Job summary There has never been a better time to join the female surgical team on Ward 14 at our Queens Hospital Burton site We are looking for an experienced Nurse with specialist knowledge and skills in the care of patients with general surgery, colorectal, urology and breast conditions, exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, and staff who are passionate about high quality and innovative care. You will support the Management Team in the day-to-day management of the ward whilst supporting junior members of staff in the clinical setting. Demonstrable post registration experience is essential to be considered. Ward 14 is a 20-bed acute Surgical Ward. Specialising in diagnosis, treatment and continuing care of adults of all ages with a wide range of general surgery, colorectal, urology & breast conditions. Main duties of the job The successful candidate will work across the ward and coordinate patient care and take charge, supporting the Senior Sister. The successful candidate will have good leadership skills and support change. We can offer training and development both clinically and through leadership. You will need to have excellent clinical skills; knowledge and communication skills with exemplary high standards of care. You will be a role model for the team and will motivate and inspire others to be the very best they can be. Ensuring all staff are supported to provide high standards of quality care Completing clinical audits and using them to shape/influence improvement projects Complete rosters Sickness management Performance management Be a vital point of contact for patients and relatives Closing date of applications: 12th November 2024 Interview date: 26th November 2024 About us As a trusted organisation at the heart of our communities, we recognise the important role we can play in supporting the public, patients, our own people and local partners in achieving the best of health for the local population and the communities in which they live by providing Exceptional Care Together Our fundamental Values of Compassion, Openness and Excellence underpin how we intend to work as a Trust and the associated behaviours are becoming embedded in all aspects of how we work. In return we will offer: Development opportunities, both professional and leadership development On-going support from recruitment to when you join our team and beyond. Staff benefits including employee assistance programme, discounted gym membership, onsite fitness classes, car schemes Key Facts: We see on average 4810 OP appointments a day. We are the 4 th busiest Trauma & Orthopaedic outpatients department in England - an average of 2077 per week. An average of 1115 patients are seen in A&Es across our network every day - 3rd largest in the country. Our hospitals admit an average of 195 emergency patients daily. Last year we undertook almost 33,700 planned surgical operations in our 57 operating theatres. We are one of only 7 Trusts nationally with more than 50 operating theatres. We carry out more than 140 elective procedures each working day. UHDB is a research active University Hospital with a large and varied portfolio of clinical trials and research opportunities for all staff. Date posted 29 October 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number 320-SURG-1093-BUR Job locations Queens Hospital Belvedere Road Burton on Trent DE130RB Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached Job description and Person Specification. To apply please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account. Following the recent update on UK immigration policy for those on a Health and Care Visa or Skilled Worker Visa, please click on the link to check your eligibility before applying for this post as we may be unable to provide sponsorship Impacts of the changes to the UK immigration policy | NHS Employers Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached Job description and Person Specification. To apply please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account. Following the recent update on UK immigration policy for those on a Health and Care Visa or Skilled Worker Visa, please click on the link to check your eligibility before applying for this post as we may be unable to provide sponsorship Impacts of the changes to the UK immigration policy | NHS Employers Person Specification Qualifications Essential NMC registration Desirable Mentorship qualificiation Experience Essential Evidence of mentoring, supporting and developing staff Significant post registration surgical experience at B5 Person Specification Qualifications Essential NMC registration Desirable Mentorship qualificiation Experience Essential Evidence of mentoring, supporting and developing staff Significant post registration surgical experience at B5 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 University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust Address Queens Hospital Belvedere Road Burton on Trent DE130RB Employer's website https://www.uhdb.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)