Are you an innovative, outgoing and forward thinking individual looking to develop your nursing career?

If you are passionate, like we are, about providing the highest standard patient care this could be the perfect opportunity to showcase and develop your management, leadership and clinical skills.

You will need to be self-motivated, passionate and a team player in order to provide the high standard of care we deliver to our patients. As a Band 6 you will be required to co-ordinate and manage a busy and demanding ward on a daily basis, be the first line support for junior staff and manage your own team of staff, including sickness and absence management, carrying out personal development reviews and managing off duty requirements.

Experience on an acute medical ward is required but oncology experience is not, we are here to help you develop in the role.

Main duties of the job

To work collaboratively with and provide support to the unit managers. To take responsibility for the management of the department, including patient care and skill mix, and the development and support of the nursing staff in the absence of the ward manager.

To demonstrate initiative and vision in continuing to move the service forward whilst assisting in implementing service changes / developments.

About us

The ward 11 team is a friendly and welcoming team who work closely and have good relationships with a wide range of departments across the trust.

As an innovative and forward thinking team we are always looking to improve operations for the benefit of our patients and colleagues so welcome any new and exciting ideas.

We promote a healthy work-life balance and understand that cancer care is a challenging field and our friendly team work closely together to adopt a supportive culture. The trust also offers free and confidential counselling support.

We are dedicated to our staff development and invest in your career development with access to further education and training opportunities for your progression.

Job description

Job responsibilities

MANAGEMENT AND ADMINISTRATION

To deputise for and support the Ward Manager

Provide management support for the junior staff and act as mentor to designated staff

Assess, plan and implement clinical care and maintain associated patient records

To organise daily work schedule ensuring appropriate and effective skill mix and deployment of staff for appropriate patient needs

To have an awareness of the staff and non staff budget

Be aware of Health and Safety issues and ensure relevant risk assessments are undertaken.

Report and record all accidents and complaints according to the agreed policy, investigating speedily and compassionately

Ensure all trust policies and procedures are adhered to and new ones implemented as necessary

Regularly liaise and report to Department Manager/Senior Nursing team on unit affairs and staff development.

Ensure each designated staff member participates in a personal development plan and act to maximise the potential of others

Assist in nursing recruitment process when required

Take a progressive approach to the management of short and long-term sickness/absence in collaboration with the Department manager/Senior Nursing team

TRAINING & EDUCATION

Complete the Ward Introductory Pack and Preceptor pack

Complete relevant in-house level 1 and 2 I.V. training programmes and ensure regular updates

Participate and undertake research and audit which will influence practice

To be up to date in all IV training programs including annual updates and competent in all areas of clinical practice including assessment of critically ill patient and competent in performing ECGs

Attend all mandatory study days

PROFESSIONAL

Act as a resource giving advice and support to nursing staff regarding emergency admissions and associated issues

Liaise closely with the medical team and other members of the MDT in respect of patient care promoting the highest standard of care

To develop and maintain a professional interest in all aspects of nursing and associated research

To highlight areas of improvement/development within the department andundertake relevant projects

Demonstrates the agreed set of values and accountable for own attitude and behaviour

PERSONAL

Demonstrate a pleasant and approachable manner and help create and promote a good working relationship.

Show professional and courteous manner whilst practicing excellent communication skills at all levels

To show respect for members of the team and endorse the ward philosophy of giving mutual support.

Being aware of ones own limitations, maintain confidentiality and adherence to NMC Professional Code of Conduct

Cooperate in own performance review by indicating learning goals and support needs.

Actively seek mentorship / supervision to enable reflection and development within the role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• RGN Level 1
• Degree or Diploma in Nursing Studies
• Post Registration Certificate in Cancer or equivalent
• Teaching & assessing certificate or equivalent

Desirable

• Management Course

Experience

Essential

• Previous oncology experience or emergency care

Desirable

• Managerial Experience

Skills

Essential

• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent IV skills
• Excellent assessment skills
• Ability to deliver a high quality of care
• Computer literacy
• Understanding of need for evidence-based practice

Desirable

• Leadership Skills

Knowledge

Essential

• Committed to own personal professional development and that of all ward staff

Values

Essential

• Ability to demonstrate the organisational values and behaviours

Other

Essential

• Team player
• Flexible to work shifts

Employer details

Employer name

The Christie NHS FT

Address

Ward 11 - E00006

Manchester

M20 4BX

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