Sister / Charge Nurse

Main duties of the job The jobholder will play an essential role assisting the Senior Sister/Charge Nurse with the 24-hour continuing responsibility for the effective and efficient management of the ward / department. They will contribute to the provision of professional, clinical, managerial leadership and supervision for the nursing team. The jobholder is responsible for helping to develop and maintain a ward or department’s philosophy that has the patient at the centre of compassionate, safe and quality care delivery.

By assisting with managing the administrative and financial aspects of the ward, the jobholder will support the cost‑effective use of resources. As an experienced nurse the jobholder will assist in co‑ordinating activities on the ward or department, ensuring effective communication is maintained at all times, providing support to qualified and unqualified nurses within the ward/department. The jobholder will play a key role in the assessment of patient care needs and the development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care.

They will act as a role model, promote quality evidence‑based practice, develop the nursing team and ensure effective management of the ward/department in the absence of the Senior Sister/Charge Nurse. The role is pivotal in the success of the team. About us The Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is committed to delivering the highest quality and safest treatment and care to every patient, every time.

Our vision is to provide the highest quality specialist and integrated care. We will do this through delivery of our multi‑year goals and strategic priorities, which you can read about on this page. Central to it all is The Leeds Way – our values and behaviours that are at the heart of everything we do.

Contact Name: Joanna Terry Position: Cardiac Intensive Care Senior Sister Email: [email protected] Phone number: 01132 068526 Job description Job Summary – L04/L05 Cardiac Critical Care. Cardiac Intensive Care Unit is a 15 bedded mixed level 3 and level 2 area. It specialises in the care of patients following complex heart surgery including coronary bypass grafts, valve replacements and aortic aneurysm surgery.

The unit is one of the largest congenital heart units in the country and provides care to adults from across Yorkshire and Humber and further afield. Staff have access to specialised training and competency assessments on specific advanced cardiac therapies. The unit also offers the cardiac advanced life support course.

Due to the unique specialist care that is required for effective and safe patient care, the post holder must be able to respond robustly and timely to the ever‑increasing demands and challenges that our critical care units (and wider CSU teams) bring. This includes supporting and mentoring newer and more junior team members who may not always have experience in critical care. Why you should join our Team Adult Critical Care consists of 5 critical care units, 2 at St James’ Hospital (General Critical Care and Surgical‑Oncology Critical Care) and 3 units at Leeds General Infirmary (Cardiac Critical Care, General Critical Care and Neurosurgical Critical Care).

Adult Critical Care is committed to embedding good equality and diversity practice so that our organisation is an inclusive, welcoming and inspiring place to work, regardless of age, disability, trans identity or history, marital status, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion, sex or sexual orientation. What you will bring to the role The successful candidate will play an essential role assisting the Senior Sister/Charge Nurse with the 24‑hour continuing responsibility for the effective and efficient management of the ward / department. They will be expected to work clinically within the multi‑disciplinary team, maintain high standards of practice, support staff on a shift‑by‑shift basis and provide clinical leadership in decision making.

The jobholder is responsible for helping to develop and maintain a ward or department’s philosophy that has the patient at the centre of compassionate, safe and quality care delivery. Through assisting with managing the administrative and financial aspects of the ward, the jobholder will support the cost‑effective use of resources. Essential Qualifications Registered Nurse (RN Adult for adult clinical areas or RN Child for children’s areas – Level 1 or 2) Post‑graduate certificate in Critical Care (Steps 2/3 or equivalent course relevant to specialty) Recognised teaching/assessing qualification Evidence of continued professional development Essential Experience Significant post‑registration experience at staff nurse level or equivalent working with a wide range of professionals including medical, nursing and management colleagues Knowledge of local and national nursing agenda Essential Skills Compassionate and caring Capable of lateral thinking Motivator of self and others Assertive, courageous, flexible & adaptable About Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust Our values are part of what makes us different from other trusts, so we see this as a strength, as well as a responsibility.

They have been developed by our staff and set out what they see as important to how we work. Our five values are: Patient‑centred, Collaborative, Fair, Accountable, Empowered. All our actions and endeavours will be guided and evaluated through these values.

We’re committed to recruiting exceptional people to deliver outstanding services across Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust and helping every colleague reach their full potential. We’re looking for a compassionate, inclusive and collaborative leader who shares our values and can build strong partnerships. We warmly invite applications from people from a variety of backgrounds and sectors, and are especially keen to hear from individuals from a minority ethnic background.

We’re dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported and has a true sense of belonging as we work together to deliver the best in healthcare to the people of Leeds and beyond. Sponsorship Eligibility To comply with UK Government regulations on Skilled Worker sponsorship, Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust is unable to provide sponsorship to applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria or the salary threshold concessions set out under the Skilled Worker visa route. Please take this into consideration before submitting your application.

Full guidance on these concessions, including details of who may qualify, can be found here. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr