Deputy Ward Sister / Charge Nurse

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Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic Deputy Ward Sister/Charge Nurse in General Surgery at a leading NHS Trust. This role involves providing clinical leadership, ensuring high standards of patient care, and supporting the ward manager. You will play a vital role in fostering a compassionate environment, prioritizing patient safety, and mentoring staff. Join a dedicated team committed to excellence and innovation in healthcare, where your contributions will make a real difference in the lives of patients across Sussex. If you are passionate about nursing and looking for a rewarding career, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible Working Hours

Wellbeing Programme

Professional Development Opportunities

Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives

Qualifications

• Experience in teaching and sharing knowledge.
• Ability to supervise staff and resources effectively.
• Record of continuing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and support to the nursing team.
• Ensure quality and safety in the clinical area.
• Act as a role model for staff and patients.

Skills

Team Leadership

Clinical Care

Patient Safety

Communication Skills

Mentorship

Education

RGN 1st Level with NMC registration

Leadership Course

Mentorship/PSPA Training

Job description

Main area General Surgery Grade Band 6 Contract Permanent: . Hours Part time - 23 hours per week (Flexible 7 day cover) Job ref 279-7078148-MAY25

Employer 279 University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site Worthing Hospital Town Worthing Salary £37,338 - £44,962 per annum pro rata Salary period Yearly Closing 20/05/2025 23:59

Deputy Ward Sister / Charge Nurse

Band 6

About our Trust

At UHSussex we’re proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK’s largest acute Trusts , we’re a leading example of the excellence, the ambition and the values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.

Our hard-working, talented and dedicated people work together towards a common goal – to always put our Patient First . In fact our mission is summed up by our ‘where better never stops’ motto and you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex.

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 overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen in General Surgery. Chiltington ward are looking for a dynamic and motivated deputy ward sister/charge nurse with experience in General Surgery.

The role of the post holder is to support the ward manager, and in their absence ensure the effective management of Chiltington ward at Worthing Hospital. In addition the post holder will provide clinical and professional leadership within this area, ensuring an effective, quality service with responsibility for patient safety and standards of care.

To practice and act in accordance with NMC code of conduct and University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust policies and procedures.

Main duties of the job

Provide high quality leadership for the nursing team and support the ward manager to ensure quality and safety is prioritised in the clinical area . Supporting staff and patient experience. Provide high quality evidence based clinical care to patients, in line with the Trust Values and in accordance with professional regulations. Work with others to protect and promote the health and wellbeing of those in your care, their families and carers, and the wider community.To act as a role model communicating in line with the Trust Values, to patients, carers and the staff at all times.Accept delegated responsibility for specific activities recognising and working within the limits of your competence.Take every opportunity to continue to maintain and develop your own practice.Facilitate students and others to develop their competence through supervision, teaching and role modelling.

Working for our organisation

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 our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it - 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.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

To provide leadership to and work as part of a team ensuring effective communication with all health care professionals within the clinical team and across all disciplines.

Act as a role model within the clinical area.

Adhere to the Trust values in all working relationships to patients, carers and staff .Teach/assess and facilitate learning for all learners in the ward area, particularly students and healthcare assistance.

Demonstrate good leadership skills and ensure that communication is effective between the patient, relatives and members of the multidisciplinary team, and ensure appropriate nursing input into patient care discussions.

Ensure communication is used effectively in the interests of patient care, including the use of handover and clinical incident reporting if necessary.

Demonstrate politeness, courtesy and sensitivity in dealing with
patients/clients, visitors/relatives and colleagues, maintaining good customer relations and recognising individuality and rights for each patient in line with Trust Values.

Work effectively within a multi-racial and cultural environment.
Service Delivery and Improvement.

Participate in the setting of standards for nursing practice and for care involving the multidisciplinary team.

Understand local audit processes and take opportunities to initiate local audit and participate in Trust audits locally.

To maintain stock control and order specialist supplies within current resources.

To be forward looking and promptly intervene to ensure safe staffing levels and appropriate skill mix and escalate to manager any staffing issues or other resource issues which may impact on staff or patient care and safety.

To keep updated with current research/evidence relevant to patient care, treatments and service developments.

Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details.

Person specification

Skills

• Proven track record of leading a team Motivation and Innovation Ability to participate and implement the development of ward practice.

Professional and Clinical Skills

• RGN 1st Level with NMC registration
• Leadership Course Mentorship/PSPA Recruitment and Selection training

Experience and Qualifications

• Has experience in teaching / sharing knowledge.
• Can demonstrate experience of supervision of staff and resources.
• Sound clinical and professional knowledge
• Record of continuing professional development and evidence of professional development since qualification.
• Post registration experience including experience in General Surgery or a related area
• Experience in recruitment and selection

People management and development skills

• Experience of undertaking appraisals. Experience of supervising staff. Demonstrate a high level of patient care to standard
• Experience of leading a team or assisting to lead a team Experience of the recruitment process Experience of supporting staff with their personal and professional development Vision for developing the hospital environment to improve the patient experience

Specific Requirements

• Able to demonstate behaviours consistent with the Trust values and behaviours

Freedom To Act

• Is guided by precedent and clearly defined occupational policies, protocols, procedures or codes of conduct. Work is managed, rather than supervised and results/outcomes are assessed at agreed intervals. Is guided by standard operating procedures (SOPs), good practice, established precedents and understands what results or standards are to be achieved.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

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

Important information for applicants:

Please note, the use of AI generated applications will be closely monitored. It is at the managers discretion to reject your application if they feel the majority has been created through the use of AI tools.

Closing Adverts Early: In the event of exceptional interest, we may close adverts earlier than specified.

Some of our adverts are capped for a limited number of applications; therefore, the advert will close once the cap has been reached. We therefore encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible if you are interested in the position to prevent you from missing out on applying for the opportunity.

Flexible Working: If you would like to explore potential options regarding flexible working please speak with the appropriate recruiting/line manager.

DBS Checks: As part of our commitment to a safe working environment, we undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check on all new employees where the role is eligible for a criminal record check . We make offers in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.

Skilled Worker Visa: Applications for Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome for the roles that meet the Visa and Immigrations eligibility criteria.For further information please visit the gov.uk website searching for Skilled Worker. It is your responsibility as the applicant to ensure that you meet this criteria.

UHSussex reserves the right to close the role early if we receive a high volume of applications

Further Information

For help with the application process for Nursing vacancies, please email [e-mail].

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Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Application numbers

This advert has been capped for a limited number of applications; therefore, it will close once the cap has been reached. We therefore encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible if you are interested in this post to prevent you from missing out on applying for this opportunity.