0176 - Sister/Charge Nurse

Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Barnsley Hospital NHS FT is seeking a motivated Band 6 Sister / Charge Nurse to join the Acute Medical Unit (AMU). You will provide clinical leadership, coordinate day-to-day operations, oversee admissions, transfers and discharges, and allocate staff according to patient acuity and priorities.

You will promote teamwork, safety and professional accountability, support staff development and wellbeing, contribute to performance management and quality improvement, and ensure compliance with

Qualifications

• Proactive and adaptable nurse with strong clinical, organisational and communication skills.
• Leads by example, supports staff wellbeing, and develops the nursing team.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the day-to-day running of the AMU, overseeing admissions, transfers and discharges.
• Allocate staff and resources according to patient acuity and clinical priorities.
• Monitor staffing levels and workload and escalate safety concerns when needed.
• Promote effective teamwork, professional accountability and appropriate delegation.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Staff development

Communication

Job description

Working closely with the Lead Nurses, Matron and multidisciplinary team, the post holder will provide clinical leadership and support to nursing staff, maintaining high standards of clinical practice and patient safety.

The role will also involve supporting staff development, contributing to performance management and quality improvement initiatives, and ensuring compliance with organisational policies and clinical standards.

We are looking for a proactive and adaptable nurse with strong clinical, organisational and communication skills, who is committed to leading by example, supporting staff wellbeing, developing the nursing team and continuously improving patient care within AMU., The Band 6 Sister / Charge Nurse will coordinate the day-to-day running of the unit, overseeing patient flow, admissions, transfers and discharges. They will allocate staff and resources according to patient acuity, dependency and clinical priorities, monitor staffing levels and workload, and respond to changing demands, escalating concerns where patient safety may be compromised.

They will promote effective communication, teamwork and professional accountability, ensuring appropriate delegation and supervision.

The Acute Medical Unit AMU is seeking a motivated, experienced and compassionate Band 6 Sister / Charge Nurse to join our nursing leadership team, delivering safe, effective and person-centred care within a fast-paced acute medical environment.

Barnsley is a place of real warmth and community spirit. With a proud industrial past, the town offers affordable living, great transport links, rich culture and many green spaces. Barnsley punches above its weight and has recently seen economic growth, substantial regeneration and digital ambition, whilst leading the way in healthcare innovation and employability.

At Barnsley Hospital, we are a close-knit, ambitious team delivering outstanding care in the heart of South Yorkshire. Our aim is to be the best place to work and we have been consistently rated by our people as being amongst the very best Trusts in the country in areas such as compassionate leadership, teamwork and supporting colleague wellbeing.

We offer a friendly working environment where you will be recognised and valued for what you do, led with compassion and integrity and have your career and wellbeing supported.

Barnsley Hospital NHS FT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity and fair treatment to all applicants.

Visa sponsorship is only available to applicants who meet UK Skilled Worker eligibility requirements, including salary thresholds.

The cost of the DBS (criminal records check) for Band 6 and above roles will only be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction.