Sister/Charge Nurse - Emergency Department

Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust; Ashton-under-Lyne; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Ashton-under-Lyne is seeking candidates to provide clinical expertise and support team management. Ideal candidates will act as role models in patient care, supervise staff, and comply with professional conduct codes. The position offers flexible working, generous annual leave, and additional benefits like gym discounts and health checks.

Benefits

Flexible working

27-33 days annual leave

NHS Pension Scheme

Free eye tests and health checks

Gym discount

Free bicycle loan scheme

Salary sacrifice car scheme

Support services for stress and relationships

Qualifications

• Clinical expertise in patient care.
• Support for management and supervision of staff.
• Knowledge of the NMC Code of Professional Conduct.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical expertise and act as a role model.
• Support the effective management of the clinical area.
• Lead, supervise, and teach staff.

Job description

Overview

+ To provide clinical expertise to the departmental team, acting as a role model in the delivery of patient care.
+ To support the Team leader in the effective management of the clinical area.
+ To always act in a manner consistent with the NMC Code of Professional Conduct, carrying out duties in accordance with Trust policies and procedures.
+ To lead, support, supervise and teach staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical expertise to the departmental team and act as a role model in patient care.
• Support the Team Leader in the effective management of the clinical area.
• Act in accordance with the NMC Code of Professional Conduct and Trust policies and procedures.
• Lead, supervise, and teach staff.

About the Trust

The Trust is committed to making a difference to the environment. Our Save Planet Tameside & Glossop strategy means we work towards protecting our natural environment and green workplace practices at all times. The £20m refurbishment of our Urgent and Emergency Care has been completed, bringing a state‑of‑the‑art Emergency Department with a 10 bedded resuscitation area, 29 majors’ cubicles, 2 mental health assessment rooms, rapid assessment and treatment area, and 8 cubicles within the Children and Young People’s Emergency Department. The Trust serves a community of 250,000 people across Tameside & Glossop and offers a range of services for adults and children. Our vision is to improve health outcomes and influence wider determinants of health through collaboration with health & care partners.

Values

• Compassion
• Accountability
• Respect
• Excellence

Diversity and Equal Opportunities

We actively encourage applications irrespective of race, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage & civil partnership, or pregnancy or maternity. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian & minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ & Disabled people.

Benefits

• Flexible working
• 27-33 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Sick pay and NHS Pension Scheme
• Free eye tests and health checks
• Gym discount
• Free bicycle loan scheme
• Salary sacrifice car scheme
• Support with stress, bereavement, relationships, finance, and more

Additional Information

The job description provides an overview of the main tasks and responsibilities, and the person specification focuses on the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. These documents are attached and can be downloaded. The person specification outlines the criteria against which your application will be assessed. New colleagues can look forward to a warm welcome at Tameside & Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust. For agenda for change staff, a competitive benefits package is offered with regular pay awards, annual leave of 27 days increasing to 33 days after 10 years, and access to a competitive Pension Scheme. Flexible working options and extensive training opportunities are available, along with on-site Occupational Health services.

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