Deputy Sister/ Charge Nurse inWorthing inWorthing PUBLISHED
MON 13 JAN 2025
In this position, the Deputy Sister/Charge Nurse will facilitate staff development, manage nursing tasks and priorities, administer prescribed treatments, and maintain meticulous documentation to ensure continuity of care. They will play a crucial role in advocating for patients and liaising with various healthcare professionals to streamline ward operations and support efficient patient discharge processes. The Trust promotes an inclusive work environment and values diversity among its staff, encouraging collaboration and innovative practices in the delivery of patient care.
We are looking for a dynamic and motivated Band 6 Deputy Sister / Charge Nurse to join our team on Coombes ward.
Coombes ward is a 27 bedded ward caring for male and female patients with trauma and orthopaedic needs.
This is an ideal opportunity for a band 5 nurse to advance their management skills, leadership skills and support the ward manager. This will be achieved through a range of educational and development sessions, the ward manager and colleagues.
You will need to have a positive attitude towards team building and ability to maintain excellent standards of care whilst ensuring that our patients are top priority.
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength and want you to feel included to help as always put the Patient First, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to success. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
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Is responsible for the assessment, planning and implementation of care and assists in the interpretation of data relevant to the patients condition and progress with regards to their discharge.
Assists in the identification of patient problems and needs with the patient, their carers, senior nursing staff and other staff as appropriate
Identifies the priorities of care for patients
Identifies realistic goals for patients in care plans
Organises time for staff development and teaching around orthopaedic nursing skills.
Assist the ward manager in liaising with speciality lead clinicians and consultants regarding effective use of the wards resources
Administers drugs and treatments as prescribed according to the NMC guidelines and the Trusts Guidelines for the Safe and Secure Handling of Medicines
Changes care plans and goals according to evaluation and discussion with the multidisciplinary team
Demonstrates an understanding and skill in the care and management of the critically ill patient
Works closely with all members of the care team to ensure the needs of the critically ill patient are met
Maintains accurate documentation to facilitate the continuity of care for patients transferred to other areas
Ensures that discharge review documentation is completed and reimbursement material is communicated to relevant body in timely fashion
Liaise with nursing and clerical staff to enable efficient administration of ward work
Liaise with Hospital discharge team in ensuring reductions in patient length of stay are achieved.
Act as patient/carer advocate at all times
Is able to reflect on care implemented on the ward and ensure it accurately reflects the standards of care expected.
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