Job Overview
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Please see below for detailed job description of the role.
Main duties of the job
The Emergency Department Team at University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust has an upcoming vacancy for B7 Senior Sister / Charge Nurse to join the department on a 12 month fixed term/secondment basis working full time hours.
The ED is a major trauma centre providing care to patients requiring a variety of services including; major trauma, majors assessment and treatment area and minor injuries. The department also has an enhanced care suite dedicated to those patients experiencing a mental health crisis. The ED prides itself on delivering high quality patient centred care in a fast paced environment.
The ED is an exciting place to work, great team work and multi-disciplinary working ensures that all new starters are made to feel supported and welcome. As you progress through your induction a vast array of learning opportunities are available such as triage competency, suturing, dementia champion, ALS, cannulation and venesection and trauma ILS.
- Please note, interviews will be held on the week commencing 18th August.**
Working for our organisation
University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.
Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast.
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At UHS we’re committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients.
At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognizing that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We’re committed to creating an anti-racist, anti-discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute.
What You’ll Do
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
As a Senior Sister/Charge Nurse you will be expected to promote the delivery of a high standard of patient-centred care. With the support of the Matron you will analyse, monitor and implement actions that ensure the service delivery is safe and effective in line with the Trust values. You will be responsible for the daily operational management and service delivery process within the department, along with the line management and development of the nursing team. You will ensure the smooth running of the department, working as a key decision maker alongside the multi professional team, leading on aspects of clinical care and focusing on patient safety, experience, and quality assurance frameworks.
What We’re Looking For
The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent communication, interpersonal skills and show clinical leadership experience. They will be educated to a degree level with evidence of on-going education and qualifications pertinent to this specialty. They must be able to demonstrate a compassionate approach to the care of patients and the public, whilst also possessing the ability to ensure robust clinical operational demands are met.
In return we can offer the opportunity to work with a nationally regarded, multi professional team who put patients first, always strive to improve care for patients and pride themselves on their teamwork. As a Major Trauma Centre we are providing an excellent level of care for both adults and children; through examining how we provide major trauma care we seek to constantly improve. The department has a reputation for innovation and is increasingly recognized for its clinical academic work in emergency care. Your professional and clinical development is important to us and we are committed to supporting you to achieve your goals.
The Emergency Department is a 24-hour service, a degree of flexibility will be required to meet service requirements.
Person specification
Trust Values
Essential criteria
- Patients First
- Always Improving
- Working Together
Qualifications, Knowledge, And Experience
Essential criteria
- 1st Level Registered nurse on relevant part of the NMC Register
- Recognised mentorship qualification and experience as a Sign Off mentor
- Degree or working towards
- Completion of appropriate specialty Course Higher Education Institute approved course in supporting learners in practice. Supporting a range of learners in practice Supporting colleagues to promote effective learning in practice
- Extensive experience in specialty to include considerable experience at Band 6 level
- Evidence of clinical leadership ability
- Proven management experience
- Evidence of continuing professional development
- Evidence of utilising evidence in practice
- Logical and consistent career pattern
- Expert clinical skills
- Ability to prioritise and deliver agreed objectives
- Ability to work flexible hours and fulfil service requirements
Desirable criteria
- Management Course (or equivalent)
- Experience as an NMC sign off mentor or clinical practice assessor
- Evidence of staff development and succession planning
- Broad range of post registration experience
- Experience of report writing
