will be an advantage.
This is a fantastic career opportunity for the right individuals who want to be at the forefront of service development that will directly impact patient care and Critical Care service provision at the Dudley Group.
Main duties of the job
We are looking to strengthen our Lead Nurse team in Critical Care by appointing senior nurses with Critical Care experience to effectively lead and co-ordinate Critical Care over the 24 hour period, 7 days a week.
You will effectively manage the Critical Care unit at the Dudley Group, providing clinical expertise and leadership, whilst ensuring safe staffing, clinical co-ordination of patient pathways, patient safety and staff development.
Critical Care at the Dudley Group comprises of the equivalent of 15 level 3 beds.
About us
At the Dudley Group our patients and staff are at the heart of all that we do and that is to provide a world-class service that aligns with our vision of excellent health care, improved health for all. We are seeking to recruit staff who share our vision and values of making Dudley Group an incredible workplace.
As part of the NHS People Promise, your wellbeing is our priority, and we are committed to ensuring our employees achieve a healthy work-life balance supported by our flexible working options and by making reasonable adjustments where possible. We believe no one should have to sacrifice family, friends, or their personal interests for work. We are a modern employer able to attract and retain high-quality staff through our commitment to the NHS People Promise.
As an employer, we foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to contribute their best. We want to ensure that our workforce is representative of the population we serve.
Dudley Group offers many opportunities for our staff to develop and grow within their roles through our Learning & OD Team. These include topics such as communication, wellbeing, team development, cultural competency, and values.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description for full details of the main duties and responsibilities that the post holder is required to undertake.
Person Specification
Qualifications & Education
Essential
* First level registration
* Post Graduate Academic Award in Critical Care
* Evidence of Leadership/Management
* Recognised course in teaching & assessing
Desirable
* Evidence of working towards or completion of CCN4 competencies
Experience
Essential
* Extensive experience of working in Critical Care
* Proactive in change management with evidence of service development
Knowledge & Training
Essential
* Clinical credibility
* Leadership skills
* Delivering education
* Evidence of developing self and others
Communication & Relationship Skills
Essential
* Interpersonal skills
* Communication with MDT
* Collaborative working
Analytical & Judgement Skills
Essential
* Ability to work flexibly under pressure
* Attention to detail
* Evidence Based Practice
* Risk & resource management
Planning & Organisational Skills
Essential
* Care for any critically ill patient without supervision
* Ability to plan & organise workload
* Supervise & assess others
* Maintain accurate data, records, information & reporting
Physical Skills
Essential
* Ability to undertake role with minor adjustments
* Ability to work 24/7
Employer details
Employer name
The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Russell's Hall Hospital
Pensnett Road
Dudley
DY1 2HQ
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