Band 6 Junior Sister/ Charge Nurse - Pre Assessment UnitBand 6 Main area Surgery Pre Assessment Grade Band 6 Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week Job ref 162-6039-NC Site King George/Goodmayes Hospital Town Goodmayes Salary £40,701 - £48,054 Per annum inclusive Salary period Yearly Closing 19/05/2024 23:59 PEOPLE are at the HEART of everything we do This video gives a flavour of what it is like to work at our Trust and why some of our staff love working here We are looking to recruit highly motivated and enthusiastic Band 6 Junior Sister/ Charge Nurse for Pre Assessment Unit at King George Hospital (Tulip Ward - Goodmayes hospital) to join our dynamic team. We constantly strive to provide great and safe care for our patients. Preference will be given to applicants with Pre Assessment Unit experience. This is an excellent opportunity to develop patient's surgical anaesthetic assessment skills. You will be expected to run Nurse led pre assessment clinic to assess the patients for elective procedures. We offer the best training and development programme for our staff. Main duties of the job To be responsible for the individualised care of clients on their elective surgical pathway. To provide and maintaining a high standard of nursing practice whilst co-ordinating and liaising with other staff, in line with Trust and CQC standards To assist with support and supervision of students and junior members of the team To supervise and co-ordinate other staff as appropriate and take charge of own pre-assessment clinic. To  demonstrate leadership and deputise in the absence of the Senior sister/ Charge Nurse. Working for our organisationWe provide care for the residents of three diverse London boroughs. Most of our 7,800 permanent staff live in Barking and Dagenham, Havering and Redbridge and the majority are from black, Asian and minority ethnic groups. We also provide healthcare services to people in south west Essex, and specialist neurosciences services to the whole of the county.Our services include all the major specialties of large acute hospitals and we operate from two main sites - King George Hospital in Goodmayes and Queen’s Hospital in Romford. We have two of the busiest emergency departments in London – more than 300,000 people visited our A&Es in 2023. We also provide outpatient services at Brentwood Community Hospital, Barking Community Hospital, Loxford Polyclinic, and Harold Wood Polyclinic.We are particularly proud of our regional Neurosciences Centre; Radiotherapy Centre; Hyper Acute Stroke Unit; and dedicated breast care service at King George Hospital. We’re also part of the North East London Cancer Alliance .Detailed job description and main responsibilities For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification. The person specification listed below is not the full specification requirements for the role.Please ensure you review the full specification on the job description prior to submitting your application. Applicants are advised to read all the information on the advert and the supporting information before completing and submitting an application. As you complete your application please ensure you clearly demonstrate how you meet the criteria in the person specification for this post by adequately completing the supporting information section of the application form. All new staff appointed at the Trust are subject to a probationary period. Applications should be made online, however, queries regarding the application process, assistance with completion of the application form or if you require any adjustments (for applicants with a disability) please contact Nichola Ceesay, Recruitment Advisor, on 01708 435000 ext. 4176. Further details regarding the post may be obtained by contacting the manager as per the contact details above. Person specificationEducation/ QualificationsPost registration qualification or equivalent experience in pre assessment unit or specialist areaWorking towards DegreeSkills/AbilitiesEvidence of research and audit workEnsuring people settle in and feel part of our Trust straight away is one of our top priorities. We hold two corporate welcome events each month and, if successful, you will start on one of these days so we can provide you with a seamless and welcoming introduction to our Trust.We believe that providing the highest quality of care, is about having the best people, inspired and supported by the best leaders, and backed by the best training and career development opportunities. Our vision is to provide outstanding healthcare to our community, delivered with pride. It is driven by our PRIDE values and behaviours which were developed together with our staff.Barking Havering and Redbridge University Hospital NHS Trust is committed to Safeguarding Children and Adults at Risk and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults is central to the care provided by our Trust and the post holder must be aware of their responsibilities and work in line with our Trust’s Safeguarding Adult and Children Procedures.All salaries are inclusive of standard allowances e.g. High Cost Area for staff on Agenda for Change contracts. To create an inclusive and diverse workplace, we will work with you to get the best experience, so that you can provide outstanding care for our local community. We are happy to have an open discussion on part-time hours and flexible working and will consider your requirements if our service is able to accommodate. Please have discussion with the recruiting manager about your flexibility requirements. All correspondence regarding this application will be by e-mail, please check as some emails may fall into your junk folder.Please ensure that the references are from your most recent employer and one of these must be your direct Line Manager or Supervisor. Additionally, ensure that any gaps in your employment history are clearly indicated. Please ensure business/organisation email addresses are provided for all referees.We may close vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once a sufficient number of applications have been received and to support with streamlining the recruitment process.Unfortunately due to the large number of applications that the Trust receives for some posts, it is not possible to reply to every unsuccessful application.If you have not received a response within 3 weeks of the closing date of an advert, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful.Trust buildings and grounds became fully Smoke Free on National No Smoking Day 11th March 2015. The Trust expects all staff to promote healthy living and to set good examples in their own behaviour. Those not ready to quit smoking must remain smoke free during working hours, and will not be able to smoke in Trust uniform, in Trust grounds including car parks, while driving on Trust business or take smoking breaks. Second hand smoke causes heart and lung disease, and is harmful to young children. However, disposable or rechargeable e-cigarettes (“vaping”) may be used outside hospital buildings.We are an equal opportunity employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community and welcomes applications from people wishing to job-share, either with or without a partner. Applicants who consider themselves to have a disability (as defined by the Equality Act 2010) will be shortlisted for interview if they meet the essential criteria. We also operate strict screening procedures for posts with access to vulnerable adults and children.Employer certification / accreditation badgesYou must have appropriate UK professional registration.This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service. Name Kamaldeep Bhogal Job title Senior Sister- Pre Assessment Unit Email address kamaldeep.bhogal@nhs.net Telephone number 01708 435 000 Additional information Kamaldeep Bhogal, telephone 01708 435 000 ext 8334 There’s never been a better time to join the team. Apply online now.We have a wide range of flexible, temporary and part-time opportunities.#J-18808-Ljbffr