Sister / Charge Nurse

jobs24.co.uk; Torquay; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits in a new Surgical Receiving Unit at Torbay Hospital, where you can make a real difference in patient care. As a Sister/Charge Nurse, you will lead a dedicated nursing team in a fast-paced environment, ensuring the smooth operation of the unit and the delivery of high-quality care. This role not only emphasizes leadership but also fosters a culture of teamwork and support among multidisciplinary staff. Join a dynamic community team that values innovation and encourages outside-the-box thinking, all while working in the beautiful area of Torbay. If you are passionate about nursing and leadership, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership skills in a nursing environment.
• Experience in coordinating patient care and managing a team.

Responsibilities

• Co-ordinate the shift while maintaining a calm and professional attitude.
• Support the team to deliver a high standard of care.

Skills

Leadership

Team Coordination

Patient Care

Multidisciplinary Teamwork

Education

Nursing Degree

Registered Nurse Qualification

Job description

The Surgical Receiving Unit (SRU) is a new unit within Torbay Hospital that takes patients directly referred from GPs, patients from the Emergency Department, and patients from clinic. We take a lot of specialties including Urology, Orthopaedics, and ENT. It is a fast-paced environment where every member of the MDT supports each other and is valued. As a Sister/Charge Nurse, you will provide day-to-day leadership to the nursing team, facilitating the efficient working of the multidisciplinary team to assess care needs, develop, implement, and evaluate programmes of care. In this role, you will be coordinating the running of the Surgical Receiving Unit to ensure a good patient journey and support of staff on the shift.

Main Responsibilities

1. Co-ordinate the shift whilst maintaining a calm and professional attitude.
2. Help in the day-to-day running of the unit, supporting the team around you to deliver a high standard of care.

Why Work With Us

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust encourages a multi-cultural workforce, with a focus on staff well-being. You will be working in a dynamic community team that covers the beautiful area of Torbay. Our people are caring, committed, inclusive, and focused on quality. We focus on solutions and people's strengths. We encourage outside-the-box thinking and embrace innovation and change wherever it can drive improvement.