Midgley Ward Sister
Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation TrustJob overview
We are looking for a motivated individual to provide high quality , nursing care and support to patients and their families with a variety of respiratory conditions. You will provide day to day leadership to junior nurses, be a role model and lead the way, fostering and developing a learning environment where feedback is welcomed and valued
Provide specialist clinical advice regarding the service and treatment of patients. Work as part of the team demonstrating effective communication and working collaboratively with colleagues inside and out of the department
Delegate roles and responsibilities, keeping up to date with organisational developments. Adhere to trust protocols and maintain standards
Lead Board/Safer meetings to ensure patient care is delivered seamlessly and that discharge planning is proactive, safe and promotes maximum independence for patients.
To comply with the Trust’s values and expected behaviours
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- Working on Midgley ward, you will co ordinate the shift, liase with the MDT ensuring patient flow and discharge is effectively managed
- Allocation of safe staffing and appropriate skill mix to meet patient acuity, managing staff sickness, escalating shifts where required
- Communicate and liaise with patients, their families, and the wider MDT to deliver quality care that is individualised to our complex patient group
- Problem solve and de escalate situations, supporting junior colleagues
- Accurately assess unwell patients escalating care, to NIV/CPAP/Optiflow, appropriately following NIV pathway
Working for our organisation
Midgley ward is a 26 bedded ward that specialises in Respiratory and General Medicine.
Midgley ward can be extremely busy with a high turn over of patients with complex chronic respiratory and acute medical conditions. The ward environment is dynamic and forward thinking. You will have the opportunity to develop a wide range of extended clinical and management skills as we move closer to realising our aspiration for a Respiratory support unit, enabling improved management of acutely ill patients on NIV and stepdown from ITU.
Midgley is a progressive and inclusive ward which works effectively within the Multidisciplinary model
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Full Vacancy details can be found on the attached Job Description/Person Specification. Please refer to your suitability to the post in your supporting information from the role requirements or person specification.
You will be joining the organisation at an exciting time. As the first fully integrated care organisation in England, we are working to improve the way we deliver safe, high-quality health and social care. We have a positive and vibrant working atmosphere, we are proud of our investment in our staff both in terms of developing potential career skills and valuing people.
If you provide support to a family member or friend with health or care needs, we aim to be a Carer-friendly employer. We have a ‘Staff Carers’ policy which includes flexible working where possible and a Carer’s Passport scheme that links you into support and discounts.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
- We reserve the right to close vacancies early if we receive a high volume of applications. Therefore, we encourage you to apply promptly.
- Please read the job description carefully and tailor your application to reflect the requirements of the role.
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