Job overview

**This position is open to staff working at the Trust in the ‘ECT Family’ this includes current East Cheshire NHS Trust employees, both NHSP and ECT bank staff, ISS staff and volunteers at the Trust. Unfortunately, we cannot accept applications from applicants not listed within these groups.**

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 Sister or Charge Nurse  to  cover maternity leave

Outpatients has 3 areas, the post is to cover Orthopaedic Outpatients.

The successful applicant will support the management of delivery of best practice services to patients, from the fundamental aspects to advanced care interventions.

To support the development and to maintain and monitor standards of nursing care within the Departments, to effectively assist in managing clinical audits, competencies, demonstrate clinical knowledge and education within the Departments, prioritizing these in order to meet the requirements of the Trust.  To deputise in the absence of the Senior Sister.

Hours per week: 37.5

Please be advised we are unable to provide Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship to non-UK residents.

Main duties of the job

Demonstrate clinical knowledge of all specialities accommodated within the department

Contribute to the delivery of quality care by leading in the assessment, planning, provision and evaluation of care

Supports and monitors patients encouraging them to promote their own health and wellbeing

Through demonstration of advanced knowledge and skills maintain a high standard

To continually evaluate and update the department’s philosophy

Management

To be responsible for the creation and maintenance of the department roster using the eRostering system ensuring that the department is safely and fairly staffed

Allocates work to make the best use of the team and the abilities of all its members

To co-ordinate effective communication between all members of the multi-disciplinary team

To provide the team members with suitable learning opportunities to meet their personal objectives

To ensure the promotion of the safety of patients, staff and visitors to the department

To be aware of and work within the Trust’s Equal Opportunities Policy and to treat all contacts, staff or clients with dignity and respect

To participate in the Trust’s appraisal system

Working for our organisation

It is all about the people at East Cheshire NHS Trust. We have a real sense of community, and our values are truly embedded into everything we do, ensuring we are a great and inclusive place to work. You will be supported, developed and empowered throughout your career with us. Come and join us, where you can play your part in helping us deliver outstanding care and improving the health of all the people we serve.

Please be aware that this post requires an Enhanced with Barred list Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, the cost of which is payable by the successful candidate. If you have lived or worked abroad for 6 months or more in the last 5 years you will need to obtain an overseas police clearance. Further information can be found on the additional information links at the bottom of the advert.