Job summary The Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother Hospital, Margate, offer an exciting and supportive environment for ambitious professionals who want to work at the top of their game We are looking for an experienced nurse to join our dynamic team as a Band 6 Sister. In this role, you will lead and deliver high-quality care to patients, guiding and mentoring junior staff to ensure excellent patient outcomes. You will manage the day-to-day operations of the department, ensuring efficient patient flow and resource management, while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Main duties of the job o To work in all areas of the department as required, in line with need and own scope of competenceo To demonstrate specialist patient care expertise underpinned by theory and incorporating evidence-based practiceo To maintain accountability and demonstrate skills in undertaking assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patients without supervisiono To take responsibility of the accurate assimilation, interpretation and reporting of clinical data in relation to patients and take appropriate actiono To review and modify planned interventions in response to the needs of patient care and acting independently where appropriate and seeking advice where requiredo To order appropriate diagnostic investigations, such as x-rays and laboratory tests, to assist in managing episodes of careo To prioritise own work and that of others to ensure the department is managed effectivelyo To ensure the provision and correct utilisation of specialist equipment for use in patient careo To promote standards of care, and in conjunction with senior colleagues develop these, incorporating current professional recommendations and evidence-based pathwayso To promote a multidisciplinary approach to care, recognising, utilising and valuing the expertise of other disciplineso To act as a positive role model and resource for health professionalso To provide leadership for the nursing team to ensure a high standard of patient care, providing support and supervision as required About us We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with fivehospitals and community clinics serving a local population of around 800,000 people. Our vision is 'great healthcare from great people'. Everything we do is guided by our values: 'People feel cared for, safe, respected and confident that we are making a difference'. We have a new way of working at East Kent Hospitals, called 'We care'. It's about empowering frontline staff to lead improvements day-to-day. We're looking for compassionate people to be part of our improvement journey for the patients, families and carers we care for every day. Applications for this role should be written by the applicant. If artificial intelligence (AI) programmes are used then the application may be rejected due to this document being an important part of the assessment process. This does not prevent applicants seeking appropriate support with applications should they need to for the purposes of any declared disability. Please note that if you require a Certificate of Sponsorship to work in the UK you must declare this on your application form, even if you currently have a certificate of sponsorship or a work permit for another role and are already working in the country. Please note we are only able to sponsor candidates on a Skilled Worker Visa applying for roles Band 5 and above. Date posted 15 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Flexible working Reference number 344-0964QEH Job locations QEQM St Peters Road Margate CT9 4AN Job description Job responsibilities Please scroll down to access the full Job Description and Person Specification located in Documents to download. If you have further queries please dont hesitate to contact the line manager using the contact details below. Job description Job responsibilities Please scroll down to access the full Job Description and Person Specification located in Documents to download. If you have further queries please dont hesitate to contact the line manager using the contact details below. Person Specification Clinical skills and experience Essential Ability to work independently and as part of a team Leadership skills and excellent oral and written communication skills Ability to effectively prioritise and organise own workload and workload of others Effective use of research and implementation of evidence-based practice Ability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care Desirable Experience of delivering presentations Qualifications and training Essential Minimum of 3 years post- registration experience Registered Nurse Intravenous accreditation Prep for Mentorship course or equivalent Degree (BSc) or equivalent in a health-related subject, or working towards Desirable Experience of contributing to research and audit programmes Governance Essential Understanding of clinical governance and risk assessment Clear understanding of safeguarding procedures Other requirements Essential Upholds and models the Trust values Person Specification Clinical skills and experience Essential Ability to work independently and as part of a team Leadership skills and excellent oral and written communication skills Ability to effectively prioritise and organise own workload and workload of others Effective use of research and implementation of evidence-based practice Ability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care Desirable Experience of delivering presentations Qualifications and training Essential Minimum of 3 years post- registration experience Registered Nurse Intravenous accreditation Prep for Mentorship course or equivalent Degree (BSc) or equivalent in a health-related subject, or working towards Desirable Experience of contributing to research and audit programmes Governance Essential Understanding of clinical governance and risk assessment Clear understanding of safeguarding procedures Other requirements Essential Upholds and models the Trust values 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 East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust Address QEQM St Peters Road Margate CT9 4AN Employer's website https://www.ekhuft.nhs.uk/patients-and-visitors/ (Opens in a new tab)