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An exciting opportunity has presented itself for a highly ambitious, passionate individual to be a Co-ordinator within the Ambulatory Emergency Care team.

The post holder will work in association with the band 7, to facilitate, manage and be responsible for the effective management of staff and movement of patients through The Emergency ambulatory Care unit. They will combine experience, positive clinical relationships, appropriate utilisation of staff and available resources whilst adhering to all departmental, Trust and Government policies, ensuring all patients receive a high standard of specialist nursing care. The post holder will be an excellent role model, leading by example and facilitating excellence through clinical care, managing, teaching and encouraging professional development for all staff in acute admission and ambulatory carer environments.

Main duties of the job

To communicate information to patients, carers, colleagues and other agencies in a manner consistent with their level of understanding, culture, background and preferred ways of communication.To provide highly complex information to patients/carers, such as breaking bad news and supporting those receiving it, sometimes where significant barriers to understanding and acceptance exist. This includes gaining informed consent in sensitive circumstances and demonstrating empathy with patients, carers and families.To practise within a legal and ethical framework that adheres to the Nursing Midwifery Council (NMC), code of Professional Conduct and local Trust policies and procedures.To demonstrate established negotiating and influencing skills in the management ofconflict across a range of situations, which may involve diffusion of hostility and aggression, e.g., to deal with complaints sensitively, avoiding escalation, etc.To maintain confidentiality of information in line with legislation and Trust policies.To be proficient with IT systems, compile reports and analyse data, often in the context of frequent interruption.

About us

We are committed to being an inclusive and diverse employer. We strive to employ people who reflect the communities we serve, and aim to create an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential. Whatever your race, ethnicity, belief, generation, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, disability or experience, you'll appreciate the opportunities we give you to work in an inclusive atmosphere. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences to build on the progress we've achieved to make our Trust diverse and the best place to work. We celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that help us overcome challenges and embrace new possibilities. We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant Pledge and have a commitment to the Armed Forces Community.

If you are considering applying for a role, please be aware that as an NHS Employee you may have contact with vulnerable service users. We strongly encourage that all our staff are vaccinated against COVID-19 and are vaccinated annually against Flu, in order to protect the health and safety of our staff and patients. Your commitment will help us to put the safety and care of our patients first, as well as helping us to protect you and your colleagues.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For a detailed description of the Job roles and responsibilities please see the attached job description.

Person Specification

Education/ Professional

Essential

• RN Level 1
• ENB 998 or equivalent
• Evidence of CPD

Desirable

• Degree or working towards
• Research evidence
• Recognised management course (or be prepared to undertake

Skills/Abilities

Essential

• Promote leadership skills
• Computer skills
• IV additives
• Phlebotomy and cannulation
• High dependency course (or prepared to undertake)

Desirable

• Knowledge and research within specific specialty
• Human Resource skills
• Male catheterisation

Experience

Essential

• Substantial experience as a Registered Nurse at band 5
• Productive ward skills and awareness
• Teaching and assessing junior staff and students

Desirable

• Experience within specific specialty
• Manage appraisal process of staff

Ability to Manage

Essential

• Recognised management course (or prepared to undertake)

Desirable

• Manage appraisal process of staff

Characteristics

Essential

• Effective role model.
• Dynamic
• Enthusiastic.
• Vision
• Supportive.
• Proactive leader

Employer details

Employer name

Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust

Address

Darent Valley Hospital

Darenth Wood Road

Dartford

DA2 8DA

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