Band 6 Sister/Charge Nurse

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust; Metchley; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS Foundation Trust in Metchley is seeking a passionate Band 6 Junior Sister/Charge Nurse to join the Harborne Ward team. This permanent position involves overseeing ward activities, supervising staff, and maintaining high standards of care. Candidates should have strong leadership skills and be prepared to work day and night shifts as needed in a supportive and inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Registered nurse with relevant experience.
• Ability to work days, nights, and weekends.
• Desire to develop into a leadership role.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all ward activities.
• Ensure quality service in manager's absence.
• Supervise junior staff on duty.
• Take charge of a shift.

Skills

Leadership skills

Ability to work under pressure

Job description

We are seeking to recruit an enthusiastic, motivated Band 6 Junior Sister/Charge Nurse to join our team on Harborne Ward on a permanent basis.

About Harborne Ward

Harborne Ward at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital is a 30-bedded ward, specialising in caring for older acute patients living with frailty and other comorbidities.

Role Responsibilities

1. Work as the deputy to the Ward/Department Manager in coordinating all ward activities.
2. Ensure the delivery of a quality service through leadership and efficient resource deployment in the absence of the Ward/Department Manager.
3. Assist in the smooth running of the ward during the manager's absence.
4. Supervise junior staff on duty.
5. Take charge of a shift.
6. Maintain Trust standards of care.
7. Participate in staff sickness, absence procedures, off-duty, and HR issues.
8. Support the management structure to uphold high standards of nursing practice focusing on quality and clinical standards.

Candidate Profile

We are looking for a nurse with leadership skills, the ability to work under pressure, and a desire to develop into a leadership role. The role involves working days, nights, and weekends, deputising for the ward manager and taking charge of the ward.

Our Commitment

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust promotes an inclusive culture where everyone feels valued and can thrive. We aim to develop compassionate, culturally competent leaders and create a welcoming workplace that respects diversity. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments for staff with disabilities, including physical disabilities, long-term health conditions, mental health, or neurodiverse conditions.