Job summary We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Deputy Ward Sister to join our team. In this crucial role, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the ward in the absence of the Ward Sister/Charge Nurse. co-ordinating the busy assessment unit and working in our exciting new unit surgical SDEC. Your leadership will ensure that appropriate skill mix and staffing levels are achieved through the effective and efficient utilisation of the ward team, maintaining a high standard of care throughout each shift. Main duties of the job Please see attached job description and person specification for the main duties and additional information. About us Thank you for your interest in this role. Sherwood is nationally recognised as being an excellent place to work and deliver care. We are rightly proud of the 5,500 colleagues who work here, and we are the Health Service Journal's Trust of the Year in 2020. The Care Quality Commission rated King's Mill Hospital Outstanding and Newark, and Mansfield Community Hospitals Good. Overall, we are rated Outstanding for care. For the last three years, we have been ranked as the best NHS Trust to work for in the Midlands and in 2020 we were the third best Acute/Community NHS Trust in England. Happy colleagues deliver better care. Our teams work in a supportive, inclusive environment, which nurtures wellbeing and has opportunities for development and progression. We do not just care for our patients; we also care for you. Our culture of learning, compassion and taking a person-centred approach are at the roots of our organisation. We would love you to join us. Date posted 31 October 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum Contract Secondment Working pattern Full-time Reference number 214-SRG-6737107 Job locations Kings Mill Hospital Mansfield Road Sutton in Ashfield NG17 4JL Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached job description and person specification for the main duties and additional information. Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached job description and person specification for the main duties and additional information. Person Specification Knowledge Requirements Essential Must be able to demonstrate attitudes and behaviours consistent with the Trust expectations Flexible and adaptable Caring. Enthusiastic and well motivated. Confidence. Demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills. Demonstrable basic IT skills. Demonstrate an ability to assess, plan, deliver, prioritise and evaluate patient care Able to respond to problem situations and to ensure that effective interventions are put in place. Demonstrate an ability to prioritise own workload and recognise, prioritise and respond appropriately to urgent and emergency situations. Able to contribute to the development of implementation and monitoring of local objectives and action plans. Dexterity and accuracy in undertaking clinical skills, use of equipment and documentation. Competent and capable of using medical equipment. Able to undertake patient / non patient handling manoeuvres. Desirable Audit or research within the clinical area. Providing staff with feedback on their individual performance and use of the knowledge and skills framework. Demonstrate an ability to supervise and support others. Demonstrate effective resource management. Demonstrate knowledge of current issues related to NHS policies Evidence of negotiation and influencing skills. Demonstrate evidence of providing formal teaching sessions. Demonstration of team working and ability to work within a team. Qualifications/Academic/Craft/Professional Essential First Level Registered Nurse, with NMC registration Suitable teaching qualification / Mentoring Course Desirable Diploma or degree in health / nursing related studies. Continuing professional development / reflective profile Completion of all local competency packages or has undertaken Working in New Ways Packages relevant to role and specialty Formal leadership and management training. Further Training Essential Mandatory training and updates Relevant post basic study e.g. specialist pathway Evidence of moving and handling training Desirable Attendance at conferences / study days QI / Sherwood6 Change Management Training Experience Essential Significant post registration experience, including some experience within specialty Significant experience at band 5 Supervision of non registered staff, pre registration and post basic students Evidence of ability to mentor Ability to manage the clinical area or ward efficiently and effectively Demonstrate an understanding of the deputy sister / charge nurse role Desirable Research training / experience. Recent or current experience within the specialty. Demonstrate an involvement in link nurse, or project work Evidence of formal teaching experience Experience of leading a team Demonstrate leadership skills and ability to effectively lead a team, prioritise workload of self and others, and effective time management skills Successful implementation and management of a nursing change process Understanding of the role of advocacy Contractual Requirements Essential Enhanced DBS clearance NMC registration and revalidation Person Specification Knowledge Requirements Essential Must be able to demonstrate attitudes and behaviours consistent with the Trust expectations Flexible and adaptable Caring. Enthusiastic and well motivated. Confidence. Demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills. Demonstrable basic IT skills. Demonstrate an ability to assess, plan, deliver, prioritise and evaluate patient care Able to respond to problem situations and to ensure that effective interventions are put in place. Demonstrate an ability to prioritise own workload and recognise, prioritise and respond appropriately to urgent and emergency situations. Able to contribute to the development of implementation and monitoring of local objectives and action plans. Dexterity and accuracy in undertaking clinical skills, use of equipment and documentation. Competent and capable of using medical equipment. Able to undertake patient / non patient handling manoeuvres. Desirable Audit or research within the clinical area. Providing staff with feedback on their individual performance and use of the knowledge and skills framework. Demonstrate an ability to supervise and support others. Demonstrate effective resource management. Demonstrate knowledge of current issues related to NHS policies Evidence of negotiation and influencing skills. Demonstrate evidence of providing formal teaching sessions. Demonstration of team working and ability to work within a team. Qualifications/Academic/Craft/Professional Essential First Level Registered Nurse, with NMC registration Suitable teaching qualification / Mentoring Course Desirable Diploma or degree in health / nursing related studies. Continuing professional development / reflective profile Completion of all local competency packages or has undertaken Working in New Ways Packages relevant to role and specialty Formal leadership and management training. Further Training Essential Mandatory training and updates Relevant post basic study e.g. specialist pathway Evidence of moving and handling training Desirable Attendance at conferences / study days QI / Sherwood6 Change Management Training Experience Essential Significant post registration experience, including some experience within specialty Significant experience at band 5 Supervision of non registered staff, pre registration and post basic students Evidence of ability to mentor Ability to manage the clinical area or ward efficiently and effectively Demonstrate an understanding of the deputy sister / charge nurse role Desirable Research training / experience. Recent or current experience within the specialty. Demonstrate an involvement in link nurse, or project work Evidence of formal teaching experience Experience of leading a team Demonstrate leadership skills and ability to effectively lead a team, prioritise workload of self and others, and effective time management skills Successful implementation and management of a nursing change process Understanding of the role of advocacy Contractual Requirements Essential Enhanced DBS clearance NMC registration and revalidation 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 Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address Kings Mill Hospital Mansfield Road Sutton in Ashfield NG17 4JL Employer's website https://www.sfh-tr.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)