Clinical Sister / Charge Nurse

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire (UHCW) NHS Trust; Coventry; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS Trust is seeking a dedicated individual to join their trauma and orthopaedic team. The role involves improving patient care, collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team, and developing education and training initiatives. Candidates will manage clinical assessments and ensure best practices in patient management.

Benefits

Learning and Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Interest in improving patient care within trauma and orthopaedics.
• Accountable for actions in accordance with the Code of Professional Conduct.

Responsibilities

• Clinical assessment of patients and managing a team.
• Ensuring appropriate care is planned, implemented, and evaluated.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Clinical Assessment

Patient Management

Job description

The trauma and orthopaedic team are seeking to recruit a highly motivated and dedicated individual as we continue to develop the service we provide to our patients. The ideal candidate will have an interest in improving patient care within trauma and orthopaedics and actively contribute to the development of education and training for the wider workforce. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with the multi-disciplinary team to embed high standards of patient care and best practice guidelines. Working with the nursing team, the candidate will develop innovative ideas to improve the patient journey and experience. Support will be provided to develop clinical practice and leadership skills through a bespoke induction and training package.

Closing Date: Please be advised that this job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Please apply promptly if interested.

The candidate will be accountable for their actions in accordance with the Code of Professional Conduct and will contribute to corporate objectives, acting within local, trust, and statutory guidelines and policies at all times.

The role involves effectively communicating clinical decisions, policies, and care pathways to patients, carers, and the multi-professional team.

The candidate will act as a skilled practitioner and clinical leader, supporting the management team and participating in service and policy development.

Responsibilities include clinical assessment of patients, managing a team, and ensuring appropriate care is planned, implemented, and evaluated or audited.

The role also includes organizing cross-departmental activities, including HR, resource, and stakeholder responsibilities as appropriate.

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching trusts in the UK, known for high-quality patient care, modern facilities, and leadership in research and innovation. It is recognized as a Pathway to Excellence organization. Details can be found at uhcw.nhs.uk.

Joining our team offers access to a wide range of learning and development opportunities in a dynamic environment.

The Trust is committed to diversity, equality, and human rights, fostering an environment where all staff are respected and valued, and where everyone can achieve their potential and provide the best care.

The role requires demonstrating highly technical and practical skills for optimal patient management, including complex monitoring, equipment management, and invasive procedures.

Development and education of staff through supervision, mentorship, and appraisal are integral to the role.

Utilizing IT systems effectively for accurate data management is essential.

The candidate will manage clinical events according to patient needs and support patients and carers during difficult situations, including delivering bad news or managing unexpected events.

Adherence to health and safety and trust policies to protect staff and patients is mandatory.

Maintaining a clean and safe environment in line with trust standards of hygiene and infection control is required.

For further details, please see the attached job description.