Deputy Ward Sister/Charge Nurse - D33

Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Nottingham is seeking an experienced Paediatric Nurse to join their senior nursing team. Responsibilities include coordinating patient care, ensuring high-quality service delivery, and supporting the Ward Manager. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, experience in a challenging ward environment, and will work with a diverse range of children's health conditions. The role offers a supportive work environment with opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Access to personal development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Diverse team and ideas welcomed

Qualifications

• Experience working with children of all ages in a challenging ward environment.
• Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team.
• Motivated and enthusiastic with excellent interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate patient care and support the Ward Manager.
• Deliver high-quality, evidence-based care.
• Develop action plans to address care quality gaps.

Skills

Leadership

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Registered Paediatric Nurse

Job description

Overview

The successful candidate must demonstrate strong leadership capabilities, with exceptional organisational and clinical skills. You will be responsible for coordinating patient care on the ward, deputising for and supporting the Ward Manager. Your role will include ensuring the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based care, and, in collaboration with the wider MDT, identifying common challenges that may affect care quality. You will be expected to develop clear action plans to address any identified gaps and to ensure that patient pathways and experiences are regularly evaluated for satisfaction and effectiveness. In partnership with the wider senior leadership team, you will support clinical audits and continuous improvements in line with the Trust's requirements. You will also serve as a key point of contact for patients, visitors, relatives, and staff, offering guidance and support while effectively representing the patient\'s perspective in discussions. Furthermore, you will assist the Ward Manager in the development and management of staff rosters, ensuring safe and appropriate staffing levels at all times. This role is essential to the safe and effective operation of the ward, encompassing both the delivery of direct patient care and the provision of emotional support. You will also provide leadership and management support to the Ward Sister and team to ensure the efficient running of the ward on a daily basis.

Experience / Qualifications

Are you an experienced paediatric nurse looking for a challenge or a change? We are looking for someone to join the senior nursing team on this friendly and supportive ward. You will need to be motivated, enthusiastic and possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills along with the ability to work within a multidisciplinary team in a challenging ward environment. You will experience working with children of all ages with respiratory, gastro and cardiac conditions, children with complex needs, some with non invasive ventilation, high flow oxygen as well as children with long term conditions such as Cystic Fibrosis and eating disorders.

About NUH

With a workforce of over 19,000 staff, we are one of the largest employers in the city, playing a central role in supporting the health and wellbeing of our local community. We are at the forefront of research, education, and innovation, striving to continuously improve the care we provide. Join our exceptional team at Nottingham University Hospitals (NUH), where diversity is celebrated, and new ideas are welcomed to drive the development of our services. As part of NUH, you will have access to a wide range of personal development opportunities designed to support and enhance your career. We are committed to turning your role into a fulfilling career, offering the support and resources you need to thrive in a world-class healthcare environment. Become part of our mission to deliver outstanding healthcare to our diverse patient populations and make a lasting impact in the field.