Job summary
***Please note we are only able to accept applications from those with a live NMC registration or UK nursing students awaiting their PIN as we are unable to support OSCE at this time***
Ambulatory care is an innovative way of providing a safe, patient focused, flexible, same day emergency service for appropriate patients. The service aims to prevent unnecessary hospital admission and provide a better patient's experience. Our Ambulatory Care Unit (ACU) offers easy access to early diagnostic tests, specialist staff, and review by a hospital consultant in one place.
We are looking for exceptional, committed, caring and compassionate Band 6 Deputy Sister/Deputy Charge Nurse to join our dedicated multi-disciplinary team. The successful applicant will be forward thinking, pro-active and motivated to assist in providing the highest standard of care to our patients possible whilst treating our patients with dignity, compassion and respect. You will need to demonstrate excellent communication skills and the ability to work within the ACU team.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will have responsibility for triage of patient referrals, ongoing assessment of care, timely patient interventions and discharge. Bring your dedication and determination here, and you will benefit from the support of an experienced, friendly and enthusiastic multi-professional team committed to the delivery of brilliant patient care.
Successful applicants will have a minimum of 2 years' experience as a band 5 staff nurse within an acute medical setting, you should possess a wide range of appropriate clinical skills and have a keen interest in developing their career in Emergency Care.
About us
We are committed to ensure a work-life balance to all our staff by offering full time and part time roles, flexible working hours on a shift pattern to fit around your family life.
We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We particularly encourage applications from disabled, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) and candidates form our local communities.
Benefits to you
- 27 days annual leave for new starters, rising to 29 days after five years of service and 33 days after 10 years of service, plus 8 Bank Holidays (pro-rata for part time staff);
- NHS Pension Scheme:
- Flexible working opportunities;
- Increased hourly rates for unsociable hours e.g. night shifts, weekends, bank holidays;
- Career development and training;
- Wellbeing support and activities;
- In-house physiotherapy Service;
- On-site canteens with subsidised meals;
- Subsidised staff parking (currently free).
- Free Stagecoach Bus Travel to and from work within Cambridgeshire and Peterborough
Job description
Job responsibilities
Supporting junior staff members, and a willingness to mentor both students and new staff is also an important aspect of this post. You will have the opportunity to enhance and develop your skills through preceptorship and formal educational development within this busy dynamic area. Leadership skills including role modelling and leading by example are very important to this role.
Intravenous cannulation and venepuncture are desirable, however full training will be given. In addition you will possess excellent oral and written communication skills, be reliable, enthusiastic and an effective team member committed to providing the highest level of service to our patients.
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse NMC
- Evidence of leadership qualities
- Mentorship / Preceptorship experience
- Expert clinical role model, committed to improve standards and patient care
- ILS trained
Desirable
- Evidence of post registration personal development
- Qualification in teaching and assessing
- Management and / or leadership qualification
- Educated to degree level or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Uses evidence-based practice to support patient care delivery
- Evidence of being a reflective practitioner
- Understanding of Healthcare Governance and its application
- Demonstration of autonomous practice
- Ability to organise and prioritise workload
- Demonstrates record of achievement in changing and developing practice
- Working knowledge of Trust and National Nursing initiatives
Desirable
Key skills
Essential
- Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
- Excellent interpersonal / liaison skills
- Evidence of continuing professional development
- Highly motivated
- Ability to be adaptive and work under own initiative
- Ability to negotiate effectively
Desirable
- Evidence of networking across professional boundaries
Other
Essential
- Flexibility in approach
- Able to be self-disciplined in a demanding environment
- Body language and demeanour demonstrate high standards of professionalism
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website .
Employer details
Employer name
North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Peterborough City Hospital
Bretton Gate
Peterborough
PE3 9GZ