To provide prompt and efficient treatment of the acutely ill or traumatised patient (both adult & child) and support their relatives.
To meet the needs of children and adults in respect of minor illness / injury and the provision of health care advice.
To develop skills of leadership and act as a role model for other staff members.
Contribute to the management of risk, both clinical and financial.
Ensure effective use of resources and the cost implications on practice.
Contribute toward the continuing development of professional nursing practice in the Emergency Department.
Main duties of the job
Responsible for co-ordinating and delivering effective, quality nursing care to children and adults under supervision, utilising a patient-centred model of practice and ensuring area of work runs smoothly and efficiently.
To provide clinical expertise and work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Supervision and direction of junior nursing staff, healthcare assistants and students.
Job responsibilities
Responsible for co-ordinating and delivering effective, quality nursing care to children and adults under supervision, utilising a patient-centred model of practice and ensuring area of work runs smoothly and efficiently.
To provide clinical expertise and work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Supervision and direction of junior nursing staff, healthcare assistants and students.
To provide prompt and efficient treatment of the acutely ill or traumatised patient (both adult & child) and support their relatives.
To meet the needs of children and adults in respect of minor illness / injury and the provision of health care advice.
To develop skills of leadership and act as a role model for other staff members.
Contribute to the management of risk, both clinical and financial.
Ensure effective use of resources and the cost implications on practice.
Contribute toward the continuing development of professional nursing practice in the Emergency Department.
Person Specification
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
* Proven evidence of recent Continuing Professional development
Desirable
* Demonstrable Venepuncture / Cannulation skills
* Intravenous therapy skills
* ECG
Qualifications
Essential
* Proven NMC Registered Nurse
* Proven RSCN / Part 15
* Proven Diploma qualification in a healthcare related subject / or equivalent demonstrable experience
* Proven Mentors Course or prepared to attend
Desirable
* Proven Relevant Degree
* Computer literate (ECDL)
* Relevant post basic leadership course
Aptitude & Abilities
Essential
* Good communication skills, written and verbal, with ability to demonstrate fluency, clarity and effectiveness at all levels
* Numerate
* Effective influencing skills: in general and with senior health care professionals
* Teaching and mentoring skills
* Ability to prioritise workload, instruct and direct others
* Organisational skills and able to work as a team leader
* Advocacy skills
Desirable
* Demonstrate potential management abilities
* Ability to facilitate change within the work area
* Ability to work as team leader
Disposition / Attitude / Motivation
Essential
* Works in a calm and organised manner and develops a team approach
* Ability to manage exposure to sometimes violent, distressing and unpleasant situations
Other Factors
Essential
* Internal rotation
* Post holder will be expected to work with both children and adults in the paediatric area, resus, majors and minors as dictated by the workload
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust
Address
UHP Derriford - Paeds ED
Plymouth
PL6 8DH
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