Deputy Ward Manager / Charge Nurse

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

Job summary

An exciting opportunity for a Deputy Ward Manager / Charge Nurse within a well-established Stroke nursing team at University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust. The role involves managing a team, ensuring safe staffing levels, and participating in patient care during ward rounds. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and essential clinical experience, contributing to a diverse multidisciplinary team focused on patient care.

Benefits

Wellbeing Programme for staff

Flexible working options

Support for professional development

Qualifications

• Significant experience in a clinical setting.
• Essential clinical skills required.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Manage staffing levels and conduct staff appraisals.
• Participate in daily ward rounds and weekly MDT.
• Handle patient complaints and ensure quality care.

Skills

Communication

Time Management

Multitasking

Education

Registered Nurse qualification

Job description

Go back University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Deputy Ward Manager / Charge Nurse

The closing date is 22 May 2025

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a well established Stroke nursing team. As a deputy ward manager / charge nurse you will be responsible for essential day to day nurse in charge responsibilities and the smooth running of the shift in the absence of the ward manager. Managing a team of staff, ensuring staffing levels are safe / any concerns escalated, and carrying out essential audits will be part of a typical day. Dealing with incidents, complaints and managing a small team of staff are expectations of the role. We are looking for a highly motivated individual with enthusiasm and drive to join our experienced and diverse MDT. A hands on approach is vital to meet the needs of our patients. Good time management and communication skills are vital for this role. The role will also include being a Stroke bleep holder where you will be required to attend calls to assess patients in the acute phase of their Stroke, administering Tenactaplayse in patients who meet the Thrombolysis criteria. Full training will be given in this area and fully supported by our Stroke Specialist nurses.

The role is very diverse and each day can be very varied. Being able to multitask and think quickly to adapt to different situations is essential to the role. If you feel that you have the ability to work as part of a large MDT and have the necessary skills then we would love to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

As a band 6 you will have junior management responsibilities. You will be supported by the ward manager and training / support given with managing a small group of staff. Appraisals, rota management, sickness management and dealing with complaints are aspects of the role alongside being a Stroke bleep holder. You will have the relevant clinical skills and competencies required at this level. Mentoring of students nurses is an important part of the role. Being able to prioritise, delegate and communicate effectively are important elements of the role. There are daily ward rounds which are Consultant led and you will be expected to participate in weekly MDT, escalating patient care to enhance flow and enable more effective discharge planning.

About us

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in ourWellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.

As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.

We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.

Job responsibilities

Main duties and responsibilities of the role include -

Off duty management and escalating staffing concerns

Conducting staff appraisals

Monitoring and competing essential audits

Dealing with patient complaints / relatives

Participating with daily ward rounds and weekly MDT

Ensuring good care and having a hands on approach to role model

Have excellent communication skills both verbal & non verbal

Be able to work independently / be part of a diverse team

Person Specification

face to face interview

• significant experience & grade / specific clinical skills
• achieved grade / substantial experience

face to face

• essential clinical skills / experience

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

• Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
• Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).

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.

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)