Internal Matrons / Divisional Nurse Directors / Deputy Divisional Nurses Lead nurses in infection control, tissue viability, safe.....
Internal Matrons / Divisional Nurse Directors / Deputy Divisional Nurses Lead nurses in infection control, tissue viability, safeguarding, discharge. Corporate teams including nursing, HR, finance, audit, transformation, facilities management, learning and education & Professional Standards Multi-professional teams including medical, Critical Care, Allied Health Professionals (AHP), pharmacy and Health Care Scientist (HCS) Executive Chief Nurse / Directors of Nursing External Approved Education Institutions (AEI) Care Quality Commission (CQC) Health Watch KEY RESULT AREAS Prioritise people A culture of inclusion, equality and diversity, reflecting the best interests of patients, public and staff is promoted. Complex and changing health and social care activities is delivered in an unpredictable clinical environment, across 24-hour periods, and effective assessment, implementation of fundamental care is provided, which is evaluated. Care is patient focused and individualised. Is visible and accessible in the clinical setting. Is a role model and someone for whom patients, staff and public can turn to for assistance, advice and support. Trust policies and procedures are adhered to. Colleagues will be appropriately supported. Systems and processes are followed for patients to receive high quality care across the 24 hour period and clinical staff feel empowered to make their own decisions in the senior sister/charge nurse / junior sister /charge nurse absence, reflecting the ward / department/ unit philosophy of care Practise effectively Delivery of clinical practice is based on policies, guidelines and evidence base to improve the outcomes and experiences of patients. Specific training will be provided with reference to recognition of the acutely ill women. The National competency framework for Enhanced Care (Level 1 plus) will be followed as part of the successful candidate's personal development plan. Competencies will need to be maintained; this may require time spent with Critical Care/ outreach. Professional clinical advice and judgements will be provided to the multi-professional care team in relation to patient care and achieving positive patient outcomes and experiences. Safe, effective high-quality care will be delivered with compassion, dignity and respect Documentation will be accurate, legible and timely relating to current patient recording systems, both written and electronic. Information Governance will be adhered to All available methods of communication will be utilised and contacts established within and external to Trust Resources will be utilised in an efficient and effective way. Will participate in change and new initiatives to enhance patient outcomes and contribute to evaluation processes. This will include collecting data for local/national audits. The Trust quality strategy and governance will be embedded in personal practice reflecting safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led standards. Will engage with the Care Quality Commission (CQC) as appropriate. Will be rostered to work in agreed clinical area 6 hours (part time) or 12.5 hours per month (full time). Preserve Safety Cleanliness of the ward / department will reflect the national standards; including PLACE assessment and remedial actions will take place. Health and safety of patients, the public and staff will be adhered to. Clinical risks will be reported. Security and safety in the clinical environment will be adhered to, reflecting legislation, Trust policy and procedures. Timely actions to address deficits will take place. Will be responsive to business continuity plan and make adjustments as required. Will participate in inquiries, accidents, incidents, complaints and never events concerning patients, public and staff; and will be investigated, ensuring written reports and documentation is completed. Learning from these will be utilised and embedded into the clinical environment. Will participate in a culture of speaking-up and learning. Will escalate to senior sister / charge nurse / sister / charge nurse any concerns. Appropriate referrals are made to safeguarding, tissue viability and community services, and they are followed up. New digital technology will be embraced, and digital literacy skills will be utilised. Will be responsible and held to account for own practice. Promote Professionalism and Trust Good standards of behaviour will be displayed and the standards and values of the nursing profession, NMC Code and Trust will be upheld. Will participate in supporting students, staff and volunteers to reach their full potential and progress. Will participate in preceptorship, mandatory & essential role training. Own continuing professional development and competence to practice, including ensuring own NMC revalidation is completed. Will delegate appropriately. Will participate in practice development, role redesign, transformation, transaction standardisation of practice and reduction in variation. 32. Will participate in promoting ward / departmental successes, achievements and compliments locally. 33. Will participate in audit, research and development to achieve the best possible outcomes and experiences for patients, public and staff. 34. Will attend ward / departmental meetings and appropriate training and support systems to enable progression of agreed service improvement project, on behalf of the chief nurse. Will participate in opportunities to keep informed with the Chief Nursing Officer (England) national strategy. 36. Showcase and celebrate agreed service improvement project, both internal and external to Trust. 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 sponsorshipImpacts of the changes to the UK immigration policy | NHS Employers