Opportunity to work in a supportive and collaborative multidisciplinary team focused on rehabilitation and end-of-life care.
Ability to influence change and improve patient care standards within a dynamic healthcare environment.
Chance to develop professional skills and expertise at a Band 6 level, enhancing career progression.
Engagement in evidence-based practice and the promotion of nursing research, contributing to personal and professional growth.
Access to continuous professional development and mentoring opportunities for both self and nursing staff.
Participation in decision-making processes and leadership roles, providing a sense of ownership in patient care and ward management.
The Norfolk Community Health and Care NHS Trust is seeking a dedicated Senior Nurse for a full-time position within a 24-bed inpatient unit focused on rehabilitation and end-of-life care in Norwich. The successful candidate will work as part of a multidisciplinary rehabilitation team, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based care while fostering excellent communication and teamwork. Responsibilities include monitoring and evaluating care standards, advocating for patients, contributing to clinical research, and liaising with various agencies to enhance patient outcomes.
In addition to clinical responsibilities, the Senior Nurse will play a vital leadership role, supporting the Ward Manager in managing resources, staff mentorship, recruitment, and maintaining a positive work environment. The position emphasises professional development, with an expectation to participate in education and training initiatives for nursing staff. This role offers the opportunity for personal growth and influence over service delivery within a compassionate care framework.
In addition to clinical responsibilities, the Senior Nurse will play a vital leadership role, supporting the Ward Manager in managing resources, staff mentorship, recruitment, and maintaining a positive work environment. The position emphasises professional development, with an expectation to participate in education and training initiatives for nursing staff. This role offers the opportunity for personal growth and influence over service delivery within a compassionate care framework.
An exciting opportunity has arisen within our 24 bedded inpatient unit providing rehabilitation and end of life care. Our patients come following medical or surgical treatments, and sometimes arriving directly from their own homes for palliative or end of life support. We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and well motivated Senior Nurse into this full time post.
You will work as an integral part of the rehabilitation team and be responsible for providing high standards of rehabilitation care to a group of patients.
You will be required to deliver evidence based care to a high standard. Excellent communication skills and a supportive approach to team working within a rehabilitation setting are key to the success of this service.
This is a key role working with all disciplines to deliver and achieve the best outcome for the patients who access this service.
This post is real opportunity for member of staff who is keen to explore their role within rehabilitation and develop their skills at a Band 6 level and influence change within the service.
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- To be wholly accountable for his/her own actions in accordance with the Nursing & Midwifery Council Code of Professional Conduct.
- To act as an advocate for patients within the ward or department, to ensure a patient orientated approach to the delivery of care and to meet standards within the NHS Plan and other relevant guidelines.
- In conjunction with senior clinical staff and specialist nurses, set monitor and evaluate standards of care for patients, and to take a lead role in clinical benchmarking.
- To advise on the promotion of health and prevent of illness, communicating effectively with patients, relatives and carers and ensuring that their education/information needs are met.
- To ensure that nursing care is based on sound and current research and initiate participate and promote nursing research and evidence-based practice.
- To liaise closely with members of the multidisciplinary team in developing integrated care pathways.
- To take a lead role in monitoring the patient experience through to discharge.
- To liaise with other agencies and organisation including voluntary sector.
- To ensure that all patient care is documented accurately and legibly and that information systems are maintained in a timely manner.
- To always ensure safe control and custody of drugs within the ward as per the Trusts policy.
- To check departmental equipment is correct and in working order, ensuring cleanliness after use and reporting defects promptly to the ward housekeeper, ensuring that the repairs are undertaken.
- To attend and participate in departmental meetings and ward rounds and help to promote new ideas and methods for the delivery of care and assist in their implementation through liaison and co-operation with the multidisciplinary team.
- To exercise a cost effect, high quality approach to patient care.
- Maintain up to date records. Ensuring that confidentiality is respected and that the NMC standards for Record Keeping are met.
- To ensure that infection control policies including hand washing are adhered to and to communicate any related issues to the appropriate person.
Management Responsibility
- In conjunction with the Ward Manager and Quality Matron to provide clear and consistent leadership to a team of nurses, achieving and maintaining high morale based on sound organisation and clear relationships.
- To be responsible for the ordering, controlling and monitoring of resources within the ward, keeping with the agreed budgetary and establishment figures.
Education & Professional Development
- To assess own educational needs via annual appraisal and PDP and take steps to keep up to date with clinical and nursing development in line with requirements of the Nursing & Midwifery Council.
- Participate in the education and assessment of staff undertaking courses.
- To facilitate the development of nursing staff within the ward to develop skills through mentorship, regular individual performance review and personal development plans.
- Assist the Ward Manager to ensure that clinical based teaching programmes are in place for ward staff and maintain accurate training records.
- In accordance with the Nursing & Midwifery Council Scope of Professional Practice continue to develop and expand your nursing role.
- To contribute to local and directorate teaching programmes and staff development initiatives including clinical supervision, for qualified and unqualified staff and students.
- To maintain a positive learning environment for all grades of nursing staff and students.
Personnel Responsibilities
- In conjunction with the Ward Manager ensure that appropriate written induction programmes are available and utilised for all new staff within the ward.
- Assist with the implementation of, and work within the Trusts Personnel policies on all staff matters, including sickness, capability and disciplinary issues.
- To assist in the implementation and maintenance of clinical supervision for a peer group.
- Work with the Ward Manager in the recruitment, selection, appointment and retention of staff. Ensure that vacant posts are filled with a minimum of delay.
- To act as a role model, giving guidance, counselling and support to other staff and students.
- To ensure that new and temporary staff are fully introduced to the department and their duties and to actively participate in staff induction programmes.
- To actively participate in the business planning process.
- To allocate staff effectively making the best use of resources for effective and cost-efficient service provision.
- To provide information as required, including notification of incidents and accidents to staff, patient and visitors.
- To promote the ward as a centre of excellence and provide expert advice to other departments.
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1. Can you describe your experience in rehabilitation and end-of-life care and how it has prepared you for this role?
2. How do you ensure that the nursing care you provide is evidence-based and aligned with current best practices?
3. Describe an instance where you acted as an advocate for a patient. What challenges did you face, and how did you overcome them?
4. How do you approach communicating complex medical information to patients and their families?
5. Can you give an example of how you have collaborated within a multidisciplinary team to enhance patient outcomes?
1. Can you describe your experience in rehabilitation and end-of-life care and how it has prepared you for this role?
2. How do you ensure that the nursing care you provide is evidence-based and aligned with current best practices?
3. Describe an instance where you acted as an advocate for a patient. What challenges did you face, and how did you overcome them?
4. How do you approach communicating complex medical information to patients and their families?
5. Can you give an example of how you have collaborated within a multidisciplinary team to enhance patient outcomes?
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Useful skills for a Senior Nurse:
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To work as a Senior Nurse in the UK, you will need a combination of clinical expertise, leadership abilities, and interpersonal skills. Here are some key skills and qualifications typically required:
Clinical Skills:
1. Advanced Clinical Knowledge: In-depth understanding of nursing practices, procedures, and protocols in your area of specialty.
2. Assessment Skills: Ability to accurately assess patients’ conditions and needs.
3. Clinical Decision-Making: Ability to make informed decisions about patient care, including managing complex cases.
Leadership and Management Skills:
1. Leadership: Experience in leading and mentoring junior nursing staff.
2. Team Management: Ability to manage and coordinate nursing teams effectively.
3. Project Management: Skills in overseeing projects related to patient care improvements or departmental changes.
4. Conflict Resolution: Ability to handle conflicts and difficult situations within the team or with patients and families.
Communication Skills:
1. Interpersonal Skills: Strong ability to build rapport with patients, families, and colleagues.
2. Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to convey complex information clearly.
3. Patient Advocacy: Ability to act in the best interest of patients and support their needs.
Educational and Professional Qualifications:
1. Nursing Degree: A recognized nursing qualification, such as a Bachelor’s degree in nursing.
2. Registration: Registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) in the UK.
3. Postgraduate Qualifications: Additional qualifications or certifications in specific clinical areas can be advantageous (e.g., Advanced Nurse Practitioner, Nurse Prescriber).
4. Continued Professional Development: Engagement in ongoing training and education to stay current in the field.
Organisational and Administrative Skills:
1. Time Management: Ability to prioritize tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment.
2. Record Keeping: Skills in maintaining accurate patient records and adhering to documentation standards.
3. Policy Understanding: Knowledge of healthcare policies, regulations, and best practices.
Emotional and Ethical Skills:
1. Empathy and Compassion: Ability to provide empathetic and patient-centered care.
2. Ethical Decision-Making: Understanding and application of ethical principles in nursing practice.
IT Skills:
1. Health Informatics: Proficient in using electronic health records and healthcare technology tools.
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