Job summary
- Main area
- Nursing
- Grade
- NHS AfC: Band 5
- Contract
- Bank: 1 day
- Hours
- Flexible working - 0 hours per week (Bank)
- Job ref
- 410-BANK-6838585
- Employer
- Liverpool Heart & Chest Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital
- Town
- Liverpool
- Salary
- £29,970 - £36,483 per annum
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 27/12/2024 23:59
Employer heading
Staff Nurse/ ODP Bank
NHS AfC: Band 5
As the largest single site specialist heart and chest hospital in the UK, we, at Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital, have a clear vision'to bethe best cardiothoracic integrated healthcare organisation'.
We provide specialist services in cardiothoracic surgery, cardiology, respiratory medicine including adult cystic fibrosis and diagnostic imaging, both in the hospital and out in the community.
We serve a catchment area of 2.8 million people, spanning Merseyside, Cheshire, North Wales and the Isle of Man, and increasingly we receive referrals from outside these areas for highly specialised services such as aortics.
Heart and lung disease continue to be amongst the biggest killers in the UK and the communities we serve are marked by increased prevalence of cardiovascular disease, higher levels of heart failure, hypertension, coronary artery disease and an ageing population.
Our reputation for strong performance is important in delivering thebest carefor our patients and high quality clinical services. This is underpinned by a culture of research and innovation, delivered in modern estate and facilitated by technology. New and upgraded clinical areas are designed with patients and families fully involved to deliver their needs.
As part of our long term plan, we aim to form strong clinical and organisational relationships where possible. There is clear evidence that partnerships improve patient care and enhance quality and we aim to collaborate with a range of other providers and professionals with the aimto extending access and improve quality.
Our vision is underpinned by five strategic goals:
- Quality:to deliver the highest quality, safest and best experience for patients and their families by providing reliable care
- Service and Innovation:to develop our service portfolio for patients by developing innovative models of care
- Value:to maintain financial viability, enhance service delivery and develop new models of care to improve the health of our patients and safely reduce costs
- Workforce:to be the best NHS Employer by 2019 by attracting and retaining the best staff to deliver excellent patient care
- Stakeholders:to develop productive relationships with key stakeholders in order to enhance our profile and reputation.
Our Mission
“Excellent, Compassionate and Safe care for every patient, every day”
Job overview
We are seeking applications from suitably skilled Band 5 Staff Nurses and ODPs to join our Bank to support our friendly and dynamic clinical areas.
As a Bank worker you will be part of a flexible workforce and have the opportunity to gain knowledge and experience by working in different areas in the Trust. We need workers who are available to work a variety of shift types, sometimes at short notice.
Main duties of the job
Assess plan, implement and evaluate programmes of evidence-based care (according to specialism).
Assist in the management and organisation of a clinical area.
Contribute to the development and supervision of other staff members.
Work collaboratively and co-operatively with others to meet the needs of patients and their families in line with patient and family centered care
Manage the safe and effective use of resources.
Participates in the education and development of other staff members.
Working for our organisation
As the largest single site specialist heart and chest hospital in the UK, we, at Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital, have a clear vision 'to be the best cardiothoracic integrated healthcare organisation'.
We provide specialist services in cardiothoracic surgery, cardiology, respiratory medicine both in the hospital and out in the community.
We serve a catchment area of 2.8 million people, spanning Merseyside, Cheshire, North Wales and the Isle of Man, and increasingly we receive referrals from outside these areas for highly specialised services such as aortics.
Our reputation for strong performance is important in delivering the best care for our patients and high quality clinical services. This is underpinned by a culture of research and innovation, delivered in modern estate and our encouragement of flexible working in a variety of forms.
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Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Clinical Responsibilities
Perform comprehensive assessment of patients nursing needs, plan, implement and evaluate care delivery according to changing health needs.
Collect, collate and report information, maintaining accurate patients records in line with NMC recommendations and Trust policy.
Participate in maintaining a safe, comfortable therapeutic environment for all patients and carers.
Involve patients and carers/family members in the planning and delivery of care.
Work collaboratively with other professionals and agencies to ensure needs are met in relation to care input and support for ongoing care needs.
Establish and maintain effective communication with patients and carers/family members consistent with their level of understanding and their culture.
Assess the potential risks involved within the scope of work activities, identifying how best to manage the risks.
Respect confidential information obtained in the course of professional practice and upholds the principles of Caldicott and the Data Protection Act.
Complete documentation via the electronic patient record system in line with NMC guidelines.
Managerial/Leadership
Co-ordinate the work of the nursing group/ team.
Take responsibility for co-ordinating a span of duty in the absence of the Ward Manager/Sister.
Supervise others and participate in their education and development.
Contribute to the development of services and make realistic suggestions on how services could be improved for patients and their relatives.
Ensure the effective and efficient use of physical resources.
Monitor and maintain the environment to ensure the health, safety, and security of self and others.
Education and Development
Develop own skills and knowledge and contribute to development of others.
Ensure own compliance and compliance of others with regard to mandatory training and NMC requirements.
Act as a mentor and assessor of nurses in training and newly qualified nurses.
Participate with patient and family engagement events, as per the Trusts patient and family experience vision.
Clinical Quality.
Acts consistently with policies, procedures and clinical guidelines and encourages others to do so.
Ensure due regard is given to customs, values and spiritual beliefs of patients and equality and diversity is upheld at all times.
Professional responsibilities:
· Maintain active status on the NMC / HCPC Register
· Act always in accordance with the NMC / HCPC Code of Conduct and guiding documents
· Adhere to the Trusts values and behaviours
· Adhere to Trust Policies and Procedures
· Maintain up to date skills and knowledge and maintain awareness of professional issues.
· Maintain a professional portfolio
· Undertake Clinical Supervision
CONFIDENTIALITY
All bank only workers must adhere to policies and procedures relating to Information Governance, Confidentiality and Information Security.
RISK MANAGEMENT
The Trust is committed to approaching the control of risks in a strategic and organised manner.
The postholder must be aware of their individual responsibilities as detailed in the Trusts Risk Management, Health & Safety and Incident policies, and those under the Health and Safety at Work Act. This includes the reporting of any untoward incident, accident, potential or actual hazard identified.
SAFEGUARDING
All staff are required to be familiar with the arrangements for safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults and support the organisation in promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.
Staff working directly with children, young people and vulnerable adults will have a responsibility to ensure safeguarding and promoting their welfare forms an integral part of their duties.
Staff who come into contact with children, vulnerable adults, parents and carers in the course of their work and/or have access to records will have responsibilities to safeguard and promote the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.
Staff who come into contact in the course of their duties, with parents, carers or other significant adults or children, young people and vulnerable adults should always be mindful of safeguarding and promotion of the welfare of these individuals.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- Registered Nurse / ODP with active PIN
- Evidence of continuing professional development linked to clinical competencies.
Desirable criteria
- Assessing and Mentoring Qualification
Experience
Essential criteria
- 12 Months Post Registration Experience
Desirable criteria
- Recent experience in a Hospital setting
- Previous experience of Cardiothoracic Surgery / Medical Nursing
Skills and abilities
Essential criteria
- Ability to plan and prioritise care for patients
- Commitment to patient and family centred care
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients, visitors and colleagues
- Have effective interpersonal skills
- Computer literate /Keyboard Skills
Desirable criteria
- Experience of supervising and training students
Values & Behaviours
Essential criteria
- Adopts a professional approach
- Commitment to patient and family centred care
Employer certification / accreditation badges
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
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Diane Batey
- Job title
- E-Rostering & Temporary Staffing Manager
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01516001492
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