Employer: University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust
Employer type: NHS
Site: UHP Derriford
Town: Plymouth
Salary: £37,338 - £44,962 Per Annum Pro Rata
Salary period: Yearly
Closing: 31/12/2024 23:59
JUNIOR SISTER - Paediatrics
NHS AfC: Band 6
Job overview
To be responsible for organising and leading teams of nursing staff within a clinical setting. To be recognised as a clinical expert within the post holder’s particular care environment, and providing clinical advice. To be responsible for meeting the NMC requirements in line with the Code of Professional Conduct for their scope of responsibility. To lead by example, demonstrating effective role modelling to all members of the nursing team. To act as deputy to the nominated ward manager on all aspects of management.
Main duties of the job
1. To provide clinical expertise and work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
2. Supervision and direction of a maximum of 4 junior nursing staff, 2 healthcare assistants and 3 learners on any given shift.
3. Responsible for co-ordinating and delivering effective quality nursing care following a patient centred model of practice and ensuring area of work runs smoothly and efficiently.
4. Responsible for ensuring resources are used effectively within the clinical environment.
Working for our organisation
We are a people business – where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
PRIMARY DUTIES & AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY
1. Perform comprehensive assessment of patients' nursing needs. Plan, implement and evaluate care delivery according to patient’s health care needs. To demonstrate high standards of clinical practice.
2. Have a good working knowledge of child protection issues/processes and take responsibility for the ongoing care of children in need.
3. Using critical care skills and knowledge, act as a resource to the wards regarding the care of critically ill children, providing advice and support.
4. Maintain a safe working environment, ensuring high standards and safe practice are maintained by:
1. Teaching staff to understand and accept their responsibilities e.g. environmental cleanliness, maintenance and use of all equipment within clinical setting.
2. Assisting ward manager in the monitoring of incidents, accidents and complaints and participating in corrective action and the monitoring of outcomes.
3. Adhering to the guidelines of the Health & Safety at Work Act.
4. Utilisation of Trust Risk Assessment documentation, to ensure that Health & Safety and Clinical risk are reduced in the ward area.
5. Management of the area in the absence of a ward manager, including the deployment and supervision of staff.
6. To ensure that Trust, Divisional and Directorate Policies and Procedures are carried out correctly.
7. Establish and maintain effective communication channels within and outside the department.
8. To be responsible for the continuing assessment of performance and the identification of development needs of team members.
Person specification
KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE
* Demonstrable experience in a similar role or above.
* Demonstrable ED experience.
* Understanding and knowledge of the PEWS/the care of the critically ill child.
* Ability to support the emergency team through resuscitation/trauma.
* IV Drug administration competent.
* Understanding of the Emergency targets.
* Ability to support departmental implementation to ensure compliance with Emergency Care government targets.
* Mentor/supervise junior nursing staff, undertake their appraisals and support PDP’s.
* Previous demonstrable experience within an Emergency dept/MIU.
QUALIFICATIONS
* Registered Nurse.
* RSCN/RN child Branch or equivalent.
* Mentorship Course.
* Leadership qualification or the willingness to undertake.
* Diploma in Nursing or Health Related Studies or equivalent.
* Child protection level 3 training.
APTITUDE & ABILITIES
* Good organisational skills.
* Ability to analyse and evaluate information.
* Ability to work collaboratively.
DISPOSITION / ATTITUDE / MOTIVATION
* Willingness to undertake further training and development.
* Ability to role model and lead by example.
OTHER FACTORS
* Research work is carried out on the unit and staff are encouraged to participate.
Please note that all communication will be electronic, please check your email account regularly including your junk folder. We welcome and encourage applicants who identify with all protected characteristics to apply for our roles. We believe that diversity strengthens our teams and improves our patients' experience.
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