Sister - Band 6

at  North Bristol NHS Trust

We have various Band 6 Sister post within our dialysis units.
You will be an experienced Band 5 or already a sister 6 Nurse looking for a change or an opportunity to shine and show your potential as a future Leader in Nursing care, Renal experience is not necessary as this will be taught.
Weston Dialysis unit (Ambleside Renal unit) Weston general Hospital Grange Road Telephone 01934 647181
Although your primary post will be based at your successful unit; You will be asked to support other areas within the division and especially the other renal units within NORTH Bristol Trust to gain interdisciplinary working, gain knowledge and auditing as well as networking with other teams.
Datix, complaints
E-rostering.
Daily ward management and leading the team with confidence
Supporting the Senior Sister
Undertake audits and participate in weekly quality meetings
Leading board rounds, MDT working,
Having difficult conversations,
Registered nurse with current NMC licence to practice.
Evidence of continued professional development i.e. a professional portfolio and participation in appraisal and development review. recruitment and retention
To have achieved a recognized teaching & assessing qualification.
Completion of training for additional clinical skills required in the department
Evidence of attendance at mandatory training appropriate to the role.
Competence in the use of computers and electronic communication systems or expectation to develop existing skills further as the needs of the service dictate.
Evidence of an ability to critically appraise and utilize research to maintain and improve patient care.
Renal and dialysis experience however desirable not essential
As the regional renal centre, we are friendly team who are keen to encourage and support the development of others, to ensure high standards of care are maintained, alongside the Trust Values.
If you are looking for a change of scene or a new challenge we would love to hear from you.
We are looking for a highly skilled band 5 or experienced band 6 nurse, who would be able to hit the ground running.
A good understanding or working knowledge of band 6 management roles would be advantageous

Please refer the Job description for details