Senior Sister/Charge Nurse - Critical Care

TN United Kingdom; England; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospital in Cheshire seeks an experienced Senior Sister/Charge Nurse for their Critical Care unit. This role combines clinical leadership with educational responsibilities, ensuring high standards of patient care and supporting staff development. The ideal candidate will demonstrate compassion, effective communication, and a commitment to continuous learning.

Qualifications

• Experience in Critical Care nursing.
• Ability to lead and educate nursing staff.
• Competency in managing clinical priorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead ICU shifts and oversee daily operations.
• Support multidisciplinary team and manage clinical priorities.
• Deliver bedside teaching and structured training.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Compassionate care

Effective communication

Education

Registered Nurse (NMC)

Job description

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Senior Sister/Charge Nurse - Critical Care, Cheshire

Client:

Countess Of Chester Hospital

Location:

Cheshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

9ad864239611

Job Views:

4

Posted:

21.05.2025

Expiry Date:

05.07.2025

Job Description:

Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust staff pride themselves on clinical excellence and creating an environment where all staff are valued and appreciated. The Trust is focused on continuous improvement and aims to improve community lives through partnership and innovation. Our High Performance Culture encourages staff to be the best they can be, aligned with our vision, values, and behaviors.

We welcome applications from diverse backgrounds, including Black, Asian, Minority ethnic groups, and individuals with disabilities. We are reviewing our working practices to support flexible working and promote a positive work-life balance, exploring inclusive employment policies, staff engagement, and available facilities and services.

Job overview

Working Full Time: 37.5 Hours per week

We offer a unique opportunity for an experienced Critical Care Nurse to join the Senior Nursing Team at Countess of Chester Hospital as Senior Sister/Charge Nurse and Practice Education Facilitator (PEF). The role combines clinical leadership with a strong educational focus. Hours may flex between roles based on service needs.

As Senior Sister/Charge Nurse, you will lead ICU shifts, oversee daily operations, and ensure safe, effective, and compassionate care. You will support the multidisciplinary team, manage clinical priorities, and serve as a role model for best practice.

As Practice Education Facilitator, you will deliver bedside teaching, simulations, and structured training. You will support staff development, assess competencies, and foster continuous learning aligned with national critical care standards.

Main duties of the job

• Ensure all practice areas adhere to current NMC guidance.
• Establish and monitor standards of nursing care and patient outcomes.
• Maintain effective communication with patients, relatives, and carers to involve them in treatment decisions.
• Manage, supervise, and support mentor groups and act as a professional role model in the absence of mentors.