Job Description

The post holder will be a clearly identifiable senior clinical staff member, and team leader. They will have significant clinical experience, provide sound clinical expertise to their team, and coordinate and deliver high quality care. They will be a role model for expert clinical care, and lead on specific projects / management functions as delegated by the Sister / Charge Nurse. They will role model the identified Trust values at all times.In general settings, they will be the assigned deputise for the Nurse in Charge generally known as a Charge Nurse, coordinating clinical, managerial and education requirements of the area, and being a role model for team members, whilst delivering and overseeing high standards of care.In specialist settings, they will have a significant level of specialist neonatal clinical knowledge and expertise in Neonatal care delivery. They will provide advice and guidance also, and generally be known as a senior staff nurse.Main duties of the job

• Lead on assessing planning and implementing high quality care, and evaluating care options for patients in the clinical area, in line with the Trust values and objectives
• Lead on complex clinical care for Neonatal patients
• Take charge of the unit, coordinating staffing, admissions, discharges
• Liaising on safeguarding
• Ensure the safe custody, maintenance and administration of medication, in accordance with established Trust policy
• Promote and maintain a safe therapeutic environment for patients, their families and staff, according to national and local Infection Control guidelines, Health & Safety legislation and Trust policies and objectives
• Assist in the Coordination of discharges and transfers, promoting timely and safe processes for them
• Ensure that patient flow and the management of beds is effective and safe
• Ensure the delivery of high quality end of life care in line with national pathways, e.g. Liverpool Care Pathway, through the provision of holistic palliative and terminal care
• Provide sound evidence based clinical advice as required to staff and patients
• Maintain a good understanding and implementation of clinical escalation procedures as required
• Understand the Trust clinical governance framework, and participate in the promoting and safeguarding of high standards of care, through effective risk management & governance, and adherence to the Trust values

About usChelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of England's top-performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sites--Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital--along with award-winning clinics across North West London.Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5 million, providing full clinical services, including maternity, A&E, and children's services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health clinics. The Care Quality Commission rates us 'Good' in safety, effectiveness, care, and responsiveness, and 'Outstanding' in leadership and resource use.We continually invest in our facilities, including a xc2xa330m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and Westminster and an xc2xa380m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Middlesex.We are committed to equal opportunities and believe that diversity drives innovation and excellence. As part of our dedication to equity, we actively welcome applications from individuals from the global majority, veterans and underrepresented communities. We value the unique perspectives and experiences that diverse teams bring and are committed to creating an environment where all voices are heard, respected, and empowered to succeed."If you haven't heard from us within three weeks of the closing date, your application was likely unsuccessful. Employment is subject to a six-month probationary period.Some roles may require weekend shifts at multiple sites.Date posted21 March 2025Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 6Salaryxc2xa342,939 to xc2xa350,697 a year per annum incl. HCASContractPermanentWorking patternFull-time, Flexible workingReference number289-SC-2311-DJob locationsWest Middlesex University HospitalTwickenham RdIsleworthTW7 6AFJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesClinicalLead on assessing planning and implementing high quality care, and evaluating care options for patients in the clinical area, in line with the Trust values and objectivesLead on complex clinical care for Neonatal patientsTake charge of the unit, coordinating staffing, admissions, dischargesLiaising on safeguardingEnsure the safe custody, maintenance and administration of medication, in accordance with established Trust policyPromote and maintain a safe therapeutic environment for patients, their families and staff, according to national and local Infection Control guidelines, Health & Safety legislation and Trust policies and objectivesAssist in the Coordination of discharges and transfers, promoting timely and safe processes for themEnsure that patient flow and the management of beds is effective and safeEnsure the delivery of high quality end of life care in line with national pathways, e.g. Liverpool Care Pathway, through the provision of holistic palliative and terminal careProvide sound evidence based clinical advice as required to staff and patientsMaintain a good understanding and implementation of clinical escalation procedures as requiredUnderstand the Trust clinical governance framework, and participate in the promoting and safeguarding of high standards of care, through effective risk management & governance, and adherence to the Trust valuesEnsure that the team promote, ensure and adhere to the Trust safeguarding policesPlease see attached job description and person specification to this advert for further details. Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesClinicalLead on assessing planning and implementing high quality care, and evaluating care options for patients in the clinical area, in line with the Trust values and objectivesLead on complex clinical care for Neonatal patientsTake charge of the unit, coordinating staffing, admissions, dischargesLiaising on safeguardingEnsure the safe custody, maintenance and administration of medication, in accordance with established Trust policyPromote and maintain a safe therapeutic environment for patients, their families and staff, according to national and local Infection Control guidelines, Health & Safety legislation and Trust policies and objectivesAssist in the Coordination of discharges and transfers, promoting timely and safe processes for themEnsure that patient flow and the management of beds is effective and safeEnsure the delivery of high quality end of life care in line with national pathways, e.g. Liverpool Care Pathway, through the provision of holistic palliative and terminal careProvide sound evidence based clinical advice as required to staff and patientsMaintain a good understanding and implementation of clinical escalation procedures as requiredUnderstand the Trust clinical governance framework, and participate in the promoting and safeguarding of high standards of care, through effective risk management & governance, and adherence to the Trust valuesEnsure that the team promote, ensure and adhere to the Trust safeguarding policesPlease see attached job description and person specification to this advert for further details.Person SpecificationEducation and qualificationsEssential

• Registered Nurse (child/adult)
• Post registration qualification relevant to area of speciality or equivalent Neonatal intensive care qualification
• Teaching/mentorship qualification

Desirable

• Degree/Diploma in Higher Education
• Degree or working towards one/Master's degree or working towards one

ExperienceEssential

• Relevant post registration experience at Band 5 level
• Wide variety of clinical experience
• Experience of excellence in leading all/part of a clinical team in practice
• Experience of teaching and supporting learners/new staff etc

Desirable

• Experience of clinical supervision
• Proven management experience

Skills and knowledgeEssential

• Proven clinical knowledge linked to area of speciality and excellence in care delivery
• Proven leadership and deputising skills in clinical area
• Proven knowledge of safety issues through clinical governance and risk management
• Excellent communication skills with patients, relatives, staff and external contracts including in challenging situations, demonstrating respect and kindness
• Ability and experience of managing change personally and as a facilitator
• Knowledge of current challenges and issues in nursing
• Commitment to teaching and learning for self and others
• Commitment to quality initiatives and research
• Clinical decision making skills and ability to prioritise workload
• Computer literate skills

Desirable

• Experience of data collection for quality monitoring/audit
• Experience of risk management/assessment

Person SpecificationEducation and qualificationsEssential

• Registered Nurse (child/adult)
• Post registration qualification relevant to area of speciality or equivalent Neonatal intensive care qualification
• Teaching/mentorship qualification

Desirable

• Degree/Diploma in Higher Education
• Degree or working towards one/Master's degree or working towards one

ExperienceEssential

• Relevant post registration experience at Band 5 level
• Wide variety of clinical experience
• Experience of excellence in leading all/part of a clinical team in practice
• Experience of teaching and supporting learners/new staff etc

Desirable

• Experience of clinical supervision
• Proven management experience

Skills and knowledgeEssential

• Proven clinical knowledge linked to area of speciality and excellence in care delivery
• Proven leadership and deputising skills in clinical area
• Proven knowledge of safety issues through clinical governance and risk management
• Excellent communication skills with patients, relatives, staff and external contracts including in challenging situations, demonstrating respect and kindness
• Ability and experience of managing change personally and as a facilitator
• Knowledge of current challenges and issues in nursing
• Commitment to teaching and learning for self and others
• Commitment to quality initiatives and research
• Clinical decision making skills and ability to prioritise workload
• Computer literate skills

Desirable

• Experience of data collection for quality monitoring/audit
• Experience of risk management/assessment

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