Sister/ Charge Nurse, Band 6

Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Band 6 sister/charge nurse to join the Medical Day Unit. The role is a permanent calculation at 37.5 hours per week, with shifts from 07:00 to 17:00, Monday to Saturday, and closures on Sundays and bank holidays.

You will provide clinical leadership, manage emergencies, and supervise a multidisciplinary team to ensure safe, patient-centered care. The post supports service delivery, patient flow, and adherence to infection control

Qualifications

• Registered nurse with valid NMC pin.
• Band 6 experience in medical/nursing management preferred.
• Experience leading a multidisciplinary team in a day unit setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership and patient care across the Medical Day Unit.
• Act as shift coordinator for safe and effective unit operations.
• Lead and manage clinical emergencies and deteriorating patients.
• Supervise and develop junior staff, technicians, and bank staff.
• Coordinate patient flow, appointments, and capacity management.
• Ensure infection prevention and quality standards are followed.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Emergency management

Team supervision

Communication with patients

Education

NMC registration (RN)

Job description

We are looking to recruit a band 6 sister / charge nurse to work 37.5 hours a week in permanent contract . The hours are currently 07.00- 17.00 hrs. Monday to Saturday, we are closed on Sundays and bank holidays

We are a friendly team and would look for someone to fit in and enjoy the diversity of the department.

The Matron for Medical Day Unit is Marie Williams . Unit Manager is Bijimol Joseph, The General Manager is Lisa Dockley and Jo Knick Enberg is the Deputy General Manager.

The Medical Day Unit is part of the Medical Division. The Chief of Service is Dr Abigail Tomlins, Chantal Baker is the Deputy Divisional Director of Quality & Nursing and Kelly Matthews is the Divisional Director of Operations.

Main duties of the job

• Clinical leadership and patient care
• - Act as shift coordinator, taking responsibility for the safe and effective running of the Medical Day Unit
• - Lead and manage clinical emergencies, including anaphylaxis and deteriorating patients
• - Act as a clinical resource and role model for junior nurses, Band 3 technicians, students, and bank staff
• Team Leadership and Supervision
• - Provide day-to-day leadership, supervision, and support to the multidisciplinary team
• - Support induction, training, and competency development of staff
• - Promote a positive, inclusive, and supportive working environment
• Operational Management
• - Coordinate patient flow, appointment scheduling, and capacity management
• - Ensure effective use of resources, including equipment and stock
• - Support service delivery during periods of high demand or reduced staffing
• Governance, Quality, and Safety
• - Ensure compliance with infection prevention and control standards
• - Participate in audits, incident reporting, and investigations
• - Support implementation of action plans following incidents or complaints
• Communication and Collaboration
• - Communicate effectively with patients, relatives, and carers to support informed decision-making
• - Liaise closely with consultants, specialist nurses, pharmacy, outpatient services, and wards
• Professional Development
• - Maintain professional registration and revalidation requirements

Our organisation delivers high-quality outpatient and acute services with a strong focus on patient safety and experience. We support our staff through effective leadership, training opportunities, and a collaborative working culture. Staff are encouraged to contribute ideas, develop their skills, and work together to provide compassionate, person-centered care.

We support professional development, value teamwork, and strive to create a culture where staff feel respected, supported, and empowered to deliver the best care possible.

Our Values:

• We are Caring - always showing kindness and concern for others
• We are Compassionate - focusing on our relationships with others by listening, respecting and valuing their experiences
• We are Inclusive - ensuring everyone gets the care and support they need, regardless of identity or background
• We are Accountable - taking personal responsibility for our actions, decisions and behaviors

These values sit alongside the wider NHS Values which all NHS employees are expected to uphold.