Area Charge Nurse - Blood Donation Team Lead

NHS Blood and Transplant; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Southampton is seeking an Area Sister / Charge Nurse to lead and manage donation teams across Hampshire and Dorset. This role requires clinical leadership and accountability for donor care and safety. The ideal candidate will be a registered nurse who can motivate their team and ensure high standards. Excellent learning opportunities and flexible working arrangements are provided, alongside comprehensive annual leave and a supportive environment. Applications are invited from those keen to make a difference in patient care.

Benefits

27 days annual leave

NHS pension scheme

Support for professional growth

Qualifications

• Demonstrates leadership and best practice in delivering care.
• Works independently and leads with compassion.
• Experience in driving service delivery improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate a team of Healthcare Assistants.
• Ensure safety of donors and delivery of blood products.
• Oversee clinical assessment and donor care.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Coaching and mentoring

Patient safety initiatives

Information Technology

Education

Registered Nurse with NMC registration

Evidence of continuous professional development

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

A leading healthcare organization in Southampton is seeking an Area Sister / Charge Nurse to lead and manage donation teams across Hampshire and Dorset. This role requires clinical leadership and accountability for donor care and safety. The ideal candidate will be a registered nurse who can motivate their team and ensure high standards. Excellent learning opportunities and flexible working arrangements are provided, alongside comprehensive annual leave and a supportive environment. Applications are invited from those keen to make a difference in patient care.