Employer heading
Band 6
Job overview
Responsible for the assessment of clients both adult and paediatric entering the Emergency Department, prioritisation of treatment, delivery of care and evaluation. The post holder is expected to carry out all relevant forms of care without direct supervision and required to demonstrate procedures and to supervise qualified and/or unqualified staff. As a Junior Sister / Charge Nurse the post holder will be overall in-charge of the department on a shift basis.
Main duties of the job
To work in all areas of the department as required, in line with need and own scope of competence. To demonstrate specialist emergency care expertise underpinned by theory and incorporate evidence-based practice. To maintain accountability and demonstrate skills in undertaking assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of children and adolescents presenting with emergency care needs without supervision. To take responsibility of the accurate assimilation, interpretation and reporting of clinical data in relation to emergency care patients and take appropriate action. To review and modify planned interventions in response to the needs of emergency care patients acting independently where appropriate and seeking advice where required. To order appropriate diagnostic investigations, such as x-rays and laboratory tests, to assist in managing episodes of care. To prioritise own work and that of others to ensure the department is managed effectively.
Working for our organisation
We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with five hospitals 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.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please scroll down to access the full Job Description and Person Specification located in ‘Documents to download’.
Person specification
Experience
Essential criteria
1. Band 6 1 year
Desirable criteria
1. Band 6 2 years
Emergency department
Essential criteria
1. 2 years in Emergency Department
Desirable criteria
Experience in a leadership role.
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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