About this role
Job summary
The candidate must have the ability to demonstrate competency in all extended ED or acute medicine roles, such as patient triaging, wound care, phlebotomy and cannulation skills.
Ability to independently co-ordinate the department
Ability to supervise workload of self and others
Ability to teach self and others
Demonstrate commitment to support national, Trust and ED strategies and objectives as this department works very closely with ED
Main duties of the job
The post holder will play a key role in supporting the nurse managers in providing high quality care. He/she will be prepared to work within the division as a named nurse, within a team taking responsibility for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating care.
The post holder will be a clinically credible practitioner who can provide effective patient care in a range of clinical settings, having regard for relevant policies and evidence base nursing.
About us
Our people are our greatest asset. When we feel supported and happy at work, this positivity reaches those very people we are here for, the patients. Engaged employees perform at their best and our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) initiatives contribute to cultivate a culture of engagement. We have four staff networks, a corporate EDI Team and a suite of programmes and events which aim to insert the 5 aspirations:
Improving representation at senior levels of staff with disabilities, from black, Asian, and ethnic minorities background, identify as LGBTQ+ and women, through improved recruitment and leadership development Widening access (anchor institution) and employability Improving the experience of staff with disability Improving the EDI literacy and confidence of trust staff through training and development Making equalities mainstream
Job description Job responsibilities
Actively participate in the delivery of care. Care for patient with regard to their individual care needs whilst maintaining patient dignity and confidentiality in accordance with the NMC code of conduct Practise and promote nursing care to the highest standard in accordance with the Trust's policies, procedures and the NMC Code of Conduct, and fulfil PREP requirements. Establish a supportive and organised working environment conducive to the well being of patients and carers. Develop, promote and maintain effective communication and working relationships with all members of the multi-disciplinary team, patients and carers. Practise in a professional manner at all times, acting as a role model and resource for peers and junior colleagues whilst offering support and leadership. Determine nursing priorities and plan patient care according to staff availability. Inform Clinical Nurse manager or Matron when changes occur in circumstances which affect the delivery of care. Having regard to the workload of, and the pressures on colleagues, inform the Nurse in Charge or Matron if these are seen to jeopardise safe standards of practise. Ensure that all clinical and legal documents completed are both accurate and legible and that the nurses understand the relevance and confidentiality of their nature. Promote the provision of a customer-orientated service. All trust employees are required to observe and comply with the Trust's policies and procedures for infection control ensuring the environment in which they work is safe, clean and tidy. The use of standard infection control precautions is mandatory for all staff to prevent or minimize the spread of microorganisms and communicable diseases to patients, staff and surrounding community. Perform an expanded role of duties including Phlebotomy, IV cannulation etc. Be familiar with the Major Incident Plan and own role within it.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training Essential
Registered Nurse Level 1 register 1st Level Degree or equivalent Teaching and assessing qualification
Experience Essential
Minimum two years post-registration experience Experience of working within the multidiciplinary team Experience of liaising with other agencies Ability to work autonomously Good time management and prioritisation skills
Desirable
Previous experience in the ED or SDEC areas
Knowledge Essential
Knowledge and understanding of the relevant NICE guidance Evidence of continued professional development of self and other health care professionals
Desirable
Knowledge of research and audit
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust
Address University Hospital Lewisham
Lewisham High St,
London
SE13 6LH
Employer's website https://www.lewishamandgreenwich.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)