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We provide a full range of acute clinical services from Northampton General Hospital and Danetre Hospital in Daventry. We are a designated cancer centre and have recently invested in a number of additional specialist services, including in-patient renal services and interventional cardiology. All elective inpatients and emergency admissions are screened for MRSA. As part of our work to improve clinical outcomes we are taking part in a national patient safety programme and have invested in systems to capture patients views on the service we provide. We understand that sometimes a small change can make a big difference for patients.

Our whole focus is on improving the quality of care given to our patients. We see quality as encompassing the following elements:
Clinically effective services
Safe services
The best possible experience for patients

We also believe in involving others in what we do and celebrating success.

Contact

Address: Cliftonville; Northampton; Northamptonshire; NN1 5BD
Contact Number: 01604 634700

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Ref: 265-6052045 Vacancy ID: 6052045

Ward Sister

Closed for applications on: 16-Feb-2024 15:30

Vacancy status: Closed

Closed for applications on: 16-Feb-2024 15:30

Location

Site: Northampton General Hospital
Address: Cliftonvile
Town: Northampton
Postcode: NN1 5BD
Major / Minor Region: Northamptonshire

Contract type & working pattern

Contract: Secondment: 12 months
Hours: Full time - 37.5 hours per week

Salary

Salary: £43,742 - £50,056 Per anum
Salary period: Yearly
Grade: (7)

Specialty

Main area: Oncology & Haeamatology

Job overview

The post holder will provide Talbot Butler ward with a professional focus for leadership and clinical excellence. The post holder will take continuing, 24 hour/ 7 days per week responsibility for the assessment of needs for the service, staff and patients which includes assessment of training, learning and development needs of all ward staff.

The post holder will act as a role model for clinical leadership; setting and upholding agreed clinical standards and enabling patients to receive high quality evidenced based care. They will be a visible presence for all patients and visitors to the area and provide a pivotal role for inter-professional working. They will be responsible for infection prevention and control, budget management, patient safety and experience and compliance with Trust values, policies and providing Best Possible Care.

Talbot Butler ward is a 24 bedded ward, treating Oncology and Haematology patients. The ward contains two, four bedded bays (1 male and 1 female), as well as 16 side rooms. Of these rooms, 6 are negative pressure rooms for patients with infections and 10 are positive pressure rooms for patients who are at risk.

We care for patients with complex oncological and haematological conditions and cancers. We administer a range of complex SACT regimes to our patients and follow through with appropriate aftercare for any patients experiencing side effects as a result of their cancer treatments and those with non-malignant haematological disorders.

We are also a spoke centre for the Haematopoietic Stem Cell Transplant programme at Leicester Royal Infirmary, caring for patients both before and after stem cell transplants. Appropriate training will be provided.

The post holder will work closely with EAB and EAB Sister. They will also work closely with outpatient areas in the directorate, including Radiotherapy, Haematology outpatients, Chemotherapy suite & Oncology outpatients.

If the post holder does not hold the relevant training or competencies in administration of SACT, training will be provided by our Practice Educator/ Lead SACT nurse via a 6 week, in house module.

Hours of work:

Monday – Friday (5 day working) 08:00 – 16:00
or
Monday – Thursday (4 day working) 07:00 – 17:00

The post holder will be expected to take on Duty Sister shifts in the evening and at weekends and on Bank holidays.

The post holder will also be expected to work at least one night shift every 6 months.

Night – 19:15 – 07:45.

Provide effective input into the work of the Trust, to support the achievement of our vision and values:

Compassion Accountability Respect Integrity Courage

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Supporting Clinical Excellence:

Take responsibility for the management and organisation of ward.

To have undertaken or have a willingness to undertake the SACT (systemic anti-cancertherapy) course to facilitate administration of SACT within the department.

Lead as an active member of the nursing team, accountable for your practice and role modelling the highest standards of care to all members of the team.

Communicate proactively with all staff on the clinical condition and treatment plan of patients and ensures accurate nursing records are maintained by all staff.

Assists in leading the team in the assessment, planning, delivery, and evaluation of care of patients admitted to the ward in accordance with Trust and Directorate pathways.

Acts as senior support for staff with recognition and implementation of care for changes in the patient condition.

Leads the team in the assessment, planning, delivery and evaluation of care of patients admitted to the Ward / department in accordance with Trust and directorate pathways

Actively involves others in communications between patients, their relatives and the multidisciplinary team both within organisation and with external stakeholders to ensure excellent communication.

Has in-depth knowledge of infection control policies, with practical experience and principles in relation to the clinical environment, patient care, the prevention of cross infection, outbreak management, good hand hygiene and environmental cleaning.

Undertake the Trust Corporate and Directorate specific development and competency programmes.

Undertake any expanded roles deemed necessary following the Trusts’ policy ‘Expansion of Professional Practice for Registered Healthcare Practitioners’.

Responsible for the safe supply, storage, administration, checking and disposal of medications including controlled drugs.

Communicates proactively with all staff on the clinical condition and treatment plan of patients and ensures accurate nursing records are maintained by all staff. Actively involved patients, relatives and carers in their treatment and encourages staff to facilitate and enable individuals to assist in their own recovery.

To act as the Confirmer for staff Revalidation when applicable, acting as a resource to empower staff to successfully complete the process

Contributes to and oversees the safe and effective discharge planning of patients informing the discharge team of issues and patient /relative requirements/requests.

Lead Pathway to Excellence® philosophy and Workstreams to support standards.

To ensure that all ward/department management documentation is produced as requested.

Audits and action plans will be produced in liaison with the Matron.

Leadership:

Proactively manages patients and relatives concerns and leads on managing compliance associated with service: Identifies learning from complaints and implements improvements.

Successfully complete and maintain Band 7 competencies and demonstrate compliance through annual appraisal.

Lead by example with drive and enthusiasm, responding appropriately to the needs of patients, families, and carers.

Responsible for the management and leadership of the department, maintaining an appropriate management style that maintains good morale, a team approach to work and a culture which fosters innovation and change.

Sets high standards of nursing care for the department, including department cleanliness, nutrition etc., are maintained so that the patient’s experience is excellent.

Represents the team and organisation at professional meetings as requested and feeds back information appropriately.

With due regard to Risk Management policies and procedures, using local data to ensure the environment is safe for patients, relatives, carers, and staff.

To be a visible, accessible and assertive figure to whom staff, patients and relatives can turn for assistance and guidance.

Influence people and events through successful communication, negotiation and persuasion skills.

Assist with developing and using local and national networks to identify and introduce to the directorate best practice in the management and care of patients.

Constructively challenge practices as necessary, which impact on patients care and or staff wellbeing.

Work in partnership with the senior nursing team and other Sisters to ensure the nursing strategy objectives are achieved.

Responsible for the team’s achievement within the Trusts Assessment and Accreditation process Policy and Service Development Responsibilities.

Ensure that the Trust competencies for all staff are implemented, maintained, updated and monitored.

To ensure all ward/department staff receive a formal annual review in line with the Knowledge and Skills Framework, PDP and enabling revalidation.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Supporting Patient Excellence:

Be a visible presence and act as the first contact point for patients, relatives and staff to address concerns and complaints.

To be courteous and helpful to patients, families/carers, colleagues and all users to the trust. To act as a positive role model to the team.

Responsible for the assessment of the care needs and the development, implementation and evaluation of patient care work collaboratively and co-operatively with others to meet the needs of patients and their families/carers.

Reinforce the culture that patients’, relatives and carers participate and understand treatment plans.

To monitor activity and patient dependency, escalating any concerns to the Matron.

Adopt an open learning culture from clinical incidents and patient/staff feedback and implement improvements as necessary.

Co-ordinate the patients’ discharge arrangements in accordance with the Trusts’ Local Discharge Policy.

Ensure the education of patients and their families/carers as required where a need has been identified.

Have the ability and knowledge to competently deal with an emergency situation.

Manage your time effectively and perform allocated tasks within a reasonable time frame.

People/Management Excellence:

To reinforce the culture that patients’, relatives and carers participate and understand treatment plans.

Be responsible for the monitoring of workload and skill mix, planning off duty and ensuring the ward operates effectively and safely.

Ensure the completion of a training needs analysis and ensure compliance of the team with Trust expectations in relation to mandatory training and appraisals.

Manage the team in accordance with Trust policies and procedure.

Lead in the recruitment and selection of staff for the ward, including orientation of new staff.

Promote and maintain a suitable learning environment for staff and act as an assessor/supervisor in the supervision and teaching of less experienced staff, supporting and facilitating the development of competencies across all staff levels.

Promote staff wellbeing and resilience, considering flexible rostering and working patterns.

Ensure staff are receiving appropriate monthly one-to-ones.

Supporting Financial Excellence:

Develop and maintain an understanding of budgeting.

Responsible for the effective and efficient use of clinical and physical resources.

Maintain e-roster in line with Trust policy.

Professional Responsibilities:

To be responsible for your own professional development, maintain a professional portfolio and keep up to date on current nursing and health service issues.

To take full responsibility for your own actions and to abide by The Code.

Maintain own knowledge and clinical skills demonstrating competence in delivering a high standard of care.

To act as the Confirmer for staff Revalidation when applicable, acting as a resource to empower staff to successfully complete the process.

To be conversant with all Nursing Policies and procedures.

Takes part in education and training programmes appropriately and feedback knowledge gained to their team.

Maintain a current knowledge of professional issues, ensuring continued professional development is maintained.

Identify learning needs in self, negotiating a Personal Development Plan recognising own limitations.

To successfully complete and maintain Band 6 competencies and demonstrate compliance through annual appraisal.

Demonstrate and maintain knowledge and skill to manage infection prevention measures including the use of professional protective equipment.

Ensure all staff within the department adhere to infection prevention principles

Quality Assurance and Monitoring:

Actively promote evidence-based practice within the clinical area.

Contribute to audit initiatives. Evaluating training of staff. Liaise with the Practice Educator to ensure individuals have gained new knowledge or skills.

Setting and reviewing standards for practice and evaluating outcomes as part of the clinical governance agenda.

Maintain and promote an awareness of evidence-based practice and participate in its implementation.

Drive research and service improvement/development programmes within the ward.

Participate in setting and reviewing standards for practice and evaluating outcomes as part of the clinical governance agenda.

Policy and Service Development Responsibilities:

Ensure all staff work within the confines of Trust policies, protocols, and other relevant documentation, taking appropriate action where compliance is breached.

The post holder will make themselves familiar with, and adhere to, at all times, the policies and procedures of the Trust, and their area of work. Including Qpulse.

Research, Development & Education Responsibilities:

Ensure Trust competencies for all staff are implemented, maintained, updated, and monitored.

To have an awareness that all agreed action plans from national and local strategies, benchmarking standards, such as ward Assessment & Accreditation, and clinical audits are completed. If these are not maintained at a satisfactory level then contribute to put strategies in place to pursue their achievement.

To participate in developing working guidelines, protocols and practices that enhances the patient experience in line with national and Trust policies.

Will seek out ‘Best Practice’ to generate new ideas and generate change.

Provide work based learning to staff at all levels, highlighting any development concerns.

Has a well-developed understanding of clinical practice with effective supervision, mentoring and assessment skills.

To be conversant with all Nursing Policies and procedures.

Ensure that contractual student placements are met and that all pre-registration students and other relevant undergraduates/apprentices are adequately coached and assessed within the workplace.

Ensure the clinical area has adequate assessors/supervisors to facilitate student placements.

To discuss the training needs of the team with the Matron.

Other Information:

The post holder may be required to carry out other relevant duties as required.

The post holder will adhere to the duties specified under the Staff Responsibilities of the NHS Constitution in their day to day work and behaviours.

The post holder will be expected to aspire to the Values of the Trust in their day to day work and behaviours in order to support the Trust in achieving its Vision.

The post holder will adhere to, at all times, any relevant Professional or NHS Code of Conducts, legislation and Assurance Frameworks.

Will seek out ‘Best Practice’ to generate new ideas and generate change. Has a well-developed understanding of clinical practice with effective supervision, mentoring and assessment skills.

Contribute to the update of policies and protocols within own speciality.

The post holder will be expected to work to any personal, Corporate, Directorate and Divisional objectives and standards in order to provide an acceptable level of service.

The post holder will be expected to undertake training, including mandatory and role specific training, relevant to their role and ensure it is renewed as required.

This job description reflects the present requirements of the post and it does not form part of the contract of employment. If the duties of the post change and develop the job description will be reviewed and will be subject to amendment, in consultation with the post holder. It is the Trust’s aim to reach agreement on reasonable changes, but if agreement is not possible the Trust reserves the right to effect changes to the post holder’s job description after consultation with them. Appropriate notice of such changes will be given.

Work collaboratively with other colleagues across the Trust.

To act-up for the Matron as required.

To participate in the sister ‘on call rota’.

Act as a Trust role model at all times, whilst at work and whilst off duty.

Facilitate any measures to help achieve directorate/divisional and Trust targets and agenda, ensuring dissemination of appropriate information to all members of the nursing team.

Share best practice through meetings and forums.

At Northampton General Hospital we provide general acute services and hyper-acute stroke, vascular and renal services to people living in Northamptonshire. As well as this we are an accredited cancer centre and provide cancer services to a wider population of Northamptonshire and parts of Buckinghamshire.

We are proud to be the first hospital in the UK to have obtained Pathway to Excellence® designated accreditation from the American nurses credentialing centre (ANCC).

We celebrate staff achievements and value the importance of working as one big team. That’s why we talk about Team NGH. It’s all about working together to provide the best possible care for our patients and supporting each other to grow and develop our skills. We are driven to helping you to be the best you can be.

We want to recruit the best people to deliver our services across the University Hospitals of Northamptonshire and help to unleash everyone’s full potential. As an organisation, we value how we communicate and promote our vacancies to all communities. The Hospital Group encourages applications from people who identify from all protected groups, especially those from BAME, Disabled and LGBTQ+ backgrounds as these are underrepresented in our hospitals. We understand that we need to work with colleagues from diverse backgrounds and make sure the environment they work in is inclusive and collaborative. We have active Networks that promote and support colleagues from all backgrounds. This ensures everyone feels supported and has a sense of belonging working for Kettering and Northampton General Hospitals.

Apply today and join the largest family in Northamptonshire.

Our Excellence Values:

Compassion
Respect
Integrity
Courageous
Accountable

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In submitting an application form, you authorise Northampton General Hospital to confirm any previous NHS service details via the Electronic Staff Record Inter Authority Transfer process should you be appointed to the post.

Due to the high number of applications received we are unable to respond to each application individually. If you have not been contacted within 4 weeks of the closing date you have been unsuccessful in this application.

For further information on nursing, apprenticeships, A&E or any other departments please visit our specific website or pages that are indicated on the right hand side of this advert.

Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust recognises that staff of differing backgrounds and life experiences enrich our workforce and bring different skills and knowledge. We therefore encourage and welcome applications for our vacancies from all candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.

PLEASE NOTE THAT WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO CLOSE VACANCIES PRIOR TO THE ADVERTISED CLOSING DATE WHEN WE ARE IN RECEIPT OF SUFFICIENT APPLICATIONS

Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Person specification

Educations, Training and Qualifications

Essential criteria

Must hold an NMC pin
A recognised teaching qualification (mentorship)

Desirable criteria

Recent accredited Oncology module
Chemotherapy qualification or equivalent level of education or training
Working towards a degree level qualification
Has completed a Leadership module

Knowledge & Experience

Essential criteria

Willingness to partake in QI projects
Previous people/ Team Management experience
Experience of managing/leading a team and coordinating workload
Experience at band 6 level managing a team and performance

Desirable criteria

Previous experience of working in an Oncology/Haematology
Competent in SACT administration
Level of knowledge related to chemotherapy

Skills

Essential criteria

Effective IT skills
Ability to foster teamwork and display inclusive leadership
Excellent communication skills and the ability to liaise with members of the multidisciplinary team

Key Competencies/ Personal Qualities & Attributes

Essential criteria

Passionate and committed to bring our Dedicated to Excellence values to life, improving the way we work with each other, particularly focusing on empowerment, equality diversity and inclusion of our staff, patients and service users
Act as a role model
Passionate and committed
Ability to deal with complex and difficult emotional situations
Ability to plan own workload and manage own time effectively
Ability to exercise initiative
Self-motivated and works well under pressure
Be able to plan own work and manage time considering clinical priorities