Deputy Sister Band 6

BSO Recruitment & Selection Services; Dundonald; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare recruitment agency is seeking a Registered Nurse to oversee ward operations, ensuring safe practices and enhancing patient experiences. The ideal candidate should have two years’ post-registration experience, a Post Graduate Diploma or equivalent, and be registered with the NMC. The position is located in Dundonald, Northern Ireland, and focuses on providing effective leadership and management while adhering to Trust guidelines. Closing date for applications is 13 Feb 2026.

Qualifications

• Two years’ post-registration experience required within medical wards/MDCU.
• Must be a Registered Nurse on Part 1 of the live NMC Register.
• Post Graduate Diploma or equivalent qualification necessary.

Responsibilities

• Promote and monitor safe and effective nursing practice.
• Provide effective leadership and management in the ward.
• Contribute to the organization's objectives and maintain standards.

Skills

Registered Nurse on Part 1 of the live NMC Register

Experience within medical wards/MDCU

Post Graduate Diploma or equivalent qualification

Job description

The post holder is accountable for their ward/department and will: Promote and monitor safe and effective practice. Enhance the patient/client experience. Provide effective leadership and management. Contribute to the delivery of the organisation’s objectives. Adhere to Trust valuesPlease see employer website for full job details & person specification.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to DHSSPS and NMC guidelines for practice requirements and standards, for example, safe handling, administration, storage and custody of medicinal products.
• Adhere to Trust guidelines, policies and procedures.
• Ensure that organisational goals are reflected in own and the nursing teams’ objectives and in ward / department plans.
• Contribute to the development of the Trust’s policies and strategies, where appropriate.
• Maintain own professional and personal development in accordance with the NMC (2018) The Code: Professional Standards of Practice and Behaviour for Nurses and Midwives.

Skills and Qualifications

• Registered Nurse on Part 1 of the live NMC Register..
• Have two years’ post-registration experience within medical wards/MDCU.
• Have obtained a Post Graduate Diploma or equivalent qualification i.e. Specialist Practice Course or stand-alone Module.

Area: All of Northern Ireland
Closing date: 13 Feb 2026