Clinical Sister/Charge nurse

Job overview

Do you have a keen interest in surgical emergency care?

We are looking for experienced registered nurse to come and join our Surgical Assessment Unit.

The unit accepts patient referral from GP, walk in clinic, WMAS, emergency department and other units for surgical specialities such as general surgery, urology, vascular, ENT and maxfax.

We welcome applications from those who are enthusiastic and passionate about delivering first class care. Attention to detail and excellent time management qualities are essential.

Informal discussions and visits are welcomed.

Please note this post is not suitable for applicants who are required to undertake the OSCE training programme. Applicants who do not have current valid UK NMC registration will not be considered for this post.

Main duties of the job

1.     Act in accordance with NMC Code and be accountable for own practice and professional actions at all times.

2.     Contribute to the development of the roles of nurses, midwives, nursing associates in the best interests of patients and these professions in accordance with the NMC Code.

3.     Maintain an identifiable clinical presence, and when occasion requires, work in practice undertaking relevant clinical activities to support teams, maintain own clinical competency and to support staff in developing clinical practice.

4.     Demonstrate clinical practice expertise through personal practice and by leading by example.

5.     Act as a clinical and professional role model for effective clinical leadership enabling and facilitating others to take forward initiatives.

***Interviews for this post are provisionally scheduled for 20th March 2024**

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

1.     Liaise with the Clinical Education Lead, Modern Matrons, Ward/Department Managers to identify the development and training requirements of nursing, midwifery, nursing associate and healthcare support staff within designated clinical areas according to service requirements and individual needs.

2.     Support staff with mandatory training through a variety of resources such as delivering classroom based sessions and e-learning and monitor compliance

3.     Work collaboratively with other professional groups to maximise development opportunities and interprofessional learning opportunities.

4.     Act as an advocate for learners in practice, working in partnership with managers and practice learning support staff to promote environments conducive to learning.

5.     Liaise with the Clinical Education Lead and Modern Matrons to escalate any concerns that affect the practice learning environment or experience of learners in practice.

6.     Communicate and present information, written or verbal, formally or informally as appropriate.

For further details please see the attached job description.