Ward Sister/ Charge Nurse G3

Job overview

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.

Please see below for detailed job description of the role.

Main duties of the job

We are looking for someone: -to act as a role model for junior staff and adhering to the NMC code of conduct

-To act as team leader in the supervision of the professional work of nursing staff at Band 5 and below, exercising good leadership and control. Taking charge of the ward on a regular basis.

-To liaise with all patients and their relatives and ensure that they are kept informed of treatment and progress and to participate in the provision of advice and support

-To inform the Senior Sister/Charge Nurse of any complaints or adverse events received, reporting on what action has been taken, in accordance with Trust policies and procedures

-To assist in the planning of duty rotas, organising 24-hour nursing cover and adequate skill mix, acting on shortfalls in staffing levels which will affect the standards and delivery of patient care and informing Senior Sister/ Charge Nurse

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

The recruitment team at the University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust (UHS) are delighted to be able to offer a fantastic opportunity for a customer focused, friendly and enthusiastic individual, as part of our expanding service.

UHS offers fantastic training and development giving you the best possible opportunities to achieve the career you want. Development of our staff is central to the delivery of high quality, safe and effective care. We can offer opportunities to develop within a supportive environment, and our staff survey results reflect our commitment to facilitate your career progression.

Essential  -Qualified Nurse (Degree/Diploma) -Registered nurse on appropriate part of the register -Significant post registration experience / qualification / training, including experience and knowledge within relevant speciality -Ward management experience -Knowledge of current issues within acute Health Service -Experience in an acute hospital setting -Provide evidence of supporting / managing a range of learners in practice -Provide evidence of supporting colleagues to promote effective learning in practice -Ability to demonstrate clinical decision making and judgement -Commitment to the post and Care Group responsibilities -Commitment to continuing professional development -anti-social shift pattern in order to take the bleeps

Desirable  -Experience in handling adverse events and complaints -Appraisal skills -Act in the role of Practice Assessor or supporting the progression of learners / supporting challenges as needed -Some insight into budget management