Band 6 Junior sister / Charge nurse

NHS; Enfield; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare organization in Enfield is seeking a dedicated professional to manage patient care in the surgical ward. The role involves leading a team, ensuring quality, and supporting management functions. Candidates must have professional registration and relevant experience. This position offers a salary ranging from £44,485 to £52,521 per annum, along with a commitment to high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Professional registration required.
• Experience working in a multidisciplinary environment.

Responsibilities

• Be responsible for all aspects of patient care on the surgical ward.
• Support Ward Managers in quality and safety monitoring.
• Manage day-to-day operations of the ward in their absence.

Job description

The post holder liaises with all key members of the multidisciplinary team and service users related to the surgical ward and the enhanced surgical care unit (ESCU).

Main duties of the job

• Be responsible for all aspects of patient care including the assessment, planning, delivery and evaluation of direct patient care of patients on the surgical ward and in ESCU.
• Take the lead on delegated responsibilities as defined by the Ward Manager / Matron.
• Support the Ward Managers to monitor the safety and quality of care for patients.
• In the absence of the Ward Managers, be responsible for the day-to-day management of the ward.
• Manage a delegated group of Band 5 and Band 2 staff ensuring compliance with mandatory training and appraisal requirements.
• Ensure a positive focused service incorporating patients\' feedback to maintain and improve patient care.
• Act as an effective role model promoting excellence through practice.

About us

The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated staff care for over 1.6 million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17 million tests. Our size, scale and influence offer you career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. For more information please follow link https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk

Job responsibilities

Please see attached Job Description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust

Person Specification

Education

• Professional registration
• Royal Free World Class Values
• Education and qualification
• Experience
• Skills and aptitude
• Education and qualification
• Experience

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

£44,485 to £52,521 a year per annum inclusive of HCAS