An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Junior Sister post at Haslemere Hospital. Haslemere Hospital is a 16 bed rehab unit. We have two wards: Godwin and Elizabeth.

Supported by the other junior sisters / charge nurses & senior sister, you will be responsible for the running of the shift and delivery of care, working closely with the multi-disciplinary team.

We are looking for a dynamic person, wanting to expand their current skills and progress through the management career path. We are searching for a natural leader with drive, enthusiasm and commitment to achieve high standards of nursing care, as well as our goals and aspirations for the future. We have fantastic opportunities for training and career development and will support additional training to help develop the right candidate to reach their potential.

Main duties of the job

The applicant absolutely must be flexible to work a range of shifts both days and nights and be able to inspire the team to make positive changes which will better patient care and staff morale. An understanding of the trusts values, true north objectives and achieving excellence program would be beneficial for this role, in addition to knowledge on how Quality Improvement can be used to enhance patient care.

Free transport to and from Guildford can be arranged if required and free parking is available on site.

About us

Royal Surrey is a compassionate and collaborative acute and community Trust. Recognising that our 5000 colleagues are our greatest strength, we offer a comprehensive health and wellbeing program along with a commitment to developing and advancing your career. Our diverse and welcoming Royal Surrey family will ensure you that you feel valued from your initial interview through your entire tenure.

We are clinically led and provide joined up care by bridging the gap between hospital and community services alongside regional specialist cancer care. Our main acute hospital site is in Guildford with community hospital sites at Milford, Haslemere and Cranleigh. We provide adult community health services in homes across Guildford and Waverley.

We have received an overall Good rating from the CQC with Medical care (including older peoples care), End of Life Care and Maternity services being deemed Outstanding by the CQC.

Royal Surrey has a strong reputation and history to build on. We are proud of our achievements and we are investing in our colleagues through our commitment to supporting professional development as well as investing more than �45 million in our physical environment and new equipment in the next few years. There has never been a better time to join us.

Although it isn't the Trusts normal practice, adverts may close early, so you are encouraged to submit an application as soon as possible.

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Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached job description for full details the successful candidate will be required to undertake.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse Part 1 or 12
• Recent post qualification or equivalent experience in acute setting
• Demonstrates professional updating of knowledge in past one/two years

Desirable

• Teaching qualification ENB 998 or City & Guilds 730 or equivalent
• First degree
• D32/33 [A1]NVQ Assessors Award

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Experience at Band 5 or above within acute hospital setting
• Can demonstrate up-to-date clinical credibility / competence
• Evidence of advanced skills in practice i.e. iv additives, cannulation and venepuncture
• Knowledge and understanding of current issues in acute NHS setting
• Knowledge of clinical governance issues such as complaints handling, clinical risk management.
• Evidence of research based practice

Desirable

• Clinical audit
• Evidence in changing practice and project management

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Haslemere Hospital

Haslemere

GU27 2BJ

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