Clinical Sister/Charge Nurse - Victoria Ward

NHS Jobs; Warwick; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in the UK is seeking a Clinical Sister/Charge Nurse for Victoria Ward. The role involves leading non-medical staff, maintaining clinical standards, and ensuring patient care excellence. Ideal candidates will have a nursing degree and relevant experience in an acute setting. The position offers opportunities for professional development and aims to uphold high nursing practice standards.

Qualifications

• First level registered nurse with 2 years experience in an acute setting.
• Possess relevant post basic education and experience, including a minimum of two years at Band 5.
• Evidence of continuous personal and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical and professional leadership to all non-medical staff.
• Ensure nursing practice is based on current and best evidence.
• Maintain KPIs, Nurse Care Indicators, and Infection Prevention standards.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Confidence in changing environments

Education

Diploma/Degree in Professional Nursing

Job description

Clinical Sister/Charge Nurse - Victoria Ward

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Hold a Diploma/Degree in Professional Nursing.
• Be a first level registered nurse with 2 years experience in an acute setting.
• Possess relevant post basic education and experience, including a minimum of two years at Band 5.
• Provide evidence of continuous personal and professional development.
• Have the aptitude and confidence for working within a rapidly changing environment.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide clinical and professional leadership to all non-medical staff in the ward, ensuring nursing practice is based on current and best evidence.
• Take responsibility for personal and professional development, maintaining clinical credibility and competence.
• Keep an up-to-date personal portfolio in line with NMC registration requirements.
• Ensure ward's philosophy aligns with clinical governance principles and that staff understand its importance.
• Maintain KPIs, Nurse Care Indicators, and Infection Prevention standards monthly.
• Participate in setting and maintaining high standards of evidence-based nursing.
• Accurately undertake health assessments, interpret clinical signs, results, and investigations, and make management recommendations.
• Supervise and evaluate nursing staff work, promoting patient and carer involvement in care planning and delivery.
• Implement communication systems to keep patients and families informed.
• Conduct regular audits to uphold record-keeping standards.
• Supervise junior staff in developing care priorities and address them promptly, seeking advice when needed.
• Communicate effectively with patients, carers, and staff, demonstrating respect and trust.
• Act as a patient advocate, facilitating shared decision-making.
• Ensure patient needs are expressed and respected in care plans.
• Liaise with other agencies and professionals to maintain service quality.
• Maintain accurate patient records per NMC standards.
• Coordinate clinical activities and manage shifts.
• Serve as clinical leader and role model, sharing expertise.
• Ensure patient information confidentiality and safety.

Communications and Working Relationships

• Work with the ward manager to monitor staff sickness and adhere to absence policies.
• Manage complaints informally and escalate appropriately.
• Ensure equipment is serviced timely.
• Mentor student nurses and set action plans.
• Report clinical incidents accurately and promptly, supporting system improvements.
• Ensure staff adhere to clinical protocols reflecting best practices.
• Participate in recruitment, staff development, and performance monitoring.
• Support staff induction, preceptorship, and training initiatives.
• Review ward documentation and support clinical governance through risk management, education, audits, and best practices.

Education

• Develop clinical practice through ongoing education and share evidence-based practice.
• Participate in mandatory training and contribute to patient education and health promotion.
• Support professional development and lifelong learning.

Manage Finance

• Assist in resource planning, monitoring, and control to optimize ward resources.
• Distribute staff leave evenly and match skill mix to workload.
• Adhere to policies for booking bank and agency staff.
• Use resources cost-effectively and participate in cost improvement initiatives.