Job Description

Band 6 Cardiac Intensive Care Unit Deputy Sister / Charge Nurse



An exciting opportunity has arisen f or a highly motivated, committed and enthusiastic intensive care nurse to join our dynamic Cardiac Intensive Care nursing team.



Our Cardiac Intensive Car e Unit specialises in nurse led fast track recovery for elective and emergency cardiac surgery patients und ergoing CABG, valve replacement and aortic dissection repair . T he Unit is busy, dynamic and requires nurses that enjoy working in a fast paced and exciting environment. The unit also supports patients who require level 3 on-going critical care interventions in the post-op erative period.



We are looking for an individual who can manage and organise their time whilst leading a team. This p ost offers an excellent career progression opportunity for an experienced intensive care nurse. As the CICU Deputy Sister/ Charge nurse , you will be supervising the team and the quality of care delivered in the Unit , and coordinating the patients flow from theatres into CICU, and from CICU to the ward . You will act as an excellent role model, clinical practitioner and promote professional practice



This role is eligible for visa sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route however sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements set by UKVI, including the relevant skill and salary thresholds (25000), and any role-specific criteria.



Role Summary



To plan, provide and evaluate skilled evidence based care to support and facilitate the delivery of high quality, individualised care for L2 & L3 critically ill patients and their relatives/carers without supervision and in collaboration with the multi-disciplinary team



To lead and direct the nursing care of other junior nurses, students and HCA's to maintain a high standard of excellent nursing care



To progress towards undertaking the shift leader role under the guidance of the nominated Team Leader and the Cardiac Surgery Clinical Educator



To support and develop colleagues by mentoring and assessing their skills and to promote clinical education



To be responsible for the continuing professional development and overall performance of a particular staff group and undertake performance developmental reviews/ appraisals



To fulfil Local / Trust requirements in specified audit / project work



To act as a clinical role model and leader for all members of staff providing daily unit management, continuity of care and a high standard of excellent nursing care



At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.



Candidate Pack



Clinical



To lead in the provision of the highest standards of evidence based nursing care that is in accordance with BSUH, local and national policies and guidelines



To be responsible for the safety of patients and quality of care delivered in one's own workload and able to work independently being fully competent



Assess, plan, implement and evaluate holistic programmes of patient care, by utilising and sufficiently maintaining care pathways/care plans used on the Cardiac Intensive Care Unit



To act as the patient's advocate and contribute to the provision of information to allow patient's and their families to make informed decisions regarding their care



Ensure due regard is given to the customs, values and spiritual beliefs of patients, relatives and staff and equal opportunities of practice whilst maintaining privacy and dignity



Provide specialist, technical and clinical advice to patients, relatives and multidisciplinary teams



Contribute to the multidisciplinary team working in the Cardiac Intensive Care Unit, e.g. regularly reviewing specialist team recommendations and referring patients, when appropriate , to other members of the MDT



To ensure the safe, smooth and efficient handover from theatre and anaesthetic staff of patients admitted following cardiac surgery



Confidently deal with emergency situations, including postoperative tamponade where a resternotomy may need to be performed, taking the lead until medical staff arrive, using management skills to direct care according to the situation.



Aim to reduce sensory overload / deprivation by promoting adequate sleep and rest and providing as quiet an environment as possible



Ensure that nursing documentation is maintained to the Trust's standards (including electronic records)



Ensure that staff adhere to NMC Code of Conduct and guidelines



Work in accordance with the Cardiac Intensive Care Unit philosoph y



Learning and Development



Attend mandatory training updates as required.



Undertake training as necessary in line with the development of the post and as agreed with the line manager as part of the personal development process.



Achieve and demonstrate agreed standards of personal and professional development within agreed timescales.



Identify own learning needs and jointly plan training requirements with your line manager



Participate in the Trust's appraisal process to discuss how your role will help deliver the best possible care to our patients and help to deliver any changes in service.



Health, safety and security



To be aware of own responsibilities in the event of a major incident and is familiar with the procedure



To Identify, assess and report the potential clinical risks in the critical care area, using appropriate assessment and preventative tools and completes clinical incident documentation appropriately, making recommendations and reviewing action instigated and reporting at relevant meetings



Maintain confidentiality of information at all times and has attended Trust Caldicott training



Has attended all Local/Trust/National mandatory/statutory training with appropriate updates



Ensure Health and Safety regulations are complied with



Competently use medical devices safely, undertaking necessary training / updates with completion of competency documentation where applicable



Comply with and promote knowledge of health and safety regulations including safe and secure handling of medicines



Maintain effective asepsis to reduce risk of cross infection through adherence to local / Trust infection control policies. Ensure effective hand washing techniques are adhered to and challenge unacceptable practice



Ensure safety checks / daily checks of equipment and take action when equipment malfunctions, and arrange for safe disposal / repair



In conjunction with senior nursing staff provide a safe and suitable environment for the physical and psychological well being of staff, patients and their relatives/carers and report any concerns



Ensure the correct equipment is used to reduce risk e.g. hoists, sliding sheets, goggles



Challenge individuals who are not readily identifiable and is aware of the channels of report in the event of an intruder being seen



Challenge individuals who put themselves or others at risk



Aware of policies related to health and well-being of staff e.g. harassment, bullying, and aggression



Ensure relatives and staff are advised of the need to keep valuables with them or lock them away. Adheres to correct procedure when dealing with patient's property