The Surgical Receiving Unit (SRU) is a new unit within Torbay Hospital that takes patients directly referred from GPs, patients from the Emergency Department, and patients from clinic.
We take a lot of specialities including Urology, Orthopaedics, and ENT. It is a fast-paced environment where every member of the MDT supports each other and are valued.
As a Sister/Charge Nurse, you will provide day-to-day leadership to the nursing team, facilitating the efficient working of the multidisciplinary team to assess care needs, develop, implement, and evaluate programmes of care.
In this role, you will be coordinating the running of the Surgical Receiving Unit to ensure a good patient journey and support of staff on the shift.
Main duties of the job
* The main duties of the Sister/Charge Nurse are to co-ordinate the shift whilst maintaining a calm and professional attitude.
* You will help in the day-to-day running of the unit, whilst supporting the team around you to deliver a high standard of care.
About us
Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust encourages a multi-cultural workforce, with a focus on staff well-being.
You will be working in a dynamic community team that covers the beautiful area of Torbay.
Our people are caring, committed, inclusive, and focused on quality. We focus on solutions and people's strengths. We encourage outside-the-box thinking and embrace innovation and change wherever it can drive improvement.
Job responsibilities
Full Vacancy details can be found on the attached Job Description/Person Specification. Please refer to your suitability to the post in your supporting information from the role requirements or person specification.
Person Specification
Essential
* 2 years of experience in Emergency department/Assessment Unit and/or surgical experience.
* Knowledge of clinical governance.
* Excellent communication & interpersonal skills.
* Conflict management.
* Ability to prioritise care.
Desirable
* To be an effective leader and role model.
* Mentorship.
* To be able to work under pressure and make safe clinical decisions.
* Negotiation skills.
* Leadership experience or training.
Employer details
Employer name
Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Torbay and South Devon Foundation Trust
Lowes Bridge
Torquay
TQ27AA
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