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You must be a first level registered nurse with a current NMC registration.
Candidates should have at least 2 years post registration experience within surgery. You must be able to demonstrate leadership skills.
Once appointed the candidate will be expected to deputise for the Band 7 in her absence and be versed in the role of the Band 7.
Main duties of the job
The Band 6 role includes coordinating the shift on a daily basis. Ensuring that the flow of patients through the ward from admission to discharge is completed in a timely and safe manner. They will also be responsible ensuring the staff are promoting high standards of care and challenge poor practice.
They will also be responsible for rota planning to ensure a safe nurse patient ratio per shift. Development of junior staff is a key part of the role. See person spec for remaining criteria. Candidates should hold current mentorship skills and be able to perform extended roles such as IV administration and preferably be epidural trained.
About us
With over 19,000 staff, we are one of the biggest employers in the city with a central role in supporting the health and wellbeing of our local population. We play a leading role in research, education and innovation.
Come and join our wonderful team at NUH. We are big believers in diversity and welcome new ideas to help develop our team in order to deliver world class healthcare to the vast patient populations we serve. With endless personal development opportunities available, at NUH we will endeavour to turn your job into a career!
We particularly welcome applications from people who identify as Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, or Disabled, as we are striving to be better represented at NUH.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the job description and person specification attached to the advert for the full details of the vacancy.
Person Specification
Training and qualifications
Essential
* Current level one NMC registration
Desirable
* Diploma or degree in health / nursing related Studies
Experience
Essential
* Recent or current experience within surgery
Communication and relationships
Essential
* Evidence of negotiation and influencing skills
Desirable
* Demonstrates ability to lead a team
Analytical and Judgement skill
Essential
* Demonstrate an ability to assess, plan, deliver, prioritise and evaluate patient care
Desirable
* Demonstrate a knowledge of current issues related to NUH
Planning and organisation skills
Essential
* Demonstrate an ability to prioritise own workload and recognise, prioritise and respond appropriately to urgent and emergency situations
Desirable
* Demonstrate leadership skills
Physical skills
Essential
* Physically able to perform the full range of nursing duties
Desirable
* Evidence of moving and handling training
Other requirements specific to role
Essential
* Flexible and adaptable
* Successful implementation and management of a nursing change process
Employer details
Employer name
Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trusts
Address
Winifred 2 - City Hospital
Hucknall Road
Nottingham
NG5 1PB
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