Job description

Job responsibilities

1. Key areas of responsibility

To deliver efficient, compassionate, and excellent nursing care to patients and their families which is evidence based.

To minimise risk and maintain safety of patients and staff: supporting the ward manager in investigating incidents and identifying ways to improve practice.

To actively promote the safeguarding of children and young people.

To use evidence-based practice and actively participate in the progression of nursing within West London Childrens Healthcare (WLCH) and Imperial Healthcare trust.

1. General responsibilities

Communication and relationship skills

• To demonstrate politeness, courtesy, and sensitivity in dealing with patients/clients, visitors/relatives and colleagues, maintaining good customer relations.

• Contribute towards sharing good practice within the ward/department and Trust wide.

• To promote a positive image of WLCH and Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust at all times.

• To work cohesively with all members of the ward team in ensuring that the very best services to patients are provided at all times.

• Adhere to and actively promote to others the Trust Values and Behaviours.

• Be involved in organisational development plans to transform the hospital to meet the needs of future, this will include upholding WLCH and Imperial College Healthcare shared values.

Responsibility- Patient/ Client care

• In partnership with other professionals and disciplines to develop individual programmes which provide measurable outcomes of patient care. The process should include assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care in accordance with Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust policies.

• To take charge of the clinical needs of a group of defined patients and/or ward or department on occasion prioritising workload according to changing clinical need over a 24 period.

• To work towards taking charge of a clinical area as required utilising appropriate support as necessary to ensure safe staffing levels are maintained.

• To delegate tasks and activities to a range of team members in relation to patient care. (for example when taking charge or as link nurse)

• Ensure that nursing documentation is maintained to the Trust standard (including electronic records).

• To actively contribute to the quality improvement framework and patient experience work streams to improve quality care and experience.

• In conjunction with the staff team contribute to developing and maintaining a ward /department philosophy and model of care.

• To demonstrate awareness and compliance with Trust policies, procedures, guidelines and standards. To work towards promoting this to others.

• To be aware of, and to work towards actively participating in the Trusts framework of clinical governance within the ward or department area, seeking advice or guidance where necessary.

• Identify and report clinical risks so that appropriate action can be taken in accordance with the Trust risk management policy.

• To provide a suitable and safe environment for the physical, psychological and spiritual well-being for staff, patients/clients and their relatives/carers, seeking guidance or advice where necessary.

• Record and report all incidents/complaints involving staff, patients and visitors in accordance with Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust policies and assist in any investigations as required.

• To promote actively a healthy lifestyle for patients and staff appreciating national strategy requirements.

Responsibility- Policy and service

• Under the supervision of the ward / department manager to work on delegated projects relating to local policy and service development.

• To work towards an awareness of service delivery plans

• To be involved actively in the implementation of Trust policies and procedures at ward / department level, reinforcing their use.

• Maintain, update and develop personal and professional knowledge and skills, at first under supervision, using the Trusts Performance Review System, enabling standards of patient care to be monitored constantly and improved.

Responsibility- Financial and physical

• To work together with the ward team to ensure effective use of resources & adequate stock levels.

Responsibility Staff/ HR/ leadership, training

• Actively manage own annual leave in line with Trust and local Policy and Procedure.

• Maintain, update, and develop personal and professional knowledge and skills by participating in the Trusts 1:1, appraisal process and PDP development.

• Participate in the programme for clinical supervision as required.

• Maintain a personal, professional profile, identifying role and skill developments in line with the Scope of Professional Practice.

• Participate fully as a team member, sharing knowledge and information and supporting colleagues, including support staff to promote a cohesive ward team and the achievement of team objectives

• To engage actively with self-rostering in clinical ward or departments and to work towards participating in planning the duty rota taking into consideration the needs of the service and in conjunction with the parameters set by the Ward / department manager.

• To contribute to the development and maintenance of a positive learning environment for colleagues, patients and visitors.

• To participate in staff education and development, including utilising appropriate learning opportunities and to act as a mentor and resource for student nurses, adaptation and unqualified members of the nursing team.

Responsibility- Information resources

• To be involved actively in maintaining data quality on ICHIS and electronic patient records or similar systems in the future.

• Undertake relevant training for electronic information systems in place & under development.

• To remain updated and informed by regularly accessing your Trust email account for communications and information sharing.

Responsibility- Research and development

• Demonstrate through a holistic approach to nursing care and day to day clinical issues an understanding of evidence-based practice.

• Participate in the collection of audit and research data as required.

• At first under supervision, participate in conducting nursing audit to achieve the agreed standards.

• Under the supervision of the Sister/Charge Nurse contribute and participate in the process of setting goals and benchmarking standards of care.

• Participate in Trust wide research awareness sessions for nurses and midwives and recommend innovations for clinical practice.

Job responsibilities

1. Key areas of responsibility

To deliver efficient, compassionate, and excellent nursing care to patients and their families which is evidence based.

To minimise risk and maintain safety of patients and staff: supporting the ward manager in investigating incidents and identifying ways to improve practice.

To actively promote the safeguarding of children and young people.

To use evidence-based practice and actively participate in the progression of nursing within West London Childrens Healthcare (WLCH) and Imperial Healthcare trust.

1. General responsibilities

Communication and relationship skills

• To demonstrate politeness, courtesy, and sensitivity in dealing with patients/clients, visitors/relatives and colleagues, maintaining good customer relations.

• Contribute towards sharing good practice within the ward/department and Trust wide.

• To promote a positive image of WLCH and Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust at all times.

• To work cohesively with all members of the ward team in ensuring that the very best services to patients are provided at all times.

• Adhere to and actively promote to others the Trust Values and Behaviours.

• Be involved in organisational development plans to transform the hospital to meet the needs of future, this will include upholding WLCH and Imperial College Healthcare shared values.

Responsibility- Patient/ Client care

• In partnership with other professionals and disciplines to develop individual programmes which provide measurable outcomes of patient care. The process should include assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care in accordance with Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust policies.

• To take charge of the clinical needs of a group of defined patients and/or ward or department on occasion prioritising workload according to changing clinical need over a 24 period.

• To work towards taking charge of a clinical area as required utilising appropriate support as necessary to ensure safe staffing levels are maintained.

• To delegate tasks and activities to a range of team members in relation to patient care. (for example when taking charge or as link nurse)

• Ensure that nursing documentation is maintained to the Trust standard (including electronic records).

• To actively contribute to the quality improvement framework and patient experience work streams to improve quality care and experience.

• In conjunction with the staff team contribute to developing and maintaining a ward /department philosophy and model of care.

• To demonstrate awareness and compliance with Trust policies, procedures, guidelines and standards. To work towards promoting this to others.

• To be aware of, and to work towards actively participating in the Trusts framework of clinical governance within the ward or department area, seeking advice or guidance where necessary.

• Identify and report clinical risks so that appropriate action can be taken in accordance with the Trust risk management policy.

• To provide a suitable and safe environment for the physical, psychological and spiritual well-being for staff, patients/clients and their relatives/carers, seeking guidance or advice where necessary.

• Record and report all incidents/complaints involving staff, patients and visitors in accordance with Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust policies and assist in any investigations as required.

• To promote actively a healthy lifestyle for patients and staff appreciating national strategy requirements.

Responsibility- Policy and service

• Under the supervision of the ward / department manager to work on delegated projects relating to local policy and service development.

• To work towards an awareness of service delivery plans

• To be involved actively in the implementation of Trust policies and procedures at ward / department level, reinforcing their use.

• Maintain, update and develop personal and professional knowledge and skills, at first under supervision, using the Trusts Performance Review System, enabling standards of patient care to be monitored constantly and improved.

Responsibility- Financial and physical

• To work together with the ward team to ensure effective use of resources & adequate stock levels.

Responsibility Staff/ HR/ leadership, training

• Actively manage own annual leave in line with Trust and local Policy and Procedure.

• Maintain, update, and develop personal and professional knowledge and skills by participating in the Trusts 1:1, appraisal process and PDP development.

• Participate in the programme for clinical supervision as required.

• Maintain a personal, professional profile, identifying role and skill developments in line with the Scope of Professional Practice.

• Participate fully as a team member, sharing knowledge and information and supporting colleagues, including support staff to promote a cohesive ward team and the achievement of team objectives

• To engage actively with self-rostering in clinical ward or departments and to work towards participating in planning the duty rota taking into consideration the needs of the service and in conjunction with the parameters set by the Ward / department manager.

• To contribute to the development and maintenance of a positive learning environment for colleagues, patients and visitors.

• To participate in staff education and development, including utilising appropriate learning opportunities and to act as a mentor and resource for student nurses, adaptation and unqualified members of the nursing team.

Responsibility- Information resources

• To be involved actively in maintaining data quality on ICHIS and electronic patient records or similar systems in the future.

• Undertake relevant training for electronic information systems in place & under development.

• To remain updated and informed by regularly accessing your Trust email account for communications and information sharing.

Responsibility- Research and development

• Demonstrate through a holistic approach to nursing care and day to day clinical issues an understanding of evidence-based practice.

• Participate in the collection of audit and research data as required.

• At first under supervision, participate in conducting nursing audit to achieve the agreed standards.

• Under the supervision of the Sister/Charge Nurse contribute and participate in the process of setting goals and benchmarking standards of care.

• Participate in Trust wide research awareness sessions for nurses and midwives and recommend innovations for clinical practice.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NMC Registered in Paediatrics
• RSCN or RN

Experience

Essential

• Good basic level of English language demonstrated through effective written and verbal communication skills
• Basic IT skills
• Able to work under pressure
• Ability to practice within the scope of the NMC Code of Professional Conduct.
• Awareness of the 6 Cs and their application in practice
• Interpersonal skills.
• Able to prioritise and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work within a team and independently.
• Able to manage difficult situations.
• Organisational time management.
• Able to use initiative.
• A willingness to participate in continuing professional development
• Awareness of audit & research
• Flexible
• Punctual
• Enthusiastic
• Maintain a friendly, caring, safe environment for staff, patients, and visitors
• Treat patients, their families, and visitors as we would like to be treated ourselves
• Support colleagues with teamwork
• Provide a polite and helpful telephone service
• Be an excellent role model to all our patients their relatives and friends
• Assertive attitude

Desirable

• Experience in change management positive change agent.
• RSCN or RN with acute care experience
• For specialist areas able to demonstrate knowledge of patient group
• Knowledge of basic research and audit concepts
• Mentoring skills.

Qualifications

Essential

• NMC Registered in Paediatrics
• RSCN or RN

Experience

Essential

• Good basic level of English language demonstrated through effective written and verbal communication skills
• Basic IT skills
• Able to work under pressure
• Ability to practice within the scope of the NMC Code of Professional Conduct.
• Awareness of the 6 Cs and their application in practice
• Interpersonal skills.
• Able to prioritise and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work within a team and independently.
• Able to manage difficult situations.
• Organisational time management.
• Able to use initiative.
• A willingness to participate in continuing professional development
• Awareness of audit & research
• Flexible
• Punctual
• Enthusiastic
• Maintain a friendly, caring, safe environment for staff, patients, and visitors
• Treat patients, their families, and visitors as we would like to be treated ourselves
• Support colleagues with teamwork
• Provide a polite and helpful telephone service
• Be an excellent role model to all our patients their relatives and friends
• Assertive attitude

Desirable

• Experience in change management positive change agent.
• RSCN or RN with acute care experience
• For specialist areas able to demonstrate knowledge of patient group
• Knowledge of basic research and audit concepts
• Mentoring skills.

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

The Bays

S Wharf Road

London

W2 1NY

Employer's website

https://www.imperial.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)