Frailty Unit Sister/Charge Nurse – Lead Elderly Care Teams

The Methodist Church in Britain; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Commitment to professional development

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Balance between personal and work life

Job summary

Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Sister/Charge Nurse for the Frailty Assessment Unit. The role involves leading a team of nurses, care staff and students, coordinating ward activities and collaborating with the MDT to ensure high-quality care for older patients.

The position starts at 24 hours with potential to increase to full time. Applicants require first‑level NMC registration and an advanced nursing diploma, with evidence of ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Advanced diploma in nursing studies.
• Evidence of academic achievement or working towards degree‑level study.
• National practice assessor training, or equivalent teaching and assessing qualification (ENB998 holders).

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver specialised nursing care programmes for a diverse range of patients.
• Lead a team of qualified nurses, care support workers and student team members.
• Take charge of the ward and coordinate its work.
• Coordinate working with Accident & Emergency, SPA and the wider MDT.
• Support the Senior Sister/Senior Charge Nurse in delivering the highest standard of nursing care.
• Provide support to patients' carers within the unit.
• Lead and support change across elderly care services.
• Work collaboratively with the MDT.

Education

Advanced diploma in nursing studies

Academic achievement or working towards degree-level study

National practice assessor training (ENB998)

Job description

Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Sister/Charge Nurse for the Frailty Assessment Unit. The role involves leading a team of nurses, care staff and students, coordinating ward activities and collaborating with the MDT to ensure high-quality care for older patients.

The position starts at 24 hours with potential to increase to full time. Applicants require first‑level NMC registration and an advanced nursing diploma, with evidence of ongoing professional development.