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Junior Sister / Charge Nurse

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Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust

12d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior, Mid & Senior Level
  • Healthcare
  • Reading

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  • You must have NMC/HCPC registration, sedation qualification, nursing degree, leadership course, mentorship qualification, IV cannulation, relevant experience, and effective communication skills.
  • You will assess care needs, develop care plans, lead the IR nursing team, support staff development, manage operations, and ensure patient and staff safety.

Requirements

  • NMC / HCPC registration.
  • National Safe sedation qualification
  • Nursing degree or working towards a degree.
  • Significant post qualification experience in a relevant clinical field.
  • Leadership Course
  • Formal mentorship / assessment qualification e.g. completion of the Trust associate mentorship programme.
  • Relevant specialist course
  • IV cannulation trained
  • Own continuing professional development
  • Significant post qualification experience in a relevant clinical field/ Interventional Radiology
  • Relevant clinical experience in theatres.
  • Experience with EPR/ EPIC system.
  • Effective communication skills (verbal & written)
  • Ability to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of their own clinical practice
  • Ability to perform in highly stressful and complex situations
  • Ability to use reflective practice to continuously improve the standard of patient care
  • Works under own initiative with strong organisational skills
  • Ability to work under pressure and manage demanding workload
  • Basic IT skills

Responsibilities

  • To work according to the NMC Code of Conduct (2008)/ HCPC Standards of Conduct, Performance and Ethics (2008)/HCPC Standards of Proficiency for ODP’s (2008).
  • To be responsible and accountable for the assessment of care needs and the development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care without supervision for a defined group of patients.
  • To lead and monitor the performance and standards of care within the Interventional Radiology Nursing team.
  • In conjunction with the Band 7 team leader, facilitate the development of the service and personal development of all staff within the clinical area of responsibility.
  • To deputise for the Band 7 team leader in their absence, attending appropriate meetings, maintaining an organised and structured workforce.
  • To lead the Nurses with the day-to-day operational requirements of the IR team ensuring efficient use of room utilisation whilst maintaining a safe environment for patients and staff.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title for this position is Junior Sister / Charge Nurse in Interventional Radiology.

Where is this position located?

This position is located at Frimley Park Hospital, part of the Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust.

What is the employment status of this role?

This is a permanent, full-time position.

What is the band level for this role?

The band level for this role is Band 6.

What are the main responsibilities of the Junior Sister / Charge Nurse?

The main responsibilities include providing expert clinical care, leadership, operational coordination, assessment and evaluation of patient care, and ensuring safety and quality standards within the Interventional Radiology team.

What qualifications are required for this position?

Required qualifications include NMC / HCPC registration, a national safe sedation qualification, and a nursing degree or working towards one.

Is prior experience required for this role?

Yes, significant post-qualification experience in a relevant clinical field is required.

What are some desirable criteria for candidates applying for this position?

Desirable criteria include completion of a leadership course, formal mentorship/assessment qualification, relevant specialist course, and IV cannulation training.

Are there opportunities for personal development?

Yes, Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust provides first-class development opportunities and training for all staff.

What support does the Trust provide for work-life balance?

The Trust encourages flexible working arrangements and recognizes the importance of maintaining a healthy work-life balance for staff and the patients they care for.

What types of services will the Junior Sister / Charge Nurse coordinate?

The role involves coordinating services in areas such as angiography, CT, ultrasound, and nurse-led sedation.

Does the Trust have a commitment to sustainability?

Yes, the Trust is committed to sustainability and aims to meet the NHS Net Zero ambition by embedding sustainable practices across operations and care delivery.

Will the Junior Sister / Charge Nurse have leadership responsibilities?

Yes, they will lead the nursing team, monitor performance standards, and may deputize for the Band 7 team leader when required.

Is experience in Interventional Radiology necessary?

Significant post-qualification experience in a relevant clinical field, particularly Interventional Radiology, is essential for this role.

What skills are essential for candidates applying for this position?

Essential skills include effective communication, the ability to evaluate clinical practice, performance under stress, and strong organizational abilities.

Are there any specific IT skills required for this role?

While basic IT skills are desirable, effective use of electronic patient record systems like EPR/EPIC is an advantage.

How does the Trust support professional development?

The Trust offers a variety of professional, management, leadership, and clinical skills training to support continuing professional development.

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Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust

Our vision is to be a leader in health and wellbeing, delivering exceptional services for our communities.

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Mission & Purpose

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust (FHFT) has an outstanding reputation and a proud record of achievement. As well as a performing, well led and ambitious Foundation Trust, we have exciting times ahead of us. The Trust’s vision is to lead in delivering exceptional health and well being services to our communities. Turning our vision into reality, we are continuing to make significant invest in our infrastructure and facilities, striving for excellence and empowering our people to deliver excellence. Providing a supportive, dynamic MDT working environment, allowing our teams to deliver high quality patient care and achieving work life balance, whilst encouraging continuous professional development. We are proud of the ambitions laid out in our strategy, Our Future FHFT, including our vision to be a leader in Health & Wellbeing, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. Services are delivered from three main hospital sites: Frimley Park Hospital (Camberley) Heatherwood Hospital (Ascot) Wexham Park Hospital (Slough) Additionally, the Trust delivers outpatient and diagnostic services from Aldershot, Farnham, Fleet, Windsor, Maidenhead and Bracknell bringing a range of services closer to these communities. We are also proud to host the Defence Medical Group South East at Frimley Park with military surgical, medical and nursing personnel working alongside the hospital's NHS staff providing care to patients in all specialties. We have also made significant investment in our quality improvement and digital programmes to support our vision and we will ensure that we achieve our aim of providing the highest quality healthcare to our patients. Our new EPR – Epic – went live in June 2022 and we are already beginning to reap the benefits of this ambitious investment. Our three core values, and the behaviours that support them, guide everything we do and set out what we expect of our staff in the way they treat patients.