Senior Sister, Surgical Assessment Unit

Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust; Bath; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

The Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an experienced Senior Sister for the Surgical Assessment Unit (SAU) in Bath. The post supports general surgery, ENT and urology and contributes to a 24/7 Surgical Same Day Emergency Care (SDEC) service with a focus on safe, patient-centered care.

You will lead and supervise the ward team, coordinate with site teams, bed managers and ED, and drive discharge planning in line with RUH policies.

Qualifications

• Must hold UK NMC registration and maintain professional standards.
• Experience in supervising and mentoring junior staff.
• Ability to coordinate ward activities with other departments.

Responsibilities

• Assist in promoting and maintaining an effective learning environment for staff and act as a facilitator in supervision and teaching.
• Ensure all new starters complete the Trust induction programme.
• Maintain knowledge and professional development in line with NMC revalidation requirements.

Skills

NMC registration

Clinical supervision

Ward coordination

Education

NMC registered nurse

Job description

The Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an experienced Senior Sister for the Surgical Assessment Unit (SAU) in Bath. The post supports general surgery, ENT and urology and contributes to a 24/7 Surgical Same Day Emergency Care (SDEC) service with a focus on safe, patient-centered care.

You will lead and supervise the ward team, coordinate with site teams, bed managers and ED, and drive discharge planning in line with RUH policies.