0255 - Sister/Charge Nurse

Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Barnsley is looking for a skilled Orthopaedic Nurse. This role involves providing specialized care to patients with musculoskeletal conditions while working closely with a dedicated team. The successful candidate will coordinate patient care, maintain clinical standards, and uphold the Trust values, contributing to a positive working environment. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of an organization committed to promoting equality and improving staff experiences.

Benefits

Supportive work environment

Commitment to staff well-being

High performance recognition by CQC

Qualifications

• Experience in orthopaedic nursing or relevant field required.
• Registered Nurse with a valid NMC pin.
• Ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Ensure management of the clinical area safely and effectively.
• Coordinate patient care, maintaining clinical standards.
• Administer and check medication, ensuring compliance.

Skills

Compassionate care

Communication

Clinical governance understanding

Education

Registered Nurse qualification

Relevant clinical training

Job description

Overview

Ward 33 are seeking a skilled and compassionate Orthopaedic Nurse to join our team. The successful candidate will provide specialised care to patients with musculoskeletal conditions, including fractures, joint replacements, and spinal injuries. You will work closely with Orthopaedic Surgeons, Orthogeriatric Consultants, Physiotherapists and Advanced Clinical Practitioners. We work in-line with the Best Practice Tariff for our fractured neck of femur patients to ensure optimal outcomes for our patients. Communication will be a vital part of your role to ensure safe and holistic care. We take direct admissions from the Emergency Department and also repatriations from other hospitals. The successful candidate will be expected to model and uphold the Trust values and behaviours, providing a positive culture and environment for their colleagues and patients.

Responsibilities

• The Sister/Charge Nurse role will ensure that there is safe and effective management of the clinical area and contribute to the professional development of junior staff.
• The role includes responsibility for coordinating care, maintaining clinical standards and promoting patient safety and service improvement.
• You will act as the senior Nurse for the ward/department and will, participate in bed management and patient flow as required.
• Main duties of the job
• The successful candidate will be responsible for:
• Managing the safe flow of patients, including admissions and discharges
• Maintain a high standard of clinical work when carrying out tasks
• The administration and checking of medication
• Keeping up to date with all mandatory and role specific training
• Following our trust values and behaviours
• Ensure compliance with our clinical governance framework, you will motivate colleagues, champion patient safety and dignity and drive continuous improvement.
• We reserve the right to close positions early

About the employer / Additional information

• Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing Trust, currently rated Good by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and achieving significant progress in the delivery of our strategic objectives, including our ambition to be the best Place to Work
• We scored best in the country in the most recent NHS Staff Survey for teamwork, compassionate leadership, and supporting work/life balance. In 2024's survey, the Trust also scored above average in every theme of the NHS People Promise the promise NHS colleagues make to each other to improve the experience of working in the NHS for everyone
• We are proud of the commitment of our colleagues to ensuring a strong and sustainable future and our organisation is highly valued by our local communities
• There has never been a better time to join Barnsley Hospital. It is moving at pace and a we can do this attitude is evident right through the organisation
• Barnsley Hospital NHS FT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity and fair treatment to all applicants
• For individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link on the right hand side of the advert to check your eligibility, please note that band 2 and 3 entry roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship
• 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