Sister Charge Nurse

Alexandra Hospital; Cheadle; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday per year + bank

Private Pension Scheme

Private Healthcare Scheme

Staff discounts

Family friendly policies

Life insurance

Wellbeing resources

Training and development

Job summary

Circle Health Group is seeking a Senior Ward Manager for The Alexandra Hospital in Cheadle to lead day-to-day ward operations and a nursing team. You will drive clinical governance, resource management, and patient satisfaction within our private healthcare network.

The role requires RN Level 1 / Diploma / BSc in Nursing Studies, up-to-date practice knowledge, and NMC Code adherence. Night shifts, 37.5 hours per week, and professional development are highlighted.

Qualifications

• Evidence of professional development, clinically and managerially.
• Up-to-date knowledge in area of practice.
• Awareness of NMC Code of Accountability.
• Experience in acute healthcare sector in a Senior Registered Nurse post or equivalent.
• Registered Nurse Level 1 / Diploma / BSc in Nursing Studies.

Responsibilities

• Day-to-day management of the Hospital Ward and its staff.
• Provide clinical leadership to manage ward resources and drive clinical excellence.
• Maintain and enhance customer service and satisfaction for patients.
• Lead and support the nursing team to meet clinical governance.
• Ensure professional conduct per the NMC Code.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Acute nursing

Recruitment & selection

NMC registration

Staff management

Education

RN Level 1 / Diploma / BSc in Nursing Studies

Job description

Responsibilities and Qualifications

• Responsible for day to day management of the Hospital Ward, and its staff. Providing clinical leadership in an effective and efficient management of ward resources, driving clinical excellence in all aspect of care received by patients. Working to maintain and enhance the customer service and satisfaction of service users. Responsible for leading and supporting the nursing team to meet all aspects of the clinical governance agenda. Evidence of relevant professional development, both clinically, managerially, preferably evidenced by certification RN with valid NMC Registration.
• Experienced in acute nursing care.
• Registered Nurse Level 1 / Diploma / BSc in Nursing Studies.
• Up-to-date knowledge in area of practice.
• Awareness of NMC Code of Accountability.
• Recruitment and selection skills.
• Experience working in an acute healthcare sector in a Senior Registered Nurse post or equivalent. The Alexandra Hospital in Cheadle Is part of Circle Health Group, Britain's leading provider of independent healthcare with a nationwide network of hospitals & clinics, performing more complex surgery than any other private healthcare provider in the country. Circle Health Group is committed to creating a diverse workforce offering inclusive opportunities for all our colleagues. Our definition of diversity goes beyond the established characteristics protected by the Equality Act, as we strive to attract candidates with diverse experiences, backgrounds, identities or expressions, skills, work styles... and more.
• This is a full time role at 37.5 hours a week working night shifts.
• Conduct yourself professionally within the standard and framework provided by the NMC Code of professional Conduct.

About the Employer and Culture

Circle Health Group is proud to be a Gold member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and we welcome applications from members of the Armed Forces Community. We are also part of The Valuable 500 and we pride ourselves in being a Disability Confident Employer. We're passionate about creating an environment where our people can thrive, grow and develop professionally and personally. Our principles and values guide our colleagues to be selfless, compassionate, committed, collaborative, brave, agile, tenacious and creative and are at the core of our purpose and culture.

Circle Health Group is proud to be recognised as one of the UK's top 5 best big companies to work for as well as top 5 to work for in the health and social care sector.

Benefits and Rewards

• 25 days holiday per year + bank holidays, increasing to 30 days with service
• Private Pension Scheme
• Private Healthcare Scheme for treatment at our hospitals, covering pre-existing medical conditions
• Friends & Family Hospital Discounts
• Family Friendly policies, including enhanced Maternity, Paternity & Adoption pay
• Non-contributory life insurance
• Staff engagement hub with access to discounts and extensive rewards and voluntary benefits
• Access to resources, tools and services to support your wellbeing
• Employee recognition programmes
• Industry leading training and development opportunities

... and much more!