About this role
Job summary
We are seeking an experienced nurse to join our central London teaching hospital as a Band 6 Paediatric Deputy Charge Nurse in the Emergency Department. This is a prime opportunity for an enthusiastic Paediatric Emergency Nurse to be part of one of the UK's largest and most successful Foundation Trusts, renowned internationally for innovation. Our £21.7 million Emergency Department redevelopment has expanded Majors and Rapid Assessment Treatment bays, enhancing services for over 142,000 patients annually.
Why join us? Our fully funded Development Programme supports your Band 6 career with academic courses and study days to enhance leadership and nursing skills. You'll receive funding and study leave for career growth. Our supportive team includes Senior Nurses, a Matron, a Consultant Nurse, and accredited advanced clinical practitioners (ACPs) and Emergency Nurse Practitioners (ENPs).
Main duties of the job
The role of the Deputy Charge Nurse within the Emergency Department is key to ensuring the safe care of patients attending the UCH as emergencies. When in charge, you willbe responsible forensuring the management and supervision of the nursing staff in within the ED during your shift along with the Consultant in Charge of the department. You will assist the Senior Nurse and Charge Nurses in leading the nursing staff in ensuring quality of care and meeting and sustaining performance against the Care Quality Indicators ( CQIs) for Emergency Services You will assist the Senior Nurse and Charge Nurses to ensure the educational needs of the ED are met. In the event ofa major incident (MAJAX) you willbe responsible forassistingin the co-ordination of the EDresponse.
If you aim to advance your career in a hospital with cutting-edge technology, apply online. All positions require internal rotation to night duty and pro-rata weekends/Bank Holidays. This vacancy may close early, so submit your application promptly.
Join us for a fulfilling career in a leading hospital dedicated to staff and patient excellence.
About us
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.
We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:
University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)
National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery
Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitals
University College Hospital Grafton Way Building
Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicine
University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre
The Hospital for Tropical Diseases
University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street
We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.
We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout
Job description Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
The role of the Deputy Charge Nurse within the Emergency Department is key to ensuring the safe care of patients attending the UCH as emergencies. When in charge, you will be responsible for ensuring the management and supervision of the nursing staff in within the ED during your shift along with the Consultant in Charge of the department. You will assist the Senior Nurse and Charge Nurses in leading the nursing staff in ensuring quality of care and meeting and sustaining performance against the Care Quality Indicators ( CQIs) for Emergency Services You will assist the Senior Nurse and Charge Nurses to ensure the educational needs of the ED are met.. In the event of a major incident (MAJAX) you will be responsible for assisting in the co-ordination of the ED response.
1. Professional Conduct: Work according to the NMC Code and relevant guidelines as a named nurse, ensuring high standards of patient care, assessing nursing and health education needs, and managing care programs, including discharge planning.2. Ward Management: Act as a deputy for ward organization and management, developing skills in ward/department management and providing leadership in the absence of the senior sister/charge nurse.3. Strategy Implementation: Promote and implement UCLH Nursing & Midwifery strategy and Core Standards, contributing to the Trusts Top 10 Objectives.4. Quality Initiatives: Develop and implement Audit, Quality, and Risk Management initiatives.5. Teaching and Mentoring: Teach, facilitate, mentor, and precept student nurses, participating in clinical supervision programs.Key Working RelationshipsWork alongside Band 6.5 and Band 7 nurses, supported by a Band 7 Team Leader, Matron, and Senior Nurses. Manage a team of Band 3 Nursing Assistants and Band 5 and 6 nurses. Collaborate with the clinical practice facilitator team for staff training and development. Build relationships with the ED medical team, management team, and senior operations team.Key Results Areas Communication: Maintain effective communication, convey complex information, ensure patient documentation accuracy, provide health information, and maintain confidentiality. Personal and People Development: Educate patients and carers, participate in appraisals and staff development, and act as a preceptor/mentor for staff and students. Health, Safety, and Security: Ensure a safe environment, adhere to Trust policies, manage risks, and ensure safe drug custody and administration. Service Improvement: Develop and monitor nursing practice standards, deliver evidence-based care, and contribute to research and development programs. Quality: Maintain a safe, welcoming environment, participate in quality audits, and handle complaints per UCLH policy. Equality and Diversity: Act in accordance with the Trusts Equal Opportunity policy, respecting diversity and individual preferences. Care Planning: Ensure appropriate patient care plans, coordinate discharge arrangements, and supervise junior staff. Information Processing: Use electronic patient records and ensure accurate data collection. Learning and Development: Assist with staff induction, establish clinical supervision, and contribute to a learning environment. Financial Management: Manage resources effectively, ensuring appropriate staffing and prudent use of bank and agency staff. People Management: Provide nursing leadership, supervise team members, develop management skills, participate in recruitment and appraisal processes, and monitor performance.
Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! : University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
*In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the second year in a row.
UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
Once again, UCLH has received the highest score of all general acute and acute/community NHS trusts in England for staff that would recommend us as a place to work.
Person Specification
Knowledge & Qualifications Essential
Registered Nurse Part 1, 2 or relevant section of the register Level 2 Trauma Course - University/ATNC/TNCC/ETC A&E Course/Capital Nurse QIS Degree Completion of RCN level 1 and Level 2 Competancies. Completion of NMTNG Level 2 Competencies. ALS course Triage trained
Experience Essential
Substantial experience in Emergency Nursing - part of which might be at Band 6 Senior Staff Nurse level in an acute Emergency department Leadership experience - leading clinical areas without supervision Mentoring and supporting junior staff
Communication Essential
Communicates effectively verbally, in writing and in electronic formats
Personal And People Development Essential
Demonstrates evidence of professional development in line with KSF, maintains updated Portfolio Demonstrates an awareness of the role of preceptor/facilitator Reflective in Practice
Quality Essential
Demonstrates understanding of principles of Clinical Governance, e.g. Risk Management, audit & quality
Provision of care to meet health and wellbeing needs Essential
Articulates reasons for desire to work in this clinical areas
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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 University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address University College London Hospital
235 Euston Road
London
NW1 2BU
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.uclh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)