Cedar Ward is a 24 bedded Acute Trauma and Orthopaedic Ward, General Surgery, some ENT and Max Fax . It also accommodates surgical patients that are leaving ITU that require tracheostomy care ( usually 1-2 pts maximum).
Working Monday to Friday 37.5 hours which may entail some flexibility when required.
The current post holder is retiring after a long successful career as the Senior Sister on this ward, she has nurtured a mature, skilful, dedicated and kind team of nurses.
The post holder will be expected to liaise appropriately with all key members of the multi-disciplinary team and service users related to the speciality.
- To be responsible for all aspects of patient care including the assessment, planning, delivery and evaluation of direct patient care.
- To work weekdays and if requested to work occasional weekends and/or nights to monitor quality of service throughout a 24 hour period.
- To take overall responsibility for ensuring the accuracy of the Quality & Safety boards and daily monitoring of planned vs actual staffing levels.
- To monitor and ensure a positive focussed service incorporating patients’ feedback to improve patient care.
- To be responsible for the supervision and development of all staff including student nurses and support workers, providing support, advice and training.
To effectively manage the ward resources, i.e. pay and non-pay budget, human resources, the clinical environment and inclusive of beds where appropriate.
- To ensure compliance of mandatory training and appraisal requirements for all nursing staff.
- To act as an effective role model and mentor promoting excellence through practice.
- To act up for the Matron when necessary.
To be an ideas person that is able to come up with solutions, manage quality projects and lead change as required.
The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK’s biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests.
Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top
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