Sister/Charge Nurse

University Hospital Southampton ,
Southampton, Hampshire
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An exciting opportunity has become available a Sister / Charge Nurse within the Cardic Intensive Care Unit (CICU) at University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust (UHS). ABOUT THE TEAM CICU is a as a highly specialised cardiac service for cardiac patients from across the region and nationally. We have 16 beds and the vast majority of our patients are admitted directly from cardiac theatres with a small proportion of cardiology and other admissions. The unit is fast paced caring for patients who require post-operative care following elective cardiac surgery, emergency surgical and cardiology admissions, complex multi organ support and adult congenital patients. CICU is one of the busiest dedicated cardiac intensive care units in the country and is ranked 3rd for patient outcomes. This is an excellent opportunity to join the South Coast's largest Critical Care Unit. This comprises of General ICU, Cardiac ICU, Neurological ICU and Surgical High Dependency; who are proud of their national status and reputation within Critical Care. University Hospitals Southampton (UHS) Critical Care Units are renowned for our local and national contribution to Critical Care and for consistently delivering high standards of clinical care. We are very proud of our developments and our service has expanded enabling us to actively recruit. Critical care was awarded 'outstanding' for leadership in our recent CQC inspection. WHAT YOU'LL DO Under the leadership of the Matron you will have the responsibility for day-to-day operational management of the Unit. You will be expected to lead and develop a team effectively in collaboration with your Band 7 colleagues and be able to demonstrate current experience of, or commitment to, developing effective managerial and leadership skills. You will be receptive to change and committed to working collaboratively with the inter-professional team. As part of your role you will have the opportunity to rotate into the Critical Care Education and Practice Development teams, where you will work with our existing senior nursing team and Clinical Nurse Educators to provide training, education and practice development for junior staff. If you enjoy the challenge of working in a busy environment and are looking for a challenge then this is the post for you. You can expect to receive a supportive educational and leadership development programme tailored to your individual development pathway. If you have an interest in research your contribution to our active research team is welcome. Our Critical Care Unit offers the opportunity to actively participate in Critical Care issues at Trust, National and at an International level. With a varied and complex case mix, a commitment to developing our roles in a visionary manner makes this an excellent opportunity to gain a rewarding career within the Critical Care Unit. WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR We are looking for individuals who are able to demonstrate the aptitude to work in highly pressurised situations with motivation and enthusiasm. You must have key qualities demonstrating sound leadership skills in motivating a team in an evolving environment, with characteristics of compassion and commitment to provide safe, quality care for patients and their relatives. WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU As one of the largest acute teaching Trust's in England, we can offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. We believe you deserve the best possible surroundings in which to do your job and we want to support you in doing your job to the best of your ability. As a Trust, we support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. You'll have an opportunity to discuss this at interview. Our LiveWell and inspire programme offers opportunities, support and advice, including smoking cessation services, exercise and activity classes, and support for mental health. UHS employees are able to access a huge range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata) on appointment, can access on-site nursery facilities (subject to availability), and we offer a generous pension scheme. ABOUT OUR TRUST AND SOUTHAMPTON UHS is rated 'Good' by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care. Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and only an hour on the train from central London. The New Forest National Park and the beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than those in London, 13 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted and 13 nearby green spaces to enjoy. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Interviews will be held on Thursday, 25 June 2020. Internal rotation, days, nights, weekends and bank holidays For further details / informal visit

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