Band 6 Deputy Sister/Charge Nurse

Responsibilities Responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of a program of evidence-based nursing care to a group of patients. Leadership and supervision of others carrying out all aspects of the caring process. Deputise and take charge of the given area regularly in the absence of the Ward/Unit Manager who has 24 hour accountability and responsibility.

Actively contribute to setting and maintaining high standards of quality nursing care. Participate in the effective clinical leadership and management of the ward team. Actively contribute to the improvement of services and the quality of care provision to meet the needs of patients, service users and their families.

Act as a role model, mentoring, teaching, assessing and supporting students and learners on placement and participate in the education, development and mentorship of other staff. Ensure that the delivery of care to own patients and for all patients when in charge meet the standards determined by the Ward/Unit Manager and the Standards for Better Health. Share responsibility with the Ward/Unit Manager to ensure that the highest standards of infection prevention and control are practiced at all times.

Contribute to the development of CMG and Trust policies, procedures and clinical guidelines and ensure compliance of self and others. Take due regard of the importance of the effect and consequence of the ward/care environment with regard to its physical, psychological and social effects on patients and care delivery. Promote, develop and implement patient and public involvement activities in the ward area, leading to service improvement.

Ensure that self and team members act at all times to provide a personalised service to patients in accordance with agreed standards and promote quality, diversity and rights. Contribute to setting, maintaining and monitoring of standards of care to the optimum level and lead the improvement of care, through benchmarking, audit and research. Additional Requirements Successful candidates will undergo a Disclosure & Barring Service check.

As part of the pre‑employment process, a staff risk assessment related to COVID-19 will be conducted. Vaccination against Covid-19 is strongly encouraged. UHL is an equal opportunities employer.

We aim to employ a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds who match our job criteria. Applicants who have a disability and meet the essential criteria for the job will be interviewed if they indicate that they wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme.

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