Staff Nurse Surgery QEH Ward 17

An exciting opportunity has arisen for qualified nurses to join the Surgical Division at Queen Elizabeth Hospital. We are seeking dedicated, motivated people to help us provide high quality care to patients on surgical ward17. The ward speciality consists of a mix of General Surgery and Gastroenterology patients and has 28 beds. In return for your hard work, we offer well-established, structured mentoring. You will also get support from senior nursing management team, the Practice Development Nurse and peer to peer support with lots of learning and development opportunities. We will also offer you one of a kind surgical nursing course in affiliate with University of Greenwich. Interview venue: Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Stadium Road Woolwich SE184QH To enquire about the vacancies please contact Michelle Salt ward manager ##### or Fiona Bernard Practice Development Nurse ##### or Louise Horan Matron ##### duties of the jobAccountable to Deputy Service General Manager / Head of Nursing The post holder will play a key role in supporting the nurse managers in providing high quality care. He / she will be prepared to work within the divisions as a Named Nurse, within a Team taking responsibility for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating nursing care. The post holder will be a clinically credible practitioner who can provide effective patient care in a range of clinical settings, having regard for relevant policies and the evidence base nursing. The post holder will provide support and mentorship for students and junior nurses.About usOur people are our greatest asset. When we feel supported and happy at work, this positivity reaches those very people we are here for, the patients. Engaged employees perform at their best and our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) initiatives contribute to cultivate a culture of engagement. We have four staff networks, a corporate EDI Team and a suite of programmes and events which aim to insert the 5 aspirations: Improving representation at senior levels of staff with disabilities, from black, Asian, and ethnic minorities background, identify as LGBTQ+ and women, through improved recruitment and leadership development Widening access (anchor institution) and employability Improving the experience of staff with disability Improving the EDI literacy and confidence of trust staff through training and development Making equalities mainstream Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesAct as a Named Nurse within a Team taking responsibility, over an appropriate span of time, in conjunction with the Ward Manager and the multidisciplinary team, for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care from admission to discharge within the in-patient setting. Be aware of current advances in clinical care and be able to facilitate the team members in implementation of evidence-based practice. Take an active role in the continuing development and use of protocols and standards for nursing care. Participate in evaluation, audit, and research of nursing care, and incorporate appropriate findings into practice. Actively work to promote health and prevent ill health in staff, patients, and their relatives. Promote and maintain a safe and pleasant environment for patients, visitors, and colleagues. Check the readiness for use of emergency / special equipment and ensure all equipment in use is in good working order. Have knowledge of recording relevant patient / nursing data on to computer Ensure his / her own and junior staffs compliance with the NMC Guidelines for Records and Record Keeping (#####) in all settings. Accept responsibility for the administration, care, and custody of medicines, in accordance with legal requirements and NMC and Trust Guidelines on drug administration. Attend mandatory annual updates in fire training, Basic Life Support, and maintain knowledge of relevant policies. Have knowledge and understanding of all relevant Trust policies, including the Major Incident Plan, ensuring that junior colleagues are aware of such policies. Have knowledge of and adhere to relevant parts of national legislation, including Health and Safety at Work Act, COSHH Regulations, and Moving and Handling Regulations. Transport people and / or items safely and to time consistent with legislation, policies and procedures. Ensures all biomedical investigations and interventions are undertaken safely and in a timely manner, reporting and documenting results appropriately and in line with legislation, policies and procedures.Person SpecificationQualifications and TrainingEssential
1st level registration NMC
Desirable
Degree level
ExperienceEssential
Excellent interpersonal skills, both verbal and written Able to formulate and verbalise views Able to anticipate and forward plan
KnowledgeEssential
Ability to work under pressure and remain calm Able to recognise stress in self and others and support colleagues through stressful situations. Patient focused Reflective
Desirable
Computer literate
Personal QualitiesEssential
To demonstrate knowledge of being up to date within the speciality Flexible, able to work all shifts including rotation to night duty. Adaptable to changes in shift pattern To provide unit cover in the absence of the unit manager
Employer detailsEmployer nameLewisham and Greenwich NHS TrustAddressQueen Elizabeth Hospital Stadium Road Woolwich SE18 4QHAny attachments will be accessible after you click to apply. 197-LC5187
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