Band 7 Senior Sister/Charge Nurse

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Our trust has around 10,000 staff serving 1.6 million patients. It comprises Barnet Hospital, Chase Farm Hospital, the Royal Free Hospital and more than 30 services in the community. This larger scale organisation provides an unprecedented opportunity for us to continue our pioneering work, particularly in finding ways to deliver even better care to our patients.

Our mission is to deliver world class care and expertise in our clinical services, underpinned by world class teaching and research and we will continue to measure our progress against our five governing objectives: excellent outcomes, excellent patient and staff experience, excellent value for taxpayers' money, being safe and meeting our external duties, and building a strong organisation.

Everyone is welcome at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust. We're proud of our diversity and we continue to undertake new initiatives to advance equality for LGBT+, BME, gender equality, staff carers and people with disabilities and lived experiences to promote good relations and understanding between our staff.

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Job overview

Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.

Main duties of the job

We are looking for an experienced registered nurse to take a Band 7 Senior Sister post in Tottenham Hale Kidney and Diabetic Centre a standalone satellite of Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.
The post holder will be expected to be a positive role model for our outpatient team of nurses, nursing assistants and administrative staff.
The post holder must be confident, driven to undertake hands on clinical work and have evidence of continuing professional and personal development.
Must have excellent communication and people management skills with a commitment to providing high standard of care.

To demonstrate clinical expertise in practice for at least 60% of time in own clinical area and 40% supervision and development of all staff including student nurses and support workers, providing support, advice and training.

Working for our organisation

The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests.

Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top

For more information please follow link https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.

Person specification

Education & professional Qualifications

Essential criteria

• 1st level registration with NMC
• First level Degree in Nursing or working towards
• Recognised teaching or mentorship qualification
• Post registration qualification relevant to specialty

Desirable criteria

• Advanced clinical assessment skills

Experience

Essential criteria

• Substantial post-registration experience in area of renal specialty.
• Previous experience of research and audit
• Recent senior nursing experience in a renal/heamodialysis setting
• Current / relevant experience in teaching, mentoring and staff development.
• Proven evidence of improving the patient experience

Desirable criteria

• Experience of leading and managing teams

Skills and Aptitudes

Essential criteria

• Skills and knowledge in managing and supporting patients with complex health needs
• Knowledge of current advances and pathways of care relevant to specialty
• Excellent communication skills and ability to negotiate and influence.
• Skilled in use of computer/keyboard
• Ability to problem-solve and prioritise, and to work to deadlines
• Ability to motivate staff and improve individuals and team performance.
• Ability to develop collaborative working relationships with different teams
• Demonstrates evidence of knowledge and ability to undertake change management
• Able to manage stressful situations and challenge decisions to ensure that patient needs are met

Personal Qualities and Attributes

Essential criteria

• Be a positive role model with the ability to demonstrate credible and professional approach.
• Evidence of proven, on-going professional development
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to work as a team and form professional relationships with colleagues.
• To be flexible and approachable

Desirable criteria

• Diplomatic and calm

Other

Essential criteria

• Flexible to meet the needs of the service

• Covid-19 Vaccination

  Getting vaccinated, and getting a booster, remains the best defence against COVID-19.
  We encourage and support staff to get COVID-19 vaccine and a booster dose as and when they are eligible.

• AT* - Apprenticeship Training. Where AT* is entered next to the job title indicates that this vacancy is for an apprenticeship role.
• By applying for this role, you accept if successful, that your personal data may be transferred from the Trust to another NHS organisation where your employment transfers within the NHS. This is in accordance with the streamlining programme which aims at saving you time and improving efficiencies within the NHS when your employment transfers. Therefore we require you to complete your stat and Man e-learning modules prior to joining our organisation.
• If you are an EU/EEA citizen who does not have EU Settlement or Pre-Settled status, you will require a visa to work in the UK.
• Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. Before submitting your application and to avoid disappointment please check that you are eligible under the UKVI points based system.
• If you are offered a role with one of the NLPSS partner trusts, as part of pre-employment checks your identity and right to work documentation will be verified remotely (in most circumstances), using a certified identity verification service provider TrustID. You will be asked to capture an image of the relevant documents as well as a "selfie" using your smartphone/tablet (if available) for facial matching. TrustID will also perform a digital address check using Trunarrative and Equifax, which is a soft check and does not leave a footprint on your credit rating. For more information, visit www.trustid.co.uk
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• The Trust will request a DBS (CRB) if post involves regulated activities. The Trust is compliant with the Disclosure and Barring Service Codes of practice and the Rehabilitation of offenders act.
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Applications are welcome from people wishing to job share or work flexible patterns. We are committed to equal opportunities.

Please note:

• Due to the high number of applications that are received for some posts we may close this vacancy before the advertised closing date. Therefore please apply for this post as soon as you can, if you are interested and you meet the requirements of the Person Specification
• Only those candidates who clearly demonstrate how they meet the person specification will be shortlisted for this job.
• Interview arrangements will be communicated via email so please check your email regularly following the closing date.

Please be advised that due to exceptionally high demand, all Royal Free accommodation is at full capacity and waiting lists are being held. Average waiting times are 12 months. Please do not rely on Trust accommodation when you commence your role and ensure you investigate alternative accommodation for your arrival.

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Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Documents to download

• Job Description & Person Specification (PDF, 528.3KB)
• Functional requirements (PDF, 111.1KB)