Sister/Charge Nurse

University Hospital Southampton NHS FT; Southampton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider as a Sister/Charge Nurse at University Hospital Southampton. In this mid-senior level position, you will oversee patient care within a dynamic team, ensuring high standards in an acute surgical environment. The role calls for dedicated nursing professionals who are ready to make an impact in a supportive and innovative setting.

Qualifications

• Significant post-registration experience/qualification/training in relevant specialty.
• Experience in an acute hospital setting.
• Commitment to continuing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Provide care for patients that will require surgery or can be safely discharged.
• Manage assessment processes in a 24hr service setting.
• Support and manage a team of nurses and learners.

Skills

Clinical decision making

Supporting learners

Ward management

Education

Qualified Nurse (Degree/Diploma)

Registered nurse on appropriate part of the register

Job description

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Job Overview

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

Job Overview

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

Please see below for detailed job description of the role.

Main duties of the job

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a developmental Band 6 leadership role within ASU SDEC, Acute Surgical Unit and Same Day emergency Care at University Hospitals Southampton (UHS). These 12 bedded assessment beds with 5 assessment chairs caters for patients with acute general surgery concerns. The ward nursing team in partnership with a dedicated MDT provide care for patients that either will require surgery or can be discharged with a comprehensive pathway to follow to ensure they receive the highest quality care and experience.

ASU receives patients not only directly from the emergency department but from GPs, Minor Injury Units, various hospitals and clinics. ASU runs a 24hr, 7day a week service. Out of hours we provide care for patients from alternative specialities. We have set up numerous pathways that include diagnostic pathways, next day clinic appointments and required follow up appointments including a 48hr open access pathway.

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.

We believe that using technology wisely shows strong time management and commitment to innovation. However, personalizing your recruitment application to highlight your unique skills and experiences is crucial. Relying too heavily on generic, AI-generated content instead of drawing from your own strengths and accomplishments may lead to your application being rejected if multiple candidates present identical or similar information.

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.

Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities

Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting.

For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the ‘Job Description and Main Responsibilities’ section below. To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached.

Person specification

Trust Values

Essential criteria

• Patient First
• Always Improving
• Working Together
  
  

Qualifications, Knowledge And Experience

Essential criteria

• Qualified Nurse (Degree/Diploma)
• Registered nurse on appropriate part of the register
• Significant post registration experience / qualification / training, including experience and knowledge within relevant speciality Act in the role of Practice Assessor or supporting the progression of learners / supporting challenges as needed
• Ward management experience
• Knowledge of current issues within acute Health Service
• Experience in an acute hospital setting
• Provide evidence of supporting / managing a range of learners in practice
• Provide evidence of supporting colleagues to promote effective learning in practice
• Ability to demonstrate clinical decision making and judgement
• Commitment to the post and Care Group responsibilities
• Commitment to continuing professional development
  
  

Desirable criteria

• Experience in handling adverse events and complaints
• Appraisal skills
• Significant post registration experience / qualification / training, including experience and knowledge within relevant speciality Act in the role of Practice Assessor or supporting the progression of learners / supporting challenges as needed
• Ward management experience Some insight into budget management

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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