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Junior Sister/Charge Nurse (Ambulatory Emergency Care Unit)

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Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust

1mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior & Mid Level
  • Healthcare
    Education & Teaching

AI generated summary

  • You must be NMC registered, have a nursing degree, mentorship and leadership course, Advanced Life Support certification, Emergency Care experience, and strong communication skills.
  • You will assess and treat patients, provide support to the team, lead care standards, triage referrals, administer medications, ensure patient flow, and facilitate clinic activities.

Requirements

  • Current first or second level NMC Registration
  • Completed Nursing degree or working towards
  • Portfolio of evidence demonstrating continuous personal, professional and academic development at the level of advance nursing practice
  • Mentorship/teaching course
  • Leadership Course
  • Advanced Life Support provider
  • Significant experience of working in Emergency Care- e.g., Emergency Department/Acute Medicine or Surgical Assessment
  • Evidence of up-to-date standards of clinical practice
  • Able to demonstrate MDT working
  • Experience of coordinating a ward/department and leading a team
  • Experience of working in Ambulatory Emergency Care
  • Experience of undertaking research and audit
  • Clinical practice skills and knowledge relevant to role
  • Leadership skills
  • Excellent communication skills (written & verbal)
  • Evidence of effective change management skills
  • Awareness of current professional nursing issues
  • Good IT Skills with ability to present information appropriately
  • Flexible shifts
  • To work in other areas of the department and Trust when required

Responsibilities

  • Assess, investigate and treat patients within the Medical SDEC
  • Provide advice and support to other members of the team to ensure appropriate assessment, planning and implementation of clinical care.
  • To carry out specialist clinical procedures within clinical competence
  • To lead and monitor the performance & standards of care within the nursing team with Unit Managers, to facilitate the development of the service and personal development of all staff within the clinical area of nursing/clinical care.
  • To deputise for the Ward Matrons in their absence, attending appropriate meetings, maintaining an organised and structured workforce.
  • Receive & triage calls from GP Primary care and Emergency Department referrals making daily decisions with guidance from lead Consultant.
  • Clinical care implementations such as drug administration both oral and intravenous medication, venepuncture and cannulation, leg dressings and catheter insertions, ECG and vital signs recording with NEWS/MEOWS application.
  • Ensure effective patient flow on the department.
  • Communicate and liaise with MDT, specialities and facilitate appropriate referrals.
  • Support Ward managers, Junior staff and students in maintaining high standard of service.
  • Facilitate clinic activities for DVT, Pleural, Lumbar Puncture and Ascetic Drains.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Junior Sister/Charge Nurse in the Ambulatory Emergency Care Unit.

What is the duration of the contract for this position?

The position is a 12-month fixed term or secondment to cover maternity leave.

Where is the job located?

The job is located at Wexham Park Hospital.

What is the primary aim of the Medical Same Day Emergency Care (SDEC) service?

The primary aim of the SDEC service is to prevent unnecessary hospital admissions while delivering an improved patient experience.

What qualifications are required for this position?

Essential qualifications include current first or second level NMC Registration, a completed Nursing degree or working towards one, a portfolio of evidence demonstrating continuous professional development, and a mentorship/teaching course.

Is experience in Emergency Care required for this role?

Yes, significant experience of working in Emergency Care, such as in an Emergency Department or Acute Medicine, is required.

What type of skills are emphasized for this role?

Essential skills include clinical practice skills relevant to the role, leadership skills, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and IT skills for presenting information.

Will this position require flexible working hours?

Yes, the position requires flexible shifts and possibly working in other areas of the department and Trust when required.

What opportunities for personal and professional development does the Trust provide?

The Trust offers first-class development opportunities, including a range of professional, management, leadership, and clinical skills training.

How does Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust support work-life balance?

The Trust recognizes the importance of a healthy work-life balance and encourages flexible working patterns to meet both staff and service needs.

Are there any desirable qualifications for this position?

Yes, desirable qualifications include a Leadership Course and an Advanced Life Support provider certification.

What experience would be advantageous for this role?

Desirable experience includes working in Ambulatory Emergency Care and undertaking research and audit.

What is the Trust's commitment towards sustainability?

The Trust is committed to sustainability and the NHS Net Zero ambition, focusing on environmentally responsible and energy-efficient practices in all areas of care and operations.

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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.

Science & Healthcare
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10,001+
Employees
2014
Founded Year

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.