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

An exciting opportunity has arisen for highly motivated, enthusiastic, dynamic nurse to join our friendly multidisciplinary team in General Intensive Care as a Band 6 Junior Sister/Charge Nurse. Take this unique opportunity to join us now for a chance to experience and contribute to developments to enhance this regional service.

The General Intensive Care Unit (GICU) is a designated major trauma centre and is currently a 31 bedded facility. The GICU admits patients with diverse and complex needs following a variety of injuries as well as providing high quality nursing for patients with a wide range of illnesses requiring level 3 and 2 care.

You should be able to work in pressurised situations with maturity, motivation and enthusiasm. You must have key qualities demonstrating sound leadership skills in motivating a team in an evolving environment, with characteristics of compassion and commitment to provide safe, quality care for patients and their relatives.

About us

As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated 'Good' by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.

All non-clinical roles may involve a mixture of on site and remote working, Specific details and flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.

Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.

Job description

Job responsibilities

What you'll do - To assess, plan, implement and evaluate individualised care, providing support to other members of the multidisciplinary team. To lead, motivate and supervise the professional work of nursing staff at Band 5 and below, exercising good leadership and control. This post requires the individual to cover the full range of shifts (nights and days) and have flexibility to cover any day of the week. If you enjoy the challenge of working in a busy environment and you are looking for a position which will challenge and stretch you then this is the post for you.

What we're looking for - First level Registered Nurse Evidence of supporting learners in practice experience. Evidence of management experience Clinical and Leadership Ability Up to date experience of working in a Critical Care setting Good interpersonal, communication skills

Person Specification

Qualifications, knowledge and experience

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

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

Skills

Essential

• Microsoft Office skills
• Communication
• Self-motivated
• Problem solving
• Delegation
• Leadership
• Motivational
• Teamwork
• General IT skills
• Prioritisation
• Working under pressure

Trust Values

Essential

• Patients First
• Always Improving
• Working Together

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust

Address

Southampton General Hospital

Tremona Road

Southampton

SO14 2AA

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