Job Description

To work according to the Code and within Trust policiesTo be accountable for the twenty four hour care delivery and management of the ward, including the supervision of students.To provide a clear focus for clinical leadership and be responsible for ensuring the provision of a high standard of holistic, patient-centred careTo be accountable for co-ordinating patient care, the management of resources and performance of staffTo be responsible and accountable for the Finance and Human Resources issues directly related to the wardTo be responsible and accountable for the implementation of Audit, Quality and Risk Management initiativesTo promote and participate in the implementation of the ASPH Nursing & Midwifery strategy and objectivesTo maintain a visible presence in the ward, undertaking clinical work as per roster agreementTo work in conjunction with the Matron / Senior ward team / Practice Educator & Learning Development Teams / Specialist teamsMain duties of the jobWork in close conjunction with Matron / Senior ward team / Practice Educator/ Learning Development TeamsActs as a role model and resource, providing information and promoting high standards of patient care, whilst working closely with other professionals.Monitors and maintains acceptable standards of care in conjunction with the multi-disciplinary team.Participates and assists with adult medical emergencies utilising Advanced Life Support skills and experience where necessary. Takes an active role in the management of clinical emergencies within the clinical area.Ensures appropriate communication and referrals occur in relation to the early intervention of the acutely ill or deteriorating patient to facilitate implementation of care.About usAshford and St. Peters Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust serves a population of more than 410,000 people living in North-West Surrey, parts of Hounslow and beyond.Over 3,700 highly trained doctors, nurses, midwives, therapists, healthcare scientists and other support staff make up our workforce, providing a wide range of services across our two hospital sites, Ashford, Ashford, Surrey and St Peter's, Chertsey, Surrey.We also run many specialist clinics in the community and local community hospitals and other healthcare facilities.Our vision is to be one of the best healthcare Trusts in the country. There has never been a better time to join us in the NHS at Ashford & St Peters Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust with our strong commitment to staff health and wellbeing. We are committed to providing continuous professional development, staff benefits and flexibility to shape our workforce around our patient care.Please see the supporting links which you can find on the right-hand side of this job advert. There is guidance on how to make an application on NHS Jobs as well as more information about joining the ASPH TeamAlthough it isn't the Trusts normal practice, adverts may close early, so applicants are encouraged to submit an application as soon as possible.Date posted20 March 2025Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 7Salaryxc2xa348,270 to xc2xa354,931 a year per annum inc. HCASContractPermanentWorking patternFull-timeReference number323-NM1243-MHJob locationsSt Peters HospitalGuildford RoadChertseyKT16 0PZJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesTo work according to the Code and within Trust policiesTo be accountable for the twenty four hour care delivery and management of the ward, including the supervision of students.To provide a clear focus for clinical leadership and be responsible for ensuring the provision of a high standard of holistic, patient-centred careTo be accountable for co-ordinating patient care, the management of resources and performance of staffTo be responsible and accountable for the Finance and Human Resources issues directly related to the wardTo be responsible and accountable for the implementation of Audit, Quality and Risk Management initiativesTo promote and participate in the implementation of the ASPH Nursing & Midwifery strategy and objectivesTo maintain a visible presence in the ward, undertaking clinical work as per roster agreementTo work in conjunction with the Matron / Senior ward team / Practice Educator & Learning Development Teams / Specialist teams Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesTo work according to the Code and within Trust policiesTo be accountable for the twenty four hour care delivery and management of the ward, including the supervision of students.To provide a clear focus for clinical leadership and be responsible for ensuring the provision of a high standard of holistic, patient-centred careTo be accountable for co-ordinating patient care, the management of resources and performance of staffTo be responsible and accountable for the Finance and Human Resources issues directly related to the wardTo be responsible and accountable for the implementation of Audit, Quality and Risk Management initiativesTo promote and participate in the implementation of the ASPH Nursing & Midwifery strategy and objectivesTo maintain a visible presence in the ward, undertaking clinical work as per roster agreementTo work in conjunction with the Matron / Senior ward team / Practice Educator & Learning Development Teams / Specialist teamsPerson SpecificationQualifications and Further TrainingEssential

• Registered Nurse
• Significant experience of working in a Band 6 position
• Evidence of managing acute medical patients / experience Relevant Teaching course
• Relevant clinical course
• Honours degree

Desirable

• Recognised Leadership Course
• Recognised Management Course

ExperienceEssential

• Demonstrable clinical and managerial experience in a senior position
• Proven track record of leadership
• Evidence of clinical competence and regular clinical practice

Knowledge and skillsEssential

• NHS Constitution Trust vision, values, strategic objectives and key work programmes Communication
• Demonstrates awareness of the importance of working as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Communicates effectively verbally, in writing and in electronic formats o
• Communicates with patients and carers in an empathetic manner o
• Demonstrates understanding of good practice in Customer Care Personal And People Development o
• Demonstrates evidence of professional development o
• Evidence of working as a mentor
• Reflective in Practice
• Experience in leading others and responding to learning needs

Person SpecificationQualifications and Further TrainingEssential

• Registered Nurse
• Significant experience of working in a Band 6 position
• Evidence of managing acute medical patients / experience Relevant Teaching course
• Relevant clinical course
• Honours degree

Desirable

• Recognised Leadership Course
• Recognised Management Course

ExperienceEssential

• Demonstrable clinical and managerial experience in a senior position
• Proven track record of leadership
• Evidence of clinical competence and regular clinical practice

Knowledge and skillsEssential

• NHS Constitution Trust vision, values, strategic objectives and key work programmes Communication
• Demonstrates awareness of the importance of working as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Communicates effectively verbally, in writing and in electronic formats o
• Communicates with patients and carers in an empathetic manner o
• Demonstrates understanding of good practice in Customer Care Personal And People Development o
• Demonstrates evidence of professional development o
• Evidence of working as a mentor
• Reflective in Practice
• Experience in leading others and responding to learning needs

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