AAU is an extremely busy 19 bedded ward that accepts patients for medical assessment from G.Ps and A& E. We are looking for a Sister/Charge with Acute Care experience to complete our team, who will have excellent communication skills, keen to learn and has the ability to develop and support students and staff with clinical expertise.
The successful applicant will be expected to function effectively under pressure without compromising basic standards of care and professionalism. In return we will be offered excellent managerial support, collaborative working with interconnecting departments and commitment to your personal professional development.
We pride ourselves on having a friendly and welcoming team - both Nursing and Medical - where you never feel alone and you get the support that you need. We also work very closely with our colleagues from Adult Social Care and Allied Health Professionals - Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists and with our Mental Health Team.
If you are looking to achieve something new every day - learning clinical skills, learning new life skills, meeting new people or having a positive impact on patient experience - this is the opportunity for you. No day will ever feel the same!
Main duties of the job
To support the ward Matron in maintaining efficient, effective, safe delivery of patient care, within a busy, fast-paced environment that promotes responsible leadership, employee wellbeing and upholds our Trust values.
We offer:
1. Revalidation Support/Regular Appraisals
2. Leadership/Managerial experiences
3. Educational support - courses to enhance both clinical and leadership skills
4. Career Progression
You will need at least two years experience in an acute setting at Band 5, with a Mentorship or Practice Assessor/Practice Supervisor (PA/PS) or the equivalent qualification. Opportunities for further educational development will be available.
About us
We are proud to provide 'Outstanding' care and be a great place to work. We provide safe, compassionate and high quality care to half a million people living or visiting East Sussex. We are one of the largest organisations in East Sussex, the only integrated provider of acute and community care in Sussex. Our extensive services are provided by over 7,000 employees, working in diverse settings, from our acute hospitals in Hastings and Eastbourne, three community hospitals in Bexhill, Rye and Uckfield, over 100 community sites and in people's own homes.
In 2020 the Care Quality Commission rated us as 'Good' overall, and 'Outstanding' for being caring and effective. The Conquest Hospital and our Community Services are rated 'Outstanding'. Eastbourne DGH rated 'Good'.
In 2020, the Trust launched its ambitious 'Building for our Future' programme. This once in a lifetime programme aims to repair, redevelop and expand our hospitals, transforming the environment in which we provide care for generations to come.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the job description attached.
If you have any questions about this position please do not hesitate to contact us.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
* Substantial post registration experience at band 5
* Experience of working autonomously and managing a caseload
Desirable
* Experience of teaching and presentation skills
* Computer and keyboard skills
Skills
Essential
* Demonstrate the potential for leadership
* Demonstrate enhanced skills within relevant speciality
* Demonstrate understanding of professional requirements in line with revalidation.
Desirable
* Previous experience of working within the NHS
* Demonstrate evidence for developing innovative practice
* Is proactive and an effective change agent
Qualifications
Essential
* Qualified RGN/RN/RSCN with active NMC Registration
* Educated to degree level supplemented by diploma level specialist training or relevant equivalent training and experience
* Evidence of continued professional development
Desirable
* Diploma Professional practice or working towards this Qualification
* NVQ Assessor Award (D32/33/AI)
Employer details
Employer name
East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust
Address
Conquest Hospital
The Ridge
St Leonards on Sea
TN37 7RD
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