Senior Staff Nurse

NCH&C is proud to be the first standalone NHS community trust in the UK to achieve an 'Outstanding' rating from the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Our focus is on continually improving the quality of care we offer to local people and on improving access to that care, helping people to move seamlessly from one service to another. Praising NCH&C's "compassionate, inclusive and effective leadership at all levels", the CQC observed that our staff are well supported to make positive changes and innovations.
Norfolk Community Health & Care NHS Trust is committed to continuing to create a modern and inclusive work environment. As part of this commitment we actively promote flexible working opportunities where possible, to meet the needs and wishes of our workforce to maintain and improve their wellbeing. The trust offers a range of flexibility, including flexible working patterns, and we would encourage you to discuss this with the recruiting manager before or during the application process if this would interest you.
We welcome applications from people who share our values and can help us deliver outstanding care in our local community., + To deputise for the Ward Manager as/when appropriate and required.
+ To lead on Clinical Practice or the Learning Ward
+ Be responsible for the delivery and co-ordination of care to a named group of patients
+ Work effectively as a member of the multi-disciplinary team.
+ Work proactively within the team to achieve unit and trust goals and objectives.
+ Work with and promote recognised policies, protocols and guidelines, + Responsible for their practice as per NMC code of conduct. Sustain/ improve their knowledge/professional competence, via the appraisal process, attend mandatory/specific training.
+ Plan/assess care plans with patient, family and MDT, sensitive to patients dignity and privacy.
+ Promote effective communication with the MDT.
+ Recommend innovative changes in clinical practice to enhance care.
+ Participate in audit processes/action outcomes.
+ Demonstrate understanding of research and application to clinical practice. Use clinical expertise/knowledge to promote a 'nurse led' approach to care.
+ Ensure safe control/custody of drugs within the ward/department in line with Trust Policy/Standard Operating Procedures.
+ Inform Ward Manager of changes which may affect safe/competent practice. Ensure that patient care is documented accurately and timely.
+ Deputise for and complete delegated tasks from Ward Manager
+ Ensure efficient use of ward/department resources.
+ Leadership to members of the ward, promote effective team work.
+ Be responsible for monitoring staffing levels/skill mix to ensure appropriate to meet the needs of patients, take action to rectify identified deficits through ward manager/modern matron.
+ Maintain a positive approach to success within the team.
+ Assist with induction/act as role model to new staff/students.
+ To ensure that patients and carers are aware of their current and ongoing health needs.
+ To participate/promote clinical supervision., + Is wholly responsible for his/her practice in accordance with the Nursing and Midwifery Council code of professional conduct. Takes every reasonable opportunity to sustain and improve his/her knowledge and professional competence. To continue any development highlighted through the appraisal process and attend mandatory and specific training sessions.
+ Plan and assess programmes of care with realistic nursing goals with the consultation of patient, family and multidisciplinary team
+ To be sensitive to patients needs in respect of courtesy, dignity and privacy.
+ Promote effective communication with the multi-professional team.
+ Provide information and education, which enables patients to make choices about adopting a healthier lifestyle (in an appropriate manner to meet patients learning needs).
+ Recommend innovative changes in clinical practice, to enhance patient care.
+ Participate in audit processes and action outcomes.
+ Demonstrate an understanding of research and application to clinical practice
+ Use clinical expertise and knowledge to promote a 'nurse led' approach to care.
+ Ensure the safe control and custody of drugs within the ward/department in line with Trust Policy and local Standard Operating Procedures.
+ Inform the Ward Manager of changes in circumstances which may affect safe and competent practice.
+ Ensure that all patient care is documented accurately and legible and that information systems are maintained in a timely manner.
+ Work collaboratively with outside agencies.
+ Be aware of and utilise other statutory and voluntary agencies that can provide appropriate care for patients.
Management/Organisational Responsibilities
+ Deputise for the Ward Manager
+ Perform delegated tasks on behalf of the Ward Manager
+ Ensure effective and efficient use of all ward/department resources.
+ Provide leadership to all members of the ward, promoting effective team work.
+ Be responsible for monitoring staffing levels and the skill mix to ensure that this is appropriate to meet the needs of patients, and taking initial action to rectify any identified deficits through ward manager/modern matron.
+ Maintain a positive approach to achievement within the team.
+ Ensure adequate provision and maintenance of equipment
+ Assist with the induction of new staff and students, acting as a mentor.
+ Act as a role model giving guidance and support to staff and students.
+ Participate in problem solving related to work organisation.
+ To ensure that patients and carers are aware of their current and ongoing health needs.
+ To participate and promote clinical supervision.
Equal Opportunities - We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. Additionally, people with disabilities that fall under the Disability Confident Scheme will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification). All sites are Smoke Free.
Immigration Status - Norfolk Community Health & Care NHS Trust is a diverse employer and welcomes all job applications. However, potential applicants should note that although the Trust is registered with the Home Office as a sponsor organisation for migrant workers, sponsorship can only be offered against Skilled Worker visas. If you are an applicant from outside the UK and do not already hold a self-gained right to work, we recommend you check the Home Office eligibility requirements before making an application.
Please note: Although we are a registered sponsor organisation, we are unable to offer sponsorship for some job roles, and this will be identified through filtering questions at the start of any job application on the Trac recruitment system.
Redeployment - Please note that in the first instance priority for this vacancy will be given to NCH&C staff who are on the Trusts Redeployment Register.
DBS - If this post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and you are not a current employee of Norfolk Community Health and Care NHS Trust or being recruited as an Apprentice then the cost of the DBS check will be automatically removed from your first month's salary. However if you are registered with the update service this may not be required.