Deputy Sister / Charge Nurse - Neurology Ward
Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Oxford
Deputy Sister / Charge Nurse - Neurology Ward
£39959-£48117
Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Oxford
- Part time
- Temporary
- Onsite working
Posted today, 6 Aug | Get your application in now to be one of the first to apply.
Closing date: Closing date not specified
Job ref: 98bcadf0819b44d397f65a50146c5ea9
Location ref: Oxford
Full Job Description
- Provide exceptional patient care which is underpinned by evidence based practice and OUH values.
- Work in partnership with the patients' family and friends to be actively involved in the caring process on behalf of the patient.
- Manage, direct and evaluate the nursing care for a defined caseload of patients.
- Communicate effective information to patients/relatives/carers/ and all members of the multidisciplinary team.
- Demonstrate high standards of nursing care, reflecting the beliefs about professional nursing practice and patient care commensurate with The Oxford Model for Exemplary Professional Nursing and Midwifery Practice.
- Develop and maintain specialist knowledge of nursing practice relevant to the clinical area.
- Undertake the responsibilities associated with being a mentor and preceptor reflecting the beliefs about professional nursing practice and patient care commensurate with the Oxford Model for Exemplary Professional and Nursing and Midwifery Practice.
- Demonstrably contribute towards the continuing development of professional nursing practice in the department.
- Conduct oneself in a professional manner and be a role model to others at all times commensurate with The Code (NMC 2015).
- Work proactively to ensure every hospital visit meets the needs of the patient and that they are discharged in a timely manner ensuring effective communication with the family and/or relevant agencies as agreed., Fantastic opportunity for a highly motivated and experienced nurse to join this exciting role within Neurosciences. The main purpose of the role is,
- To co-ordinate the efficient and effective running of the Neurosurgery in patient wards.
- To manage the resources to deliver a safe and effective service, managing a team of Registered Nurses and Nursing Assistants.
- To establish and maintain key working relationships within and external to the departments, including the administrative, nursing and medical colleagues
- To participate in departmental management and governance arrangements, and to represent the department at relevant Trust wide meetings
- To contribute to the development of the departments in line with Trust's Strategic Objectives, Nursing and Midwifery at Oxford is an exciting and dynamic place to be a nurse, researcher, educator and leader, but is only as innovative as the people in our amazing teams. Providing the best evidence-based individualised care is core to everything we do. We are deeply committed to caring for and developing each other, with staff being encouraged to undertake further study within their speciality area. Our aim is to be the best at all we do through our research and innovation initiatives and partnerships; rather than just say we're the best, we will be able to prove it. The Trust is a founding member of The Oxford Institute for Nursing, Midwifery and Allied Health Research (OxINMAHR). OxINMAHR is one of only six Department of Health accredited centres of excellence, and forms an essential component of our vision of translating research to deliver evidence based care and innovation for patient benefit. We wish to welcome you to be part of our work.Detailed job description and main responsibilities What we can offer you: We are a dynamic unit aiming to provide a service tailored to the individuals needs' as well as ensuring our staff are supported through regular clinical supervision, educational programs and on-going professional development. The ward actively supports nurse-led activities, offering opportunities for professional and personal development. Our focus is always to provide the best possible patient care and our values reflect those of the Trust: Compassion, Delivery, Excellence, Learning, Respect and Improvement. What we are looking for : We are looking for a dynamic and innovative nurse keen to develop managerial skills with the ability to problem solve, demonstrate leadership, and be motivated to support the ward sister, as well as role modelling and supporting junior team members and students.
- Able to demonstrate the ability to put patients at the heart of what you do and recognising different needs by encouraging a spirit of support, integrity, respect and teamwork.
- Able to proactively support colleagues in the delivery of care commensurate with Trust values and behaviours.
- Demonstrates ability to manage, direct and evaluate the nursing care for a defined caseload of patients. Desirable criteria
- Leadership and Management
- Previous experience of managing clinical incidents and complaints. Sexual Safety Charter: In 2023 NHS England launched its first sexual safety charter, and our Trust proudly signed it. We pledge zero tolerance for inappropriate sexual behaviour and commit to the ten core principles, You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research. The Trust comprises of four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury. Our values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues and the wider community. We call this Delivering Compassionate Excellence and its focus is on our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence., Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust has a rich tradition of developing Nursing and Midwifery practice, and of delivering excellence in patient care. Whilst proud of our heritage, our focus is the future, and central to our vision is providing evidence and value-based individualised care to the people we support., Oxford University Hospitals promotes a safe, respectful hiring environment. If you want to make a difference with us, come and join our team. Together, we will uphold the highest standards of care and professionalism.
Direct job link
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