Job Description

The post holder will assist in the overall management of the service ensuring delivery of high standards of care to patients and their families within the ward. They will act as a clinical role model providing leadership and support to both nursing and medical staff ensuring the promotion of a safe working environment. The post holder will also work in collaboration with the Lead educator by teaching, assessing and supporting staff and students' development and learning to maintain high standards of care.



An expectation that the post holder will maintain high professional standards, keep abreast of research and developments within the neonatal field and support the neonatal team in the smooth running of the unit.



Corporate Responsibilities



To work collaboratively with other colleagues across the Trust Act as a role model in customer service towards visitors to the hospital To facilitate any measures to help achieve directorate and Trust targets and disseminate all appropriate information to all members of the nursing team

Supporting Clinical Excellence



Take responsibility for the management and organisation of the clinical area Participate in setting and reviewing standards for practice and evaluating outcomes as part of the clinical governance agenda Undertake the generic instructors course (NLS) Undertake the Trust Corporate and Directorate specific development and competency Programmes. To contribute to annual appraisal and be responsible for own personal performance/development plan to achieve KSF outline for role. Able to identify learning needs in self, negotiating a Personal Development Plan recognising own limitations. To undertake any expanded roles deemed necessary for the role following the Trust policy 'Expansion of Professional Practice for Registered Healthcare Practitioners To be responsible for the safe supply, storage, administration, checking and disposal of medications including controlled drugs. To promote and maintain effective communication both written and verbal.

Northampton General Hospital is one of the largest employers in the area and we are on an exciting journey. All of our divisions are committed to doing things better, with more efficiency as we update, modernise, and advance. We have also entered into a Group Model with neighbouring Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and become University Hospitals of Northamptonshire.



Our Excellence Values



Compassion



Accountability



Respect



Integrity



Courage



We want to recruit the best people to deliver our services across the University Hospitals of Northamptonshire and help to unleash everyone's full potential. As an organisation, we value how we communicate and promote our vacancies to all communities.



We are a Defence positive trust, supporting our reservists, veterans, spouses and partners.



The Hospital Group encourages applications from people who identify from all protected groups, especially those from BAME, Disabled and LGBTQ+ backgrounds as these are underrepresented in our hospitals.



We understand that we need to work with colleagues from diverse backgrounds and make sure the environment they work in is inclusive and collaborative.



We have active Networks that promote and support colleagues from all backgrounds. This ensures everyone feels supported and has a sense of belonging working for Kettering and Northampton General Hospitals.



Corporate Responsibilities



To work collaboratively with other colleagues across the Trust Act as a role model in customer service towards visitors to the hospital To facilitate any measures to help achieve directorate and Trust targets and disseminate all appropriate information to all members of the nursing team

Supporting Clinical Excellence



Take responsibility for the management and organisation of the clinical area Participate in setting and reviewing standards for practice and evaluating outcomes as part of the clinical governance agenda Undertake the generic instructors course (NLS) Undertake the Trust Corporate and Directorate specific development and competency Programmes. To contribute to annual appraisal and be responsible for own personal performance/development plan to achieve KSF outline for role. Able to identify learning needs in self, negotiating a Personal Development Plan recognising own limitations. To undertake any expanded roles deemed necessary for the role following the Trust policy 'Expansion of Professional Practice for Registered Healthcare Practitioners To be responsible for the safe supply, storage, administration, checking and disposal of medications including controlled drugs. To promote and maintain effective communication both written and verbal.

Supporting Patient Excellence



Actively undertake education, development and supervision of other staff members, assisting them in meeting work demands to provide a quality patient experience. Work collaboratively and co-operatively with others to meet the needs of patients and their families. To be responsible for the assessment of care needs and the development, implementation and evaluation of patient care. To coordinate the patients' discharge arrangements in accordance with NGH Local Discharge Policy. To ensure the education of patients and their carers as required where a need has been identified.

People/Management Excellence



Assist the ward manager and PDF in the completion of a training needs analysis and ensure compliance of the team with Trust expectations in relation to mandatory training and appraisals Assist the ward manager in the development of team members, participating in the performance of staff appraisal using the NHS knowledge and skills framework Assist the Ward Manager in the monitoring workload and skill mix, planning off duty rota, ensuring the ward operates effectively and safely Assist the Ward Manager in managing the team in accordance with Trust policies and procedure i.e. performance management issues as necessary Participate in the recruitment and selection of staff for the ward including orientation of new staff To maintain a suitable learning environment for staff and act as a facilitator/mentor/preceptor in the supervision and teaching of less experienced staff, supporting and facilitating the development of competencies across all staff levels To plan, deliver and evaluate teaching sessions on a regular basis, both formal and cot side To provide work based learning to staff at all levels, highlighting any development concerns To identify learning needs for the clinical area in association with the ward manager and PD nurse To promote a positive learning environment To act as a mentor for students and to support mentors in the clinical area To act as a resource for student learners and facilitate to achieve their clinical skills and developing their clinical knowledge Act as a resource and link with the Universities and Neonatal Network (EMNODN) and attending meetings as required Attend paediatric practice development meeting and take forward any actions with the clinical team

Quality Assurance and Monitoring



Actively promote evidence-based practice within the clinical area Contribute to audit initiatives. Participate in setting and reviewing standards for practice and evaluating outcomes as part of the clinical governance agenda. To maintain and promote an awareness of evidence-based practice and participate in its implementation. To drive research and service improvement/ development programmes within the department.

Supporting Financial Excellence



To develop and maintain an understanding of budgeting, exercising care and economy in the ordering and use of equipment, supported by the ward manager in the control of departmental budget * To be responsible for the effective and efficient use of clinical and physical resources.