We are looking for a dynamic and motivated Band 6 Deputy Sister / Charge Nurse to join our team on Coombes ward.
Coombes ward is a 27 bedded ward caring for male and female patients with trauma and orthopaedic needs.
Main duties of the job
This is an ideal opportunity for a band 5 nurse to advance their management skills, leadership skills and support the ward manager. This will be achieved through a range of educational and development sessions, the ward manager and colleagues.
You will need to have a positive attitude towards team building and ability to maintain excellent standards of care whilst ensuring that our patients are top priority.
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
About us
At UHSussex we're proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK's largest acute Trusts, we're a leading example of the excellence, the ambition and the values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.
Our hard-working, talented and dedicated people work together towards a common goal - to always put our Patient First. In fact our mission is summed up by our 'where better never stops' motto and you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work-life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Is responsible for the assessment, planning and implementation of care and assists in the interpretation of data relevant to the patients condition and progress with regards to their discharge.
Assists in the identification of patient problems and needs with the patient, their carers, senior nursing staff and other staff as appropriate.
Identifies the priorities of care for patients.
Identifies realistic goals for patients in care plans.
Organises time for staff development and teaching around orthopaedic nursing skills.
Assist the ward manager in liaising with speciality lead clinicians and consultants regarding effective use of the wards resources.
Administers drugs and treatments as prescribed according to the NMC guidelines and the Trust's Guidelines for the Safe and Secure Handling of Medicines.
Changes care plans and goals according to evaluation and discussion with the multidisciplinary team.
Demonstrates an understanding and skill in the care and management of the critically ill patient.
Works closely with all members of the care team to ensure the needs of the critically ill patient are met.
Maintains accurate documentation to facilitate the continuity of care for patients transferred to other areas.
Ensures that discharge review documentation is completed and reimbursement material is communicated to relevant body in timely fashion.
Liaise with nursing and clerical staff to enable efficient administration of ward work.
Liaise with Hospital discharge team in ensuring reductions in patient length of stay are achieved.
Act as patient/carer advocate at all times.
Is able to reflect on care implemented on the ward and ensure it accurately reflects the standards of care expected.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* Registered Nurse
* Practice Supervisor or Mentorship qualification
Desirable
* Practice assessor course or sign off mentorship course
Skills
Essential
* Shift leading experience
* Venepuncture and Cannulation
Desirable
* Competent with PCAs and Epidurals
Experience
Essential
* Post graduate nursing experience
Desirable
* Orthopedic nursing experience
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Essential
* Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
* Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues.
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)
Address
Worthing General Hospital
Lyndhurst Road
Worthing
BN11 2DH
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