Sister/Charge Nurse

The Shrewsbury And Telford Hospital NHS Trust; Telford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare institution in Telford seeks a passionate Registered Nurse (Band 6 Sister/Charge Nurse) for its Medical Escalation unit. The role involves delivering high-quality patient care in a fast-paced environment, coordinating nursing practice, and supervising clinical activities. Ideal candidates will have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, a commitment to patient-centred care, and be able to work flexibly. Opportunities for professional development are available.

Qualifications

• Experience in Medical Escalation or equivalent fast-paced medical ward is desirable.
• Demonstrated commitment to patient-centred care and delivering high-quality care in a busy environment.

Responsibilities

• Function as a competent clinical practitioner.
• Deliver direct patient care and coordinate nursing practice.
• Ensure delivery of clinical activities during duty.
• Utilise resources for optimum quality care.
• Supervise staff and policies in clinical area.
• Work flexibly to meet service needs.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Clinical knowledge

Education

Registered Nurse (general/adult) with current registration

Job description

Overview

To function as a competent clinical practitioner within their designated clinical area. To deliver direct patient care whilst, co-ordinating and overseeing nursing practice. To be responsible for ensuring the delivery of clinical activities during their span of duty. To ensure that there is efficient and effective utilisation of resources to deliver optimum quality care to their client group. To deputise for the ward/ department manager in his / her absence, driving forward evidence based practice and taking responsibility for the supervision of staff and the policies and practices that operate within their clinical area. To work flexibly to meet the needs of the service.

• We are seeking a passionate, enthusiastic and motivated Registered Nurse to join and help lead our team on Medical Escalation at the Princess Royal Hospital as a Band 6 Sister/ Charge Nurse - we have full-time and part-time posts available.

Medical Escalation is a 17 bedded ward, which specialises in the care of General Medical patients, many of whom are acutely unwell and have complex medical needs. Medical Escalation is a fast-paced moving environment requiring good time management and organisational skills as well as extensive clinical knowledge within the medical field. Effective communication skills are key, and a caring and compassionate attitude is vital. The candidate should also have excellent interpersonal skills, drive and enthusiasm and be dedicated to ensuring that good quality care is delivered to all our patients.

As a Trust, we are passionate about helping our staff to achieve their career aspirations, and can offer a variety of learning and development opportunities to support your continued professional development. We are an organisation that strives to provide high quality, safe care for our patients in an environment which our staff are proud to work in. We believe that by adhering to our Vision (To provide excellent care for the communities we serve) and working with our Trust Values in mind (Partnering, Ambitious, Caring, Trusted) we can achieve the right results for the people that matter most - our patients and their families.

Responsibilities

• Function as a competent clinical practitioner within the designated clinical area.
• Deliver direct patient care while coordinating and overseeing nursing practice.
• Ensure delivery of clinical activities during their span of duty.
• Ensure efficient and effective utilisation of resources to deliver optimum quality care.
• Deputise for the ward/department manager in their absence, drive evidence-based practice, and supervise staff and the policies and practices within the clinical area.
• Work flexibly to meet the needs of the service.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (general/adult) with current registration.
• Experience in Medical Escalation or equivalent fast-paced medical ward is desirable.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; able to lead by example and work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Demonstrated commitment to patient-centred care and delivering high-quality care in a busy environment.