Job Description

The Post holder will be responsible for the assessment of the needs, development of programmes of care, and for the implementation and evaluation of these programmes for patients and their relatives.



To provide a high standard of clinical nursing within the ward / department



To manage a group of patients



To take charge of the ward when rostered and assessed as competent to take on the roles and responsibilities of leadership and supervision



To act as a role model to students and Nursing Assistants, Assistant Practitioners/Trainees and Nursing Associates/Trainees.



To present a positive, professional image of the organisation and of the nursing team



The Post holder will be responsible for the assessment of the needs, development of programmes of care, and for the implementation and evaluation of these programmes for patients and their relatives.



To provide a high standard of clinical nursing within the ward / department



To manage a group of patients



To take charge of the ward when rostered and assessed as competent to take on the roles and responsibilities of leadership and supervision



To act as a role model to students and Nursing Assistants, Assistant Practitioners/Trainees and Nursing Associates/Trainees.



To present a positive, professional image of the organisation and of the nursing team



University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust is one of the largest and most modern in the country. Based across two sites, Royal Stoke in Stoke-on-Trent and County Hospital in Stafford, we are proud to serve around three million people and we're highly regarded for our facilities, teaching and research. We are the specialist centre for major trauma for the North Midlands and North Wales.



All of our employees make a valuable contribution regardless of role here at UHNM and we are proud of our wide range of development packages aimed at ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to fulfil their true potential.



UHNM create and encourage a culture of inclusion, providing equal opportunities for career development that are fair and transparent. We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture in which all staff feel valued and respected. In return we ask all of our employees to make a commitment to the values, co-created by or staff, patients and carers, and that unite us as a Trust.



At University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust we know that investing in, supporting and developing our staff has a direct impact on the quality of care that we deliver. Our employees are as important as our patients and the population that we serve.



Communicate using a range of methods to ensure a caring, sensitive and empathetic manner to patients and their relatives.



Communicate sensitive information about patients to other members of the health care team and with the consent of the patient to their relatives.



Demonstrate excellent communication skills when dealing with difficult situations provide clear and concise patient handover to other members of the team.



Escalate concerns in a patient's condition to senior members of the nursing team, medical staff Initiate referrals to other members of the healthcare team.



To report ward and departmental affairs to the Sister / Charge Nurse and to participate in discussions and ward meetings.



Ensure that patients concerns are addressed through liaison with senior staff.



To communicate in a professional manner with all patients and visitors to the ward /department.



Promote equality and diversity ensuring that the individual needs of the patients and their families are recognised.



Take personal responsibility for ensuring communication relating to patient discharge is accurate.



It is expected that ALL employees of the Trust will take part in the appraisal process each year with the first appraisal taking place within the first 6 months from appointment



The post hold will demonstrate the skills for assessing and interpreting specialist, acute and other patient conditions, initiating actions as appropriate.



Can prioritise workload to manage the care of a group of patients.



When rostered in charge, to take action to ensure safe staffing levels on each shift.



When rostered in charge have an overview of all patients on the ward, receiving handover on all patients and able to give advice to other staff member



To have digital dexterity to manage fine movements regarding treatments and equipment such as cannulation, medication administration and clinical procedures.



Be responsible for the assessment of needs, development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of patient care in line with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) code of Professional Conduct and reflect the Trust's policies, procedures, standards and guidelines.



To facilitate the admission and discharge of patients liaising with other agencies to ensure continuity of care between hospital and community.



Ensure the delivery of holistic patient care recognising the individual needs of patients and their relatives.



To have a working knowledge of the policies and procedures of the University Hospitals of North Midlands (NHS) Trust, and an ability to perform against those policies



Responsible for the security, proper and safe use of all Trust equipment.



To be responsible for the maintenance of equipment within the ward or department with regular checking of all equipment and ensuring that repairs are performed as soon as possible.



Assist in the management of resources by participating in the selection, ordering and monitoring of departmental stock items, keeping within the financial constraints of the allocated budget.



To ensure the safe keeping of patients property and valuables inline with Trust Policy.



Participate in clinical supervision and reflective practice participate in teaching and supervision of students, nursing assistants, apprentice nursing assistants, Trainee Assistant Practitioners and Trainee Nursing Associates



As a shift leader provide support, supervision and direction to clinical colleagues by acting as a professional, credible role model.



Maintain accurate records relating to a patients condition.



Ensure that nursing activities are evidence based.



Undertake surveys as necessary to own work / complex surveys relating to the project.



To participate in maintaining and monitoring standards of care to the optimum level



Works autonomously. Required to act independently within appropriate guidelines, deciding when it is necessary to refer to their manager.



Will be required to be able to undertake a range of manual procedures including assistance with the movement of patients and equipment



To be able to manoeuvre between patient's quickly to ensure emergency situations can be attended in a timely fashion.



Concentration for writing care plans. Ability to interpret complex information when there may be frequent, unplanned interruptions throughout the shift.



May be exposed to distressing circumstances around breaking bad news, dealing with bereaved relatives.



Office conditions / VDU use.



Frequent exposure to body fluid and unpleasant odours during the delivery of direct patient care



To take every reasonable opportunity to maintain and improve your professional knowledge and competence



To maintain your live NMC registration and revalidation



Be expected to work in other areas within the Trust as required to support staffing issues.