Band 6 - Junior Sister/Charge Nurse - Critical Care - ICU/HDU • Watford West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
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{"interviewQueryText":"What are some good interview questions in British English for the job description below?\n\n-------------------------------------------\n\nBand 6 - Junior Sister/Charge Nurse - Critical Care - ICU/HDU with West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust in Watford, United Kingdom\n\n Job summary We are seeking a capable and Band 6 Senior Staff Nurse to join our Critical Care team at West Herts NHS Trust. Our ICU is a 20 bedded unit based at Watford General Hospital. This role includes shift leadership and participation in the Critical care Outreach. Main duties of the job This post holder will have completed a 60 credit post graduate award in Intensive Care Nursing. They will be required to demonstrate a willingness to develop leadership skills as the post will include shift leadership responsibilities. Our Band 6's also undertaking shifts as part of our Critical Care Outreach Team. Successful candidates will also assist the Band 7's with management of their teams. About us There has never been a more exciting time to join West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust! Major redevelopment works are planned as part of the New Hospital Programme. These will be most dramatic at Watford General Hospital where up to 90% of buildings will be new. The trust has recently gained 'teaching hospital' status which reflects the dedicated work of many teams and individuals who have set the standard for delivering high quality training, learning and education at all levels of the workforce. We are a flexible working employer At West Herts we recognise the importance of a good work life balance and the ability to work flexibly. We are delighted to offer a variety of flexible working options for all staff. Please check out our web page for more information. https://www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk/flexibleworking/ We encourage and welcome people with disabilities. If you need help, please ask. We reserve the right to close this advert early due to the volume of applicants. Please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. Job description Job responsibilities Provide high quality safe care to critically ill patients and their families and loved ones. Undertake shift coordination of the Intensive Care Unit Participate in the Critical Care Outreach rota Job description Job responsibilities Provide high quality safe care to critically ill patients and their families and loved ones. Undertake shift coordination of the Intensive Care Unit Participate in the Critical Care Outreach rota Person Specification Education and qualifications Essential Registered Nurse NMC Registration Diploma in Nursing. Mentorship Completion of an accredited post graduate Critical Care Course (minimum60 credits) as defined in National Standards for Adult Critical Care Nurse Education (CC3N, 2016) Evidence of ongoing development & education related to Critical Care Completion of National Competency Framework for Registered Nurses in Adult Critical Care Step one two and three competencies (CC3N, 2015). Desirable Degree level academic Sign off Mentor or willing to undertake the course Knowledge Essential Evidence of active involvement in developing new ways of working High level clinical skills and knowledge relating to critical care nursing, including organ support Up to date knowledge of relevant political and professional issues in healthcare Evidence of excellent communication skills including verbal, non-verbal and written Desirable Knowledge of change management. Demonstrate knowledge of complex operational issues such as patient flow, capacity and staffing requirements. Experience Essential Experience in mentoring, assessing and supervising junior colleagues Substantial experience within the critical care environment. Ability to manage critically ill patients with highly complex therapies with minimal support Demonstrate ability to support other members of staff whilst providing direct care to their allocated patients Desirable Evidence of contribution to department quality improvement projects Skills and ability Essential Plastering Complex wound management including suturing. Role mode Negotiation. Ability to facilitate and support learning. Excellent personal and communication skills Organisational ability Desirable Demonstrate ability to think creatively and laterally. Complex wound management including suturing Personal qualities Essential IT skills Motivated & enthusiastic. ProfessionaL Person Specification Education and qualifications Essential Registered Nurse NMC Registration Diploma in Nursing. Mentorship Completion of an accredited post graduate Critical Care Course (minimum60 credits) as defined in National Standards for Adult Critical Care Nurse Education (CC3N, 2016) Evidence of ongoing development & education related to Critical Care Completion of National Competency Framework for Registered Nurses in Adult Critical Care Step one two and three competencies (CC3N, 2015). Desirable Degree level academic Sign off Mentor or willing to undertake the course Knowledge Essential Evidence of active involvement in developing new ways of working High level clinical skills and knowledge relating to critical care nursing, including organ support Up to date knowledge of relevant political and professional issues in healthcare Evidence of excellent communication skills including verbal, non-verbal and written Desirable Knowledge of change management. Demonstrate knowledge of complex operational issues such as patient flow, capacity and staffing requirements. Experience Essential Experience in mentoring, assessing and supervising junior colleagues Substantial experience within the critical care environment. Ability to manage critically ill patients with highly complex therapies with minimal support Demonstrate ability to support other members of staff whilst providing direct care to their allocated patients Desirable Evidence of contribution to department quality improvement projects Skills and ability Essential Plastering Complex wound management including suturing. Role mode Negotiation. Ability to facilitate and support learning. Excellent personal and communication skills Organisational ability Desirable Demonstrate ability to think creatively and laterally. Complex wound management including suturing Personal qualities Essential IT skills Motivated & enthusiastic. ProfessionaL Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the . From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. . UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see Additional information Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the . From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. . UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see Employer details Employer name West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust Address Watford Hospital Watford WD18 0HB Employer's website "}