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    Junior Sister - Blackburn, United Kingdom - East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust

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    Job summary

    Are you our next junior sister/charge nurse within the specialty of cardiology? A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a keen motivated and reliable individual to join our team on B18.

    Ward B18 is a very busy 26 bedded cardiology ward and we are looking to increase our current nursing leadership team. These are exiting teams in the specialty of cardiology with the development of the new heart care unit due to open in May.

    We are looking for an enthusiastic leader with a positive can do attitude who not only demonstrates line management responsibilities but someone who will act as a role model exhibiting excellent values and behaviors, inspiring others, leading change and implementing best practice.

    Main duties of the job

    As a junior sister/Charge nurse you will be expected to care for a wide range of patients with cardiology conditions such as myocardial infarction's, heart failure, arrhythmia's, valve disease, endocarditis and also patients who are undergoing or have already had angiography, pacemakers/complex devices and trans -osophageal echoes. The ward also cares for patients awaiting transfer to a tertiary centre who are waiting for cardiac surgery and repatriated patients post cardiac surgery.

    You will actively support the ward manager ensuring the effective running of the ward in their absence. You will provide clinical and managerial leadership to nursing and support staff in delivering safe personal and effective care of the highest standards.

    About us

    At East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust our vision is to be widely recognised for providing safe, personal and effective care. We currently provide high quality services and treat over 600,000 people across East Lancashire and the surrounding area. We employ over 9,500 staff, many of whom are internationally renowned and have won awards for their work.

    As a band 6 on B18 you will work closely with the ward manager to ensure that the trusts visions and values are met. You will be expected to coordinate the ward on a day to day basis in the absence of senior nursing staff working alongside other MDT members facilitating safe and effective flow of patients.

    Ward B18 has recently achieved their third green in their nursing assessment and performance framework and is applying for SPEC status which the ward team is committed to achieve

    Job description

    Job responsibilities

    As a junior sister/Charge nurse you will be expected to

    1/Provide nurse leadership in the absence of the ward manager ensuring the highest standards of patient care are delivered.

    2/ Co-ordinate the ward in the absence of the ward manager

    3/Provide effective communication within the cardiology team and with other members of the multi disciplinary team

    4/Ensure quality and sustainability are maintained within the ward environment.

    5/Be a confident role model for the junior nursing team and support staff.

    6/Lead others in developing knowledge, ideas and clinical practice.

    7/Be proactive in implementing best practice in infection control and supporting a clean, tidy environment

    Cardiology experience is preferred but not essential. There are also educational opportunities to further develop cardiology nursing practice and leadership skills.

    Essential criteria

    1ST Level registered nurse

    Proven development of own skills and clinical knowledge

    Two years post registration experience

    Flexible to the service needs including weekends and night rotation.

    Ability to embrace change and facilitate new concepts within the ward setting.

    Ability to perform well under pressure

    Desirable Criteria

    Previous experience in cardiology

    Qualification in cardiology

    ILS/ALS providers

    Has introduced quality improvement initiatives within a clinical setting

    Person Specification

    ESSENTIAL AND PREFERRED

    Essential

  • Basic numeracy & literacy skills Demonstrate ability to absorb training and carry out duties in accordance with procedures. Proven ability to take on board new ideas, skills and knowledge. Basic computer skills in order to access trust policies. Maintain confidentiality
  • nmc registration
  • Proven ability to work in a team and be supportive of other team members. Sensitive and flexible to the needs of the general public and their changing needs
  • 6 months caring experience
  • Desirable

  • Cardiac nursing experience
  • cardiac nursing course ALS

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