An exciting opportunity has arisen for a full time Staff nurse to work on our Children's Ward at Ormskirk Hospital.
The Children's Ward comprises of a 17 bedded inpatient ward with one High Dependency bed and 4 day case beds, all supported by our busy 6 bed Paediatric Assessment and Observation Unit. We also have a dedicated Paediatric ED department, Outpatient clinics and a Children’s Community Outreach Team.
On site is also a 10 cot Level 2 Neonatal Unit.
We are looking for an enthusiastic Children’s nurse or Learning Disabilities nurse with an interest in Paediatric nursing, who is an excellent role model, self-motivated and committed to the delivery of high standards of quality care. Experience is preferred but not essential.
If you are a Children’s or LD nurse, committed to providing high quality care and would like to develop your clinical skills, this position could be for you.
The post is shift work, rotational to night duty and the ability to work as part of a team is essential.
The posts will have a rotational element to them to allow you to develop a wide range of skills across more than one area which will be discussed further at interview. Further information available on request.
Interview date: TBC
Key Responsibilities:
1. Provide and receive complex information, communicating sensitively and confidentially information relating to patients/clients (for example, care plan discussions with patients).
2. Communicate in a compassionate and empathetic manner, using persuasion and reassurance.
3. Recognise barriers to communication, and modify communication style as required.
4. Demonstrate effective communication skills with the wider MDT team.
5. Maintain safe custody of drugs, ensuring that checking, witnessing and administration procedures are compatible with statutory and trust requirements.
6. In the absence of Sister/Charge Nurse, effectively respond to complaints/concerns and escalate as required.
7. Ensure clinical incidents/near misses are managed and reported in a timely manner.
8. Be part of the multidisciplinary team decision making, acting as the patients advocate to support the patient’s pathway.
9. Undertake risk assessments and implement risk reducing measures, reporting any deficiencies to the Line Manager.
10. Ensure the privacy, dignity and safety of individuals is maintained at all times.
11. Actively participate in the effective and efficient use of ward resources and equipment, including stock management.
Teaching & Training Responsibilities:
1. Deputise in the absence of the Sister / Charge Nurse.
2. Manage own time and that of others to ensure high quality service delivery.
3. Act as assessor/supervisor for junior staff and students.
4. Participate in the setting of yearly personal and professional objectives.
5. Support the department’s appraisal process for junior staff.
6. Be flexible in the delivery of safe staffing across the Trust.
Research & Audit:
1. Contribute to the collection of data for research and audit purposes.
2. Identify audit topics relevant to the ward/department.
3. Critically evaluate research before applying it to clinical practice to enhance patient care.
4. Maintain a professional portfolio and reflective diary for developmental purposes and revalidation.
General Duties:
1. Observe and adhere to all Trust policies and procedures.
2. Participate in the annual performance review to identify personal development needs.
3. Attend Trust Statutory and Mandatory training sessions as required.
4. Comply with the relevant sections of the Health and Safety at Work Act.
5. Maintain confidentiality of information in accordance with GDPR and Caldicott principles.
The post holder must be flexible in the duties performed and it is expected that similar duties, not specifically listed above, will be carried out as required and may be cross site.
Please be aware that we may close a vacancy earlier than stated, should a sufficient number of applications be received; you are therefore advised to apply at your earliest convenience.
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