Junior Sister/Charge Nurse

Sandwell and West Birmingham Hospitals NHS Trust; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Birmingham is seeking a full-time band 6 nurse for the A8 Colorectal/Gen Surgical Ward. The successful candidate will lead a team, ensure patient safety and uphold excellent clinical standards. This role offers a unique opportunity to work flexibly across partner Trusts and deliver high-quality patient care. Ideal for those with leadership skills and a passion for nursing.

Qualifications

• Experience at Band 5/6 level within a surgical environment.
• Commitment to delivering high-quality care and Trust values.
• Willingness to work flexibly across partner Trusts.

Responsibilities

• Lead your own zone in respect of patient safety.
• Line manage a team of staff and oversee Ward operations.
• Support the Surgical Services Group and contribute to care standards.

Skills

Leadership skills

Clinical excellence

Patient safety

Job description

Overview

To work as part of the A8 team to provide a safe, effective, efficient care environment for patients, relatives and their carers. This post is a full-time band 6 opportunity on the A8 Colorectal/Gen Surgical Ward, following the move to Midland Metropolitan University Hospital.

Responsibilities

• Lead your own zone in respect of patient safety and professional standards, demonstrating clinical excellence and acting as a professional role model to junior staff.
• Line manage a team of staff, undertake management duties and be responsible for the effective running and utilisation of the Ward.
• Be available to provide information or clarification as required; contact the Recruiting Manager as part of the onboarding process if needed.
• Support the Surgical Services Group at SWBH NHS Trust and contribute to high standards of patient care and experience.

Requirements / Qualifications

• Experience at Band 5/6 level within a surgical environment; ready for a challenge with excellent leadership skills.
• Commitment to delivering high-quality care and to the Trust values: Ambition, Respect and Compassion.
• Willingness to work flexibly across the four partner Trusts if required to meet patient and service needs.

Context and About SWB NHS Trust

Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust (SWB) serves Birmingham and the Black Country. We care for our patients, our population and our people. Our Trust’s purpose is to "Improve the Life Chances and Health Outcomes of our Population" and we strive to be a place where you belong, feel happy, safe and rewarded, and can develop your career in the way you choose. We are actively pursuing new models of care to protect elective/planned care, optimise resources and standardise care through a Networked Service Solution across four sites. This post is hosted by SWB NHS Trust with the possibility of cross-site work to support patient and service needs. The four partner Trusts are Dudley Group NHS FT, Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust, Sandwell & West Birmingham NHS Trust, and Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust.