Charge Nurse Spinal Injuries

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.

The Role

Permanent band 6 Charge Nurse post has arisen to manage Philipshill ward within the QENSIU this is a national unit who care for patients who have sustained a spinal cord injury. Philipshill provides rehabilitation skills to prepare patients for discharge after a SCI. We are looking for an experienced registered nurse with current NMC registration and significant post registration experiences at band 5 level with passion for rehabilitation.

Registered Nurse with current NMC registration and significant post registration experiences at band 5 level with passion for rehabilitation. Evidence of team working skills with ability to work using own initiative with knowledge around quality improvement to lead and support the SCN to demonstrate good outcomes for patients and staff. Effective listening, interpersonal skills and time management skills that can offer flexibility to support the service.

To undertake this role you must be able to demonstrate excellent communication skills with nursing colleagues and members of the multi-disciplinary team. You will be instrumental in ensuring a continuum of service delivery by responding to the many challenges presented on a daily basis on maintaining safe, effective, person centred care whilst supporting the senior charge nurse and deputizing in their absence, having the knowledge and skills to report and escalate priorities to ensure the ward is safe

Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:

• Base location is Queen Elizabeth University Hospital - National Spinal Injuries Unit
• Permanent Contract
• Full-time Position
• Shift Pattern - Rotational Days and Nights 11.5hrs Monday - Sunday

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for the assessment of care needs and the development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care for patients to ensure delivery of a high standard of care.
• In the absence of the SCN, assume accountability for the management of daily operational responsibilities in the ward including, work allocation, deployment and supervision of staff to ensure smooth running of the ward.
• In conjunction with the SCN sets monitors and evaluates standards of care within defined policies, procedures, standards and protocols of the ward and Division to ensure adherence to, and delivery of, a high quality service.
• Consults with the SCN to ensure that all nursing staff are aware of, and work within, local and Division policies and procedures to ensure the safe working practices are maintained for both patients and staff.
• Maintains effective communication with patients, relatives/carers and other members of the multidisciplinary team to ensure that appropriate information is shared and patient needs are met.
• Leads and supervise/mentor junior staff/students who are providing care to patients and act as a source of advice to ensure their educational needs are met.
• Undertakes teaching of registered/non-registered nursing staff, including basic and post-basic students, and participate in the implementation of staff personal development plans to facilitate ongoing development.
• Organise own workload to ensure that the interests of patients/clients are met.
• Please refer to the job description and person specification for further details.

Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job:

• Registered Nurses on the NMC Register.
• Recognised post-registration course and/or leadership.
• Five years post registration experience, of which two years must be within neurosurgery o Proven managerial and clinical skills.
• Evidence of continuing professional development.
• Proven involvement in quality improvement.

What We Offer

We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.

As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:

• A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
• Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
• Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
• Enhanced pay for working public holidays
• NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
• Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies

Interested?

If you would like to find out more, we would love to hear from you.

For An Informal Discussion, Please Contact

Drew Campbell, SCN, On 01412012532 or email ***email_hidden***

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