Job summary
This is an exciting opportunity to work on Ward F19. We are a 28 bedded ward caring for Trauma & Orthopaedics patients.
We have a caring and supportive team, dedicated to the continuing delivery of safe and effective care which is supported by our exceptional patient feedback. We are looking for an individual who is enthusiastic and highly motivated to join our ward leadership team.
Main duties of the job
The role of the Deputy Sister/Charge Nurse on F19 is to support the team.
You will co-ordinate the ward, ensuring that patients are receiving safe and effective care utilising continuous communication with doctors, relatives and patients.
As a leader, the deputy is expected to support the nursing team throughout the shift and manage any issues or concerns as they arise.
You will work with the supportive ward leadership team to drive forward positive change on the ward. You will have dedicated management days to complete audits, appraisals, create action plans, and investigate incidences and to develop your leadership skills.
About us
With over 19,000 staff, we are one of the biggest employers in the city with a central role in supporting the health and wellbeing of our local population. We play a leading role in research, education and innovation.
Come and join our wonderful team at NUH. We are big believers in diversity and welcome new ideas to help develop our team in order to deliver world class healthcare to the vast patient populations we serve. With endless personal development opportunities available, at NUH we will endeavour to turn your job into a career!
We particularly welcome applications from people who identify as Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, or Disabled, as we are striving to be better represented at NUH.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the job description and person specification attached to the advert for the full details of the vacancy.
Person Specification
person specification
Essential
1. current NMC registration
2. experience working in trauma and orthopaedics
3. effective communication skills
4. holds a degree in Adult Nursing
Desirable
5. mentorship or equivalent
6. previous experience working at a management level
communication and relationship skills
Essential
7. able to demonstrate effective communication both wriiten and verbal
8. recognises strengths and limitations
Desirable
9. able to prioritise workload
10. able to show knowledge to current issues related to NHS polices