Sister/Charge Nurse A & E
Details
“West Mid’s” progressive and forward thinking A&E department has vacancies for band 7 Sister/ Charge Nurse. The department sees approximately 92,000 patients a year. We have a diverse population that we provide a service to, as well as a significant number of tertiary services. The department has a paediatric area and an 8- bedded observation ward, along with a 3-bedded resuscitation area, 10 majors cubicles and a minor injuries area.
This position would place the successful applicant at the forefront of emergency care. Working as a member of a motivated team each day brings new challenges and experiences. You will be co-ordinating the A&E department, working alongside the Modern Matron and other senior staff to ensure a high standard of clinical care is delivered, and that our team of enthusiastic and skilled nursing staff receive appropriate education and professional development. You will need:
•Sufficient A&E experience to be able to demonstrate a strong clinical
skill base and the leadership qualities necessary for this senior role,
•Post registration qualification in A&E nursing
•Degree level education (or a commitment to work towards)
•A recognised teaching certificate
•To be a good communicator,
•To provide a high standard of clinical skills, and
•To be keen to help drive and influence innovative practice within A&E
services.
We are committed to supporting professional development through training, supervision, appraisals and personal development plans.
Please contact Modern Matron Debbie Williams on 020 8560 2121 bleep 450, if you would like more information about our services.
Ref: 168-MB406
Closing date: 3rd November 2008
To apply for this post please visit our web site on: www.west-middlesex-hospital.nhs.uk where the application form, job description and person specification will be available.
West Middlesex University Hospital NHS Trust is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to flexible working arrangements.
All disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the job will be invited to interview".
