Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trusts
The Stroke Unit is expanding its services and is looking to recruit talented, motivated, and innovative individuals to assist the Ward Sister in delivering high-quality care in this dedicated, patient-focused, fast-paced unit. We are increasing our band 6 team and looking for nurses to lead and support junior members of the team, ensuring a safe environment is maintained.
We offer level 1 care in 16 hyper-acute (HASU) beds before transferring care to our co-located 34 acute beds. Patients of all ages are admitted from across the region and are treated with up-to-date evidence-based care, with opportunities to participate in nationally recognized research trials. The HASU cares for patients requiring closer monitoring and higher nursing needs. There is much to learn on this Level One unit; no day is ever the same, and there are always learning opportunities.
The role includes coordinating the shift and ensuring that the flow of patients through the unit from admission to discharge is completed in a timely and safe manner. Communication with the MDT is vital, including discussions with the MDT. You need to demonstrate clear leadership qualities and show evidence of involvement and leading in the implementation of new ways of working. The successful candidate will be encouraged to continually develop themselves and other team members to progress patient outcomes and experiences.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will act as Deputy to the Ward Sister and will be required to:
1. Act as the deputy to the ward sister, regularly taking charge of the ward and ensuring that the standards and quality of care given to patients, together with the environment in which care is delivered, are maintained at a high standard.
2. Be an effective leader and role model, providing regular direct clinical care and using experience to support the implementation of both clinical and non-clinical governance.
3. Work flexibly as a member of the ward team and in support of the Ward Sister to ensure standards are being maintained, evaluated, and where necessary improved.
4. Be registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council.
About us
QMC Stroke Unit provides acute care and rehabilitation for stroke patients. We are a friendly, professional, and supportive team who work at the heart of the stroke service.
Job responsibilities
1. Supervision of non-registered staff, pre-registration, and post-basic students.
2. Evidence of ability to mentor.
3. Ability to manage the clinical area or ward efficiently and effectively.
4. Ability to convey sensitive information in an empathetic manner to patients, relatives/carers, and staff.
Person Specification
Experience
* Experience at band 5 for a minimum of 3 years.
* Formal leadership and management training.
* Recent or current experience within the specialty.
Education
* Current level one NMC registration.
* Diploma or degree in health/nursing-related studies and continuing professional development/reflective profile.
Evidence of change management/leadership
* Evidence of experience of change management.
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.
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