Sister - Band 6

+ Datix, complaints
+ E-rostering.
+ Daily ward management and leading the team with confidence
+ Supporting the Senior Sister
+ Undertake audits and participate in weekly quality meetings
+ Leading board rounds, MDT working,
+ Having difficult conversations,
+ Registered nurse with current NMC licence to practice.
+ Evidence of continued professional development i.e. a professional portfolio and participation in appraisal and development review. recruitment and retention
+ To have achieved a recognized teaching & assessing qualification.
+ Completion of training for additional clinical skills required in the department
+ Evidence of attendance at mandatory training appropriate to the role.
+ Competence in the use of computers and electronic communication systems or expectation to develop existing skills further as the needs of the service dictate.
+ Evidence of an ability to critically appraise and utilize research to maintain and improve patient care.
+ Renal and dialysis experience however desirable not essential

Working for our organisation
As the regional renal centre, we are friendly team who are keen to encourage and support the development of others, to ensure high standards of care are maintained, alongside the Trust Values.
If you are looking for a change of scene or a new challenge we would love to hear from you.

We are looking for a highly skilled band 5 or experienced band 6 nurse, who would be able to hit the ground running.
A good understanding or working knowledge of band 6 management roles would be advantageous.

If you apply for this vacancy and have not received a communication from North Bristol NHS Trust within three weeks of the closing date, please assume that on this occasion your application has been unsuccessful.
Please note that North Bristol NHS Trust does not reimburse travel expenses relating to interview attendance.
If you feel you meet the requirements of the Disability Act / Two Ticks scheme and require further support/advice, please contact us on tel .
North Bristol NHS Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
The successful applicant(s) will normally commence at the minimum of the scale unless they have previous NHS service at the same band. Progression through the scale is by annual increments.
At North Bristol Trust (NBT), we know diverse and inclusive environments lead to happier and healthier teams and improved patient care and outcomes. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where we all belong. We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are currently underrepresented in NBT's workforce at Band 8a and above. These include people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, disabled people and LGBTQIA+ people.
Please note that stringent pre-employment checks are undertaken on all successful applicants prior to commencement in post.

We have various Band 6 Sister posts within our Renal unit :
3 x Full time (37.5 hrs) Permanent
1 x Full time (37.5 hrs) Secondment - 12 months
You will be an experienced Band 5 or already a sister 6 Nurse looking for a change or an opportunity to shine and show your potential as a future Leader in Nursing care, Renal experience is not necessary as this will be taught.
Gate 8b Southmead Hospital, Westbury-on-trym, Bristol, BS10 5NB
Although your primary post will be based at your successful unit; You will be asked to support other areas within the division and especially the other renal units within NORTH Bristol Trust to gain interdisciplinary working, gain knowledge and auditing as well as networking with other teams.