BAND 6 Deputy Sister
If you have an interest in Women's Health, are flexible and self motivated, then we would like to hear from you. A Band 6 Deputy Sisters post has become available in the Gynaecology Ward. If you want to work within a supportive and challenging environment we are looking for someone who is confident leader and has excellent communication skills and a genuine interest in Gynaecology and Women's Health. Successful candidate will be able to gain experience by working on the ward, triage unit and day surgery.

Main duties of the job

The Gynaecology Ward is a 20-bedded unit which is running alongside a 24 hrs triage area and day surgery. You will contribute to the smooth running of the unit, acting as a role model for junior staff and students, supporting the delivery of compassionate excellence. The post holder will be responsible for the training and development needs of a team of junior staff, with the support of the ward sister. You will work closely with the ward sister and other members of the management team and will deputise for the ward sister in her absence.

About us

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research. The Trust comprises four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury. For more information on OUH please view OUH At a Glance by OUHospitals - Issuu

Our values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues and the wider community.

We call this Delivering Compassionate Excellence and its focus is on our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence.

These values put patients at the heart of what we do and underpin the quality healthcare we would like for ourselves or a member of our family. Watch how we set out to deliver compassionate excellence via the OUH YouTube channel.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will need to be flexible. Previous gynaecological experience would be an advantage however training will be given to the successful candidate.

Please give a detailed paragraph in the supporting information detailing why you are interested in this position.

For further information or to arrange an informal visit, please contact Rachael Hayes, Sister or Valentina Puerini, Deputy Matron on 01865220559

Person Specification

Education, training, qualifications and experience.

Essential

• Registered Nurse
• Evidence of ongoing professional development through maintenance of an ongoing NMC revalidation.
• Minimum of 3 years acute care registered nurse experience
• Evidence of achievement on a Nursing and Midwifery, (NMC) approved Mentorship qualification.

Desirable

• UK recognised Degree in Nursing relevant to post.
• Post-graduate qualification related to an area of practice.

Leadership and Management

Essential

• Excellent communication skills.
• Able to prioritise own workload and that of others as appropriate.
• Demonstrates ability to maintain and contribute to the development of standards of practice, conduct or decision making in conjunction with team leaders/ward manager/unit co-ordinator.
• Acts as a role model and are able to lead by example to ensure the Trust's values and behaviours are reinforced throughout their area of practice.
• Able to supervise non-registered and less experienced staff to ensure effective care delivery.
• Able to effectively and appropriately escalate concerns to reduce risk and promote patient safety

Values and Behaviours

Essential

• Able to demonstrate the ability to put patients at the heart of what you do and recognising different needs by encouraging a spirit of support, integrity, respect and teamwork.
• Shows pride in the quality of care they provide for patients and learning from successes and setbacks.
• Able to proactively support colleagues in the delivery of care commensurate with Trust values and behaviours.
• able to deliver a high standard of care for patients and always striving to improve on what you do through change and innovation

Employer details

Employer name

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Gynaecology ward - level 1

Womens Centre - JR

Oxford

OX3 9DU

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