Charge Nurse - Lister Ward • London King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
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{"interviewQueryText":"What are some good interview questions in British English for the job description below?\n\n-------------------------------------------\n\nCharge Nurse - Lister Ward with King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust in London, England, United Kingdom\n\nAre you an experienced nurse with an interest in surgical nursing? Lister Ward is a dynamic and challenging 24 bed surgical ward, specialising in the care of Colorectal, UGI, General Surgery, Urology and Orthopaedic patients. We care for patients, pre and post - operatively, as well as trauma and ITU step-downs. An exciting opportunity has arisen and we are seeking a highly motivated, compassionate and enthusiastic Senior Nurse to join the team as a band 6 Charge Nurse. You must demonstrate experience in a surgical setting; have a positive attitude, show professionalism, integrity, determination and dedication. Leadership experience or training, as well as experience in developing others is desirable, but further training opportunities will be made available to successful candidates. The success of the Nursing team on Lister Ward stems from our team work; supporting and empowering each other to achieve positive patient outcomes. You must have the ability to promote patient centred care and establish good relationships with staff, patients and carers. Suitable candidates will be expected to communicate effectively at all levels within the multi-disciplinary team and be able to support both the Ward Leader and the nursing team in the delivery of high quality care and general day to day running of the ward. Lead the delivery of high-quality, patient-centred, holistic care to our patients. To support the Ward Manager in the day to day running of the ward. To support and mentor junior, international staff and students in practice, acting as a professional role model and ensuring that high standards of care are continuously being delivered to our patients and their families/carers. To assist in local ward audits and participate in project work to drive continuous improvement. To be responsible for the leadership and development of their own team of staff on the ward – managing attendance, sickness, performance / capabilities, disciplinary concerns etc. To deputise in the absence of the ward manager to ensure continued smooth running of the service. To be motivated and committed to give high quality nursing care and be able to work autonomously as well as part of a team. At King’s particular emphasis is put on the need to ensure that all staff recognizes their responsibility to deliver services in a high quality, courteous, patient focused manner maintaining patient confidentiality at all times. King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK’s largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of £1 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts a year and more than 15,000 staff based across South East London. The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. The trust-wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reach is our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we aim to take Team King’s to another level. We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people. We expect all of our employees to live the Trust Values: Kind, Respectful Team on a daily basis. King’s is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone’s contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust’s carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible. For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Chloe Dunne Job title: Ward Manager Email address: chloe.dunne2@nhs.net Telephone number: 02032994338"}