Junior Sister/Charge Nurse

East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust; Margate; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a compassionate Junior Sister/Charge Nurse to join their dynamic team. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for the assessment and care of respiratory patients, ensuring high standards of treatment and care delivery. You will lead a team, support the Ward Manager in daily operations, and maintain a flexible approach to working patterns, including night shifts and weekends. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the improvement of patient care and be part of a dedicated team that values compassion and excellence in healthcare.

Qualifications

• Experience in nursing with a focus on respiratory care.
• Ability to supervise both qualified and unqualified staff.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day function of the ward and ensure safety.
• Support the Ward Manager in staffing and management tasks.

Skills

Patient Assessment

Care Delivery

Team Leadership

Flexibility in Working Patterns

Education

Nursing Degree

Registered Nurse Qualification

Job description

As a Junior Sister/Charge Nurse, you are responsible for the assessment and care of respiratory patients, prioritization of treatment, delivery of care, and evaluation.

The post holder is expected to carry out all relevant forms of care with or without direct supervision, demonstrate procedures, and supervise qualified and/or unqualified staff within the department.

Main Duties of Junior Sister / Charge Nurse:

1. Oversee the day-to-day function of the ward.
2. Support the Ward Manager with the day-to-day management of the ward, including ensuring staffing levels are safe, raising concerns, and arranging cover when necessary.
3. Support the Ward Manager in managing post holders within ward establishment.
4. Lead a team and ensure you have an appropriately skilled and effective workforce.
5. Maintain a flexible approach to working patterns; this post will require rotation to night duty and weekend working, including bank holidays, to ensure the unit's establishment.

As a Junior Sister / Charge Nurse on Fordwich Ward, your responsibilities include:

1. Supporting the Ward Manager in managing post holders within ward establishment, including registered nurses and generic support workers.
2. Maintaining a flexible approach to working patterns, including rotation to night duty and weekend working.

The attached job description covers the expectations of a Junior Sister/Charge Nurse in more detail.

We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with five hospitals and community clinics serving a local population of around 800,000 people. Our vision is 'great healthcare from great people'. Everything we do is guided by our values: 'People feel cared for, safe, respected, and confident that we are making a difference’. We have a new way of working at East Kent Hospitals, called 'We care'. It's about empowering frontline staff to lead improvements day-to-day. We're looking for compassionate people to be part of our improvement journey for the patients, families, and carers we care for every day.

Please note that if you require a Certificate of Sponsorship to work in the UK, you must declare this on your application form, even if you currently have a certificate of sponsorship or a work permit for another role and are already working in the country. We are only able to sponsor candidates on a Skilled Worker Visa applying for roles Band 5 and above.

For further details or informal visits, contact:
Name: Stacey Perry
Job title: Ward Manager
Email address: [e-mail]
Telephone number: 01843 234466