Charge Nurse/Junior Sister

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust; Brighton; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust seeks a Band 6 Junior Sister / Charge Nurse to join the vascular nursing team. This full-time position involves patient care coordination, mentoring junior staff, and collaboration with specialists in a highly experienced environment. The role includes advanced wound care management and a commitment to inclusive care for all patients.

Benefits

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Wellbeing programme for staff

Qualifications

• Experienced registered nurse with proficiency in surgical nursing.
• Demonstrated interest in leadership and mentoring roles.
• Effective communicator with the ability to build relationships.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate shifts on the ward and manage patient flow.
• Ensure safety and high standards among junior staff.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for patient care.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Mentoring

Clinical Skills

Education

Registered Nurse qualification

Job description

We are looking for a dynamic and highly motivated Band 6 Junior Sister / Charge Nurse to join our team.

Role Overview

As a Sister/Charge Nurse, you should possess proficient clinical, communication, mentoring, and leadership skills, with a demonstrated interest in surgical nursing.

In return, you will be supported to develop your leadership and specialist clinical skills further.

Position Details

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced registered nurse to work as an integral member of the vascular nursing team. The position is full-time.

Level 8 Tower Ward is a 37-bedded surgical in-patient area, serving as the regional hub for complex vascular surgery. The nursing team is among the most experienced in wound care management and pain control. The post holder will collaborate with the vascular nurse specialist and be part of a large multidisciplinary team.

Working Conditions

You will work alongside our new ward manager and matron during this exciting time of change.

This full-time role (37.5 hours per week) involves long days from 07:00 to 19:30, including night shifts from 19:00 to 07:30.

Responsibilities

1. Shift coordination on the ward, managing bed flow in liaison with the clinical site management team.
2. Ensuring high standards and safe practice among junior staff members.
3. Collaborating with the vascular MDT to ensure excellent patient care throughout the patient journey.
4. Participating in board and ward rounds, updating the team on any changes.
5. Building effective relationships with patients, relatives, carers, and ward staff to promote a positive patient experience.

Our Commitment

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

We treat our patients and staff with compassion and empathy. Our extensive Wellbeing Programme supports staff wellbeing. As a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching, and training, helping our staff grow and develop throughout their careers.

We look forward to receiving your application and welcoming you to UHSussex.

Additional Information

Candidate Information Pack: https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/resources/candidate-information-pack/

Contact Details

For further details or informal visits, contact:

• Name: Francesca Bosworth
• Job Title: Ward Manager
• Email: [e-mail]
• Telephone: [phone]
• Ext: 64341, 64783