Senior Sister/Charge nurse

University Hospital Southampton NHS FT; Southampton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Senior Sister/Charge Nurse to join their critical care team. This role offers the chance to lead a dynamic nursing team, ensuring high standards of patient care in a supportive environment. The position not only emphasizes clinical excellence but also fosters professional development and collaboration within a diverse team. With a commitment to innovation and inclusivity, this opportunity is ideal for those looking to make a significant impact in a forward-thinking organization. If you are passionate about critical care and want to contribute to a thriving healthcare community, this role is for you.

Qualifications

• Registered nurse with extensive experience in Acute Adult Critical Care.
• Demonstrates leadership and management skills in clinical settings.

Responsibilities

• Promote high standards of patient-centered care in the ICU.
• Manage daily operations and ensure effective service delivery.

Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Clinical Leadership

Critical Care Knowledge

Patient-Centered Care

Education

1st Level Registered Nurse

Degree in Nursing

Mentorship Qualification

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Job Overview

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.

Main duties of the job

An exciting opportunity has arisen at the University Hospital Southampton Foundation Trust (UHS) for a General Intensive Care Senior Sister/Senior Charge Nurse on a permanent basis. We are looking for someone with proven specialist critical care knowledge and skills to join our forward-thinking critical care senior team.

Working for our organisation

University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.

Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast.

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At UHS we’re committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients.

At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognizing that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We’re committed to creating an anti-racist, anti-discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute.

What You'll Do

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

• As a Senior Sister/Charge Nurse within the General Intensive Care you will be expected to promote the delivery of a high standard of patient-centred care.
• With the support of the Matron you will analyse, monitor, and implement actions which ensure that the service delivery is safe and effective in line with the Trust values.
• You will be responsible for the daily operational management and service delivery process within the department, along with the line management and development of the nursing team.
• You will ensure the smooth running of the unit, working as a key decision maker alongside the multi professional team, leading on aspects of clinical care and focusing on patient safety, experience, and quality assurance frameworks.

What We’re Looking For

• The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• They will be educated to a degree level with evidence of on-going education, as well as extensive experience at band 6 level in an Acute Adult Critical Care Unit.
• They must be able to demonstrate a compassionate approach to the care of patients and the public, whilst also possessing the ability to ensure robust clinical operational demands are met.
• The unit offers the opportunity to actively participate in Critical Care issues at Trust, National and International level. The varied and complex case mix plus a commitment to role development in a visionary manner makes this an excellent opportunity.

Person specification

Trust Values

• Patient First
• Always Improving
• Working Together

Qualifications, Knowledge, And Experience

• 1st Level Registered nurse on relevant part of the NMC Register
• Recognised mentorship qualification and experience as a Sign Off mentor
• Degree or working towards
• Completion of appropriate specialty Course
• Higher Education Institute approved course in supporting learners in practice. Supporting a range of learners in practice Supporting colleagues to promote effective learning in practice
• Extensive experience in specialty to include considerable experience at Band 6 level
• Evidence of clinical leadership ability
• Proven management experience
• Evidence of continuing professional development
• Evidence of utilising evidence in practice
• Logical and consistent career pattern
• Expert clinical skills
• Ability to prioritise and deliver agreed objectives
• Ability to work flexible hours and fulfil service requirements

Desirable criteria

• Management Course (or equivalent)
• Experience as an NMC sign off mentor or clinical practice assessor
• Evidence of staff development and succession planning
• Broad range of post registration experience
• Experience of report writing

Seniority level

• Not Applicable

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Other

Industries

• Hospitals and Health Care