Job summary Our busy Ambulatory Care Unit is an innovative way of providing a safe, patient focused, flexible same day emergency service for appropriate patients. The service aims to prevent unnecessary hospital admission and provide a better patient's experience. Our Ambulatory Care Unit (AECU) offers easy access to early diagnostic tests, specialist staff, and review by a hospital consultant in one place.We are looking for an exceptional, committed, caring and compassionate Band 6 Sister/Charge Nurse to join our dedicated multi-disciplinary team. The successful applicant will be forward thinking, pro-active and motivated to assist in providing the highest standard of care to our patients whilst treating our patients with dignity, compassion and respect. You will need to demonstrate excellent communication skills and the ability to work within the AECU team. Main duties of the job Assess, investigate and treat patients within the Ambulatory Emergency Care Unit. Provide advice and support to other members of the team to ensure appropriate assessment, planning and implementation of clinical care. To carry out specialist clinical procedures within clinical competence To lead and monitor the performance & standards of care within the nursing team with Unit Managers, to facilitate the development of the service and personal development of all staff within the clinical area of nursing/clinical care. To deputise for the Ward Matrons in their absence, attending appropriate meetings, maintaining an organised and structured workforce. Receive & triage calls from GP Primary care and Emergency Department referrals making daily decisions with guidance from lead Consultant. Clinical care implementations such as drug administration both oral and intravenous medication, venepuncture and cannulation ,drain and suture removal and assisting pleural drain ascitic drain insertions and lumbar puncture, leg dressings and catheter insertions, ECG and vital signs recording with NEWS/MEOWS application, Ensure effective patient flow on the department. Communicate and liaise with MDT, specialities and facilitate appropriate referrals. Support Ward managers, Junior staff and students in maintaining high standard of service. Facilitate clinic activities for DVT, Pleural, Lumbar Puncture and Ascitic Drains. About us Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust is committed to being an inclusive and disability confident employer and has been awarded the Gold for the Armed Forces Employment Recognition Scheme. We provide first class development opportunities for all staff and have a wide range of professional, management and leadership, and clinical skills training available. Here at Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust, we know how important it is to have a healthy work life balance; this benefits not only individuals but the patients we care for too. We encourage applications from people who wish to work on a flexible basis, recognising that flexibility may mean a range of different working patterns and hours, we do our utmost to work with our staff to meet their needs and the needs of our service and its users. Frimley Health Trust benefits on Vimeo Date posted 07 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £39,205 to £47,084 a year Per annum incl HCAS Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number 151-KMU132 Job locations Wexham Park Hospital Wexham Street Slough SL2 4HL Job description Job responsibilities For a full list of responsibilities and tasks associated with this role, please refer to the job description/person specification attached to this vacancy. Job description Job responsibilities For a full list of responsibilities and tasks associated with this role, please refer to the job description/person specification attached to this vacancy. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Current first or second level NMC Registration. Completed Nursing degree or working towards Portfolio of evidence demonstrating continuous personal, professional and academic development at the level of advance nursing practice Mentorship/teaching course Desirable Leadership Course Advanced Life Support provider Experience Essential Significant experience of working in Emergency Care- e.g., Emergency Department/Acute Medicine or Surgical Assessment Evidence of up-to-date standards of clinical practice Able to demonstrate MDT working Experience of coordinating a ward/department and leading a team Desirable Experience of working in Ambulatory Emergency Care Experience of undertaking research and audit Skills & Knowledge Essential Clinical practice skills and knowledge relevant to role Leadership skills Excellent communication skills (written & verbal) Evidence of effective change management skills Awareness of current professional nursing issues Demonstrates understanding of principles of Clinical Governance (Risk Management & audit) Good IT skills with ability to present information appropriately Positive and proactive approach to problem solving Ability to work under pressure Desirable Teaching & assessing experience Experience of developing and implementing clinical guidelines and protocols Evidence of formal teaching to large groups Excellent use of IT skills with experience of delivering presentations to large groups Special Requirements Essential Flexible shifts To work in other areas of the department and Trust when required Person Specification Qualifications Essential Current first or second level NMC Registration. Completed Nursing degree or working towards Portfolio of evidence demonstrating continuous personal, professional and academic development at the level of advance nursing practice Mentorship/teaching course Desirable Leadership Course Advanced Life Support provider Experience Essential Significant experience of working in Emergency Care- e.g., Emergency Department/Acute Medicine or Surgical Assessment Evidence of up-to-date standards of clinical practice Able to demonstrate MDT working Experience of coordinating a ward/department and leading a team Desirable Experience of working in Ambulatory Emergency Care Experience of undertaking research and audit Skills & Knowledge Essential Clinical practice skills and knowledge relevant to role Leadership skills Excellent communication skills (written & verbal) Evidence of effective change management skills Awareness of current professional nursing issues Demonstrates understanding of principles of Clinical Governance (Risk Management & audit) Good IT skills with ability to present information appropriately Positive and proactive approach to problem solving Ability to work under pressure Desirable Teaching & assessing experience Experience of developing and implementing clinical guidelines and protocols Evidence of formal teaching to large groups Excellent use of IT skills with experience of delivering presentations to large groups Special Requirements Essential Flexible shifts To work in other areas of the department and Trust when required 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. 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. 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 Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust Address Wexham Park Hospital Wexham Street Slough SL2 4HL Employer's website https://www.fhft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)