Deputy Ward Leader EMPCC Medical Day Ward

Are you ready for a new challenge?

We are seeking an exceptional individual who is both enthusiastic and passionate to apply for this exciting opportunity.

The East Midlands Planned Care Centre (EMPCC) is a new and exciting development opening on the Leicester General site of University Hospitals Leicester providing Day case and Out patient treatment and care for patients throughout the East Midlands.

We are looking for passionate, motivated Deputy Ward Leader to support and care for patients who are to receive treatment on the Medical Day case ward which will be a Nurse Led facility.

You will be an an experienced nurse with proven evidence of leadership , good communication skills and a willingness to support the Ward Leader to provide exceptional standards of patient care. You will have experience of looking after a range of patients providing therapeutic treatments or procedures such as Blood transfusions Ascitic drains & Intravenous Infusions. You will have extended skills such as venapuncture & cannulation however full training will be given. Experience in Gastroenterology, Oncology or Haematology is essential for this role.

If you are looking for a new challenge and is dedicated to providing outstanding care and want to develop new skills, including Criteria Led Discharge, this is an opportunity you cannot afford to miss.

Main duties of the job

• You will be responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of our patients care.
  
• Participate in the effective clinical leadership and management of the ward team, which will include leadership and supervision of other healthcare professionals, carrying out all aspects of the caring process.
  
• You will have and develop leadership skills ensuring you are able to deputise and take charge of the ward in the absence of the Ward Manager.
  
• Actively contribute to setting and maintaining high standards of quality nursing care, to contribute to the improvement of services and the quality of care provision to meet the needs of patients, service users and their families.
  
• Act as a role model, mentoring, teaching, assessing and supporting students and learners on placement and participate in the education, development and mentorship of other staff.
  
• In addition, you will play a key role in ensuring effective communication between patients, carers, clinical staff and the wider multidisciplinary team.
  
• As an effective role model, you will be involved in using your own knowledge to develop and enhance the development, skills and competence of others.
  
• You will have the opportunity to use specialist knowledge, skills and innovative practice to provide a high standard of care and maintain patient safety.

About us

Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).

We have four primary goals:

• high-quality care for all,
• being a great place to work,
• partnerships for impact, and
• research and education excellence

And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.

Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:

• we are compassionate,
• we are proud,
• we are inclusive, and
• we are one team

This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.

About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:

http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Assist with and deputise for the Sister / Charge Nurse in the management and organisation of the ward/Clinic.
  
• Maximise use of clinical and staff resources, implementing best practice in patient flow, admission and discharge arrangements.
  
• Promote the development of new services within the ward area and assist the Sister / Charge Nurse to implement change.
  
• Maintain efficient and effective communication with the Sister / Charge Nurse, the multidisciplinary team and the Matron on issues related to patient care, ward management and organisation.
  
• Participate in staff recruitment and selection processes and wider recruitment and retention strategies.
  
• Act in a Professional manner and ensure self and ward staff adhere to the UHL Uniform policy
  
• Act as a clinical expert and use own knowledge to develop and enhance the development, skills and competence of others.
  
• Work collaboratively with the Education and Practice Development team, Clinical Support Nurses and Multi Professional Teams to ensure that education and development opportunities are provided for the ward team to enable staff to be both confident and competent to perform their roles safely.
  
• Act as a clinical resource, mentor / assessor / supervisor / preceptor of learners and staff as required.
  
• Actively promote and participate in clinical supervision / mentorship or equivalent support mechanisms.

please see job description/person specification for further details on the role

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• RN with current NMC PIN
• Recognised teaching& assessing qualification or equivalent

Desirable

• Involvement in Audit or research

Skills & Knowledge

Essential

• Experienced nurse with knowledge of Gastroenterology, Oncology or Haematology patients treatment and procedures. IV infusions, Ascitic Drains, blood transfusions
• Has Nurse in Charge experience & demonstrates good leadership qualities

Desirable

• Attended professional development Leadership course ie LEO
• Venepuncture & cannulation

Communication

Essential

• Excellent written & verbal skills
• Act as a role model and as a mentor, assessor and support for learners in the ward
• Effective communicator and negotiator

Desirable

• Advanced communication course
• Knowledge of Criteria Led Discharge

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust

Address

Leicester General Hospital

Gwendolen Road

Leicester

LE5 4PW

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358-6445131-CHU