Sister/Charge Nurse (General Surgery)
- Location:
- London jobs
- Salary:
- £32878 - £37235 per annum
- Company:
- Alex Harp.
- Job type:
- Permanent jobs
- Date posted:
- 29/10/2009 17:13
- Job id:
- 45797869
- Contact:
- Alex Harp Recruitment
- Ref:
- Totaljobs/BM/COL/29 1009/02
Job Ref Number: BM/COL/291009/02
Position: Sister/Charge Nurse (General Surgery)
Location: London
Temporary/Contract/Permanent: Permanent
Salary: £32,878 - £37,235
Company Info: A nurse experienced in General Surgery and with strong management experience is sought to join a London hospital well known for its state of the art facilities and quality patient care. The ideal candidate will enjoy teaching and training junior staff and will have a passion for patient care. This is an ideal opportunity for a professional with vision to work with a well established quality department and lead a team of specialised professionals to provide outstanding service.
Responsibilities:
* To demonstrate good clinical practice at all times and to be accountable for own actions.
* Prioritising workloads and directing staff accordingly.
* Make efficient use of available resources with regard to budgetary constraints and business objectives.
* Regularly deputise for Ward/Floor Manager, providing management and leadership in her absence.
* Promote team working to maximise effectiveness of service delivery.
* Assess, plan and evaluate care, based on individual patient and family needs.
* Evaluate the work of the team and ensure standards are met.
* Assist in audit and quality assessment procedures.
* Continually seek to develop clinical skills and delivery of care to meet service user's expectations.
* Respect and ensure patient privacy and confidentiality.
* Maximise revenue capture from patient care.
* Risk assessment and management, ensuring a safe environment for patients, visitors, staff and colleagues.
* Assist in recruitment and selection.
* Support and act as role model for junior staff.
* Promoting a learning environment, assessing training needs and ensuring these are met.
* Ensure equipment is adequate and in good working order.
* To maintain accurate patient and staff records.
* Provide patients and families with information regarding the care and management of their condition.
* Responsible for the control storage and administration of drugs.
* Involvement in projects as required.
Requirements:
* Ideally have a minimum of four years post registration experience within General Surgery.
* Up to date mentorship course essential.
* Ability to demonstrate problem solving, leadership and management skills.
* Keen interest/experience in gynae, breast, urology and or general surgery and High dependency nursing.
