GI Unit - Sister/Charge Nurse (16 week Acting Up Secondment)

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GI Unit - Sister/Charge Nurse (16 week Acting Up Secondment), London

Client:
Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust
Location:
London, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Reference:

2a88777ff763
Job Views:

4
Posted:

29.06.2025
Expiry Date:

13.08.2025
Job Description:

Job overview
An exciting job opportunity has arisen to cover a 16-week Secondment Acting up as the Ward Manager/Sister on the GI Unit - Northumberland Ward.
The GI unit has 52 beds for specialist Gastrointestinal surgical patients, providing pre- and post-operative care. We care for some of the most complex GI patients and receive tertiary referrals from around the country. We are one of the leading services within South East London.
We are seeking a compassionate and skilled leader to join our dedicated nursing team on the GI Unit. In this leadership role, you will oversee the smooth operation of the ward, ensuring high-quality patient care, efficient resource management, and the well-being of staff and patients.
If you're a passionate and experienced nurse looking to enhance your clinical and leadership skills while playing a key role in service development, this is the perfect opportunity for you.
Closing date: 29th June 2025
Main duties of the job
Leadership and Remodelling
Staff Management, Education and Training
Clinical Governance, Audit and Research
Service Development
Providing high quality care and assurance
Supporting Staff health and wellbeing
Operational management and patient flow
Managing budgets and safe staffing
Working for our organisation
Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust comprises five of the UK’s best-known hospitals – Guy’s, St Thomas’, Evelina London Children’s Hospital, Royal Brompton and Harefield – as well as community services in Lambeth and Southwark, all with a long history of high-quality care, clinical excellence, research, and innovation.
We are among the UK’s busiest, most successful foundation trusts.
We provide specialist care for patients including heart and lung, cancer, and renal services, as well as a full range of local hospital and community services for people in Lambeth and Southwark.
We have a long tradition of clinical and scientific achievement. As part of King’s Health Partners, we are one of England’s eight academic health sciences centres, bringing together world-class clinical services, teaching, and research. We have one of the National Institute for Health Research’s biomedical research centres, established with King’s College London in 2007, as well as dedicated clinical research facilities.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Clinical Leadership and Managerial
Lead the ward/department team and build successful links between key professionals to support effective multidisciplinary team working.
Manage the department nursing staff, ensuring high-quality clinical care and a good patient experience, respecting individual customs, religious beliefs, and doctrines.
Be accountable for practice in line with the NMC code of conduct and continuously develop professional competence.
Communicate effectively with the multidisciplinary team to ensure seamless patient care within the trust.
Act as a professional nurse leader and role model, applying high standards of clinical skills and developing others.
Maximize clinical resources, implement best practices in patient flow, admission, and discharge.
Monitor budget statements, identify trends, and manage spending to stay within budget.
Ensure adequate resources and equipment are available.
Develop effective communication channels within the team.
Participate in research, audits, and quality initiatives.
Identify and address unsafe environments for patients and staff.
Lead and support the ward team through change processes.
Deputise for the Matron as appropriate.
Responsible for medication administration, including blood transfusions and blood products.
Assess and recognize emergencies, interpret information, and lead appropriate actions.
Advocate for patients, ensuring patient-centered care and standards compliance.
Staff Management, Education, and Training
Motivate, support, and identify training needs for staff.
Implement HR policies on staffing, sickness, capability, and disciplinary issues.
Participate in recruitment, selection, and retention strategies.
Monitor staff turnover and retention, promoting flexible working.
Conduct appraisals and set objectives for junior staff.
Ensure induction programs and clinical teaching are in place.
Participate in staff education, training, and research.
Maintain training records and ensure mandatory training compliance.
Collaborate with educational institutions for student placements and training.
Keep abreast of nursing practice developments and research.
Ensure skill mix optimization and monitor use of bank and agency staff.
Clinical Governance, Audit, and Research
Ensure standards of care meet trust and personal standards.
Maintain infection prevention and control standards.
Engage in research, evidence-based practice, and audits.
Contribute to service redesign and planning projects.
Manage risks, incidents, and complaints proactively.
Ensure safe manual handling practices.
Develop and adhere to policies, procedures, and guidelines.
Undertake audits and report incidents and accidents.
Participate in clinical governance frameworks.
Investigate and resolve complaints and incidents promptly.
Service Development
Lead the implementation of clinical and organizational models.
Ensure service delivery aligns with business plans, financial planning, and standards.
Monitor activity levels and identify opportunities for service improvement.
Challenge, change, and expand roles with the education team and leadership.
Gather patient and public feedback for service enhancement.
Develop and evaluate departmental protocols for consistency and quality.
Person specification
Qualifications
RGN level 1
Education in GI
Ongoing professional development
BSc or working towards it
MSc or working towards it
Data analysis and trend identification skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Effective presentation skills
Budget management skills
Audit and research experience
Change management skills
Values and Behaviours
Guy’s and St Thomas’ values diversity and is committed to equitable treatment for staff and patients, promoting an inclusive environment free from discrimination based on race, ethnicity, disability, religion, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, maternity/paternity, or marital status.

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