Junior Sister/Charge Nurse

Dyddiad hysbysebu:	13 Medi 2025
Cyflog:	£40,617.00 i £48,778.00 bob blwyddyn
Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog:	£40617.00 - £48778.00 a year
Oriau:	Llawn Amser
Dyddiad cau:	21 Medi 2025
Lleoliad:	Slough, SL2 4HL
Cwmni:	NHS Jobs
Math o swydd:	Parhaol
Cyfeirnod swydd:	C9151-25-1076

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Professional/Clinical Role To be responsible for the assessment of care needs, the development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care without supervision To pro-actively co-ordinate the patient's discharge arrangements in accordance withTrust Policy Ensure that all nursing practice within the clinical area complies with Trust Nursingpolicies and procedures To comply at all times with the NMC Code of Conduct (2008) To communicate effectively and liaise with all health care staff as appropriate To demonstrate a collaborative approach to planning care through effectivecommunication and decision making between the multi-disciplinary team, patientsand significant others Consolidate and extend own clinical skills in all aspects of nursing, furthering ownprofessional knowledge in a rapidly changing environment Provide clinical leadership and development support to the nursing team Where issues of clinical competence are identified, work with the Ward Matron to addressthem Contribute to the local resolution, investigation and follow action of any informal orformal complaints To prioritise own work and others to ensure the ward/department is managedeffectively To provide specialist knowledge and expertise within ward/department Participate in and lead quality initiatives to promote and ensure that nursing care isevidence and research based Practice Development To participate in the systematic monitoring and evaluation of nursing practice within the clinical area, ensuring that it is evidence-based. In conjunction with the wardteam, participate in the development of action plans which aim to enhance the qualityof practice using the results of audits undertaken. Participate in the evaluation of thechanges made in practice To assist the Ward Matron in the implementation of the Trust Nursing & MidwiferyStrategy and Corporate Objectives within the clinical area, and monitor its impact on To assist the Ward Matron in the monitoring of audits and the Trust Nursing BalanceScore Card Managerial Role Manage the ward/department in the absence of the Ward Matron, coordinating the team and delegating appropriate duties To liaise with Head of Nursing/Clinical Service Manager/Service Manager, reportingany changes in the ward which may affect patient care and practice in the absence ofthe Ward Matron. To provide clinical and managerial leadership and guidance to the nursing team To take lead responsibility for a team of qualified nurses and healthcare assistants, supporting their personal and practice development. This includes regular IPDR's andperformance management where appropriate Take responsibility for recruiting and retaining team members in conjunction with the ward matron Assisting the Ward Matron in: The recruitment and selection of nursing staff. Co-ordinating the off-duty roster Induction of bank/agency and new staff to the clinical area To ensure adequate supply of medical and surgical equipment, linen and any othertype of equipment required in the absence of the Ward Matron Education Role Participate in the implementation of induction/development programmes for newlyqualified/appointed staff in conjunction with the Ward Matron and the rest of the team Undertake the regular performance review of staff, setting clear and achievableobjectives appropriate to the grade and role In conjunction with the Ward Matron and other Charge Nurses, identify thetraining/development needs of staff within the clinical area Facilitate the implementation of clinical competencies within the clinical environment Facilitate the implementation of clinical supervision within the clinical area, providingclinical support where appropriate Act as a mentor & preceptor to nursing staff Ensure nursing staff attend mandatory training Professional Role To maintain own personal & professional development, keeping PREP folders up todate Act as a credible clinical role model Practice in a confident and competent professional manner General This is an outline job description, which may be subject to change in consultation with the post holder. This job description is not inflexible. The duties of the post holder will be reviewed on an annual basis (or more frequently, as required) and the employee may be called upon to work within other locations within the Trust. The post holder must also perform any other duties as reasonably requested by the Ward Matron. The post holder will be subject to performance appraisal under the IPDR system and in developing his/her own objectives. It is essential requirement that you take reasonable care of the cleanliness of your working environment and adhere to infection control policies and procedures at all times ensuring you use hand cleaning agents appropriately 5. The post holder is expected to promote and implement the Trust's equal opportunities 6. The Trust operates a no smoking policy. Smoking by staff is not allowed on Trustpremises. 7. The post holder is responsible for the management of risk in all the areas for which s/heis responsible. S/he is also responsible for ensuring compliance with the Trust's Healthand Safety Policy. The post holder must ensure that duties are carried out in accordance with health and safety regulations. The post holder should not endanger the health andsafety of him/herself or others whilst at work. 8. The post holder is expected to behave in a professional manner at all times, comply withTrust policies and to act as an ambassador of the Trust. 9. To maintain confidentially of information regarding patients, families and friends at alltimes. 10. Infection prevention is the responsibility of each individual. Employees are required tostrictly adhere to the infection control policy Tpp124 and it's appendices and shouldactively encourage other staff and visitors to comply."