Sister / Charge Nurse | The Christie NHS Foundation Trust

The Christie NHS Foundation Trust; Manchester; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare trust in Manchester is seeking a Band 6 Ward Sister/Charge Nurse to lead a dedicated team providing high-quality patient-focused care. The successful candidate will manage daily ward operations, support staff development, and ensure compliance with healthcare standards. Ideal for those passionate about team leadership and healthcare improvement, this position offers a supportive and encouraging environment for professional growth.

Benefits

Complimentary therapy services

Discounted on-site massages

Free and confidential counselling support

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Registered nurse with oncology experience preferred.
• Ability to lead and motivate staff.
• Experience in managing patient care and clinical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and supervise daily ward operations.
• Support junior staff and conduct performance reviews.
• Manage staffing and ensure safety regulations are followed.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Team leadership

Interpersonal skills

Clinical judgment

Ability to mentor junior staff

Education

Nursing degree

Oncology experience

Job description

Are you highly motivated, enthusiastic with excellent communication skills?

Are you looking for a job where you can lead and motivate the staff to provide high quality patient focused care?

If so, this could be the perfect job for you!

The successful candidate will be an experienced nurse preferably with oncology experience with the vision and passion to help optimise high quality patient care.

As a team leader you would bring a positive attitude and foster a supportive, friendly and encouraging work environment.

As a Band 6 Ward Sister/Charge Nurse it is expected that you will play an active role in the development of the team, and be willing to take on managerial duties, whilst supporting the ward manager. The successful candidate will possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills, you will be expected to work as part of a team as well as using your own initiative and will be positively encouraged to recognise and develop service improvement.

Ward 4 and The BMRU (Brachytherapy and Molecular Radiotherapy Unit) is a combined unit over 2 floors and staff can rotate between both areas. Full training for this unit will be provided.

To coordinate and supervise a shift, communicating effectively with members of the multidisciplinary team to deliver high quality evidence-based care to patients.

To advocate for patients and exercise clinical judgement about patients’ needs in terms of plans and long-term goals.

To communicate openly with the team at safety huddles, cascading important information that impacts the team / patient care.

To participate fully in the day to day running of the ward.

You would be responsible for supporting the senior sister in the management of the clinical area and supporting junior staff.

Ensuring the ward is safely staffed, complete return to work interviews, supporting junior staff to develop their skills and confidence in caring for patients.

You will be responsible for a small group of staff of your own which you will take charge and ensure their annual professional development review is completed and their essential training is up to date.

Ward 4 is a friendly, welcoming and supportive team.

We are always looking to improve the unit for our patients and colleagues, so welcome any new and exciting ideas to improve.

We promote a healthy work-life balance. The trust offers a complimentary therapy service where you can access discounted on-site massage, chiropody and reiki therapy. We understand that cancer care is a challenging field, but our friendly team work closely together to adopt a supportive culture. The trust also offers free and confidential counselling support.

We are dedicated to our staff development and invest in your career development with access to further education and secondment opportunities for your progression.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

MANAGEMENT AND ADMINISTRATION

• To deputise for and support the Ward Manager
• Provide management support for the junior staff and act as mentor to designated staff
• Assess, plan and implement clinical care and maintain associated patient records
• To organise daily work schedule ensuring appropriate and effective skill mix and deployment of staff for appropriate patient needs
• To have an awareness of the staff and non staff budget
• Be aware of Health and Safety issues and ensure relevant risk assessments are undertaken.
• Report and record all accidents and complaints according to the agreed policy, investigating speedily and compassionately
• Ensure all trust policies and procedures are adhered to and new ones implemented as necessary
• Regularly liaise and report to Department Manager/Senior Nursing team on unit affairs and staff development.
• Ensure each designated staff member participates in a personal development plan and act to maximise the potential of others
• Assist in nursing recruitment process when required
• Take a progressive approach to the management of short and long-term sickness/absence in collaboration with the Department manager/Senior Nursing team

TRAINING & EDUCATION

• Complete the Ward Introductory Pack and Preceptor pack
• Complete relevant in-house level 1 and 2 I.V. training programmes and ensure regular updates
• Participate and undertake research and audit which will influence practice
• To be up to date in all IV training programs including annual updates and competent in all areas of clinical practice including assessment of critically ill patient and competent in performing ECG’s
• Attend all mandatory study days

PROFESSIONAL

• Act as a resource giving advice and support to nursing staff regarding emergency admissions and associated issues
• Liaise closely with the medical team and other members of the MDT in respect of patient care promoting the highest standard of care
• To develop and maintain a professional interest in all aspects of nursing and associated research
• To highlight areas of improvement/development within the department and undertake relevant projects
• Demonstrates the agreed set of values and accountable for own attitude and behaviour

PERSONAL

• Demonstrate a pleasant and approachable manner and help create and promote a good working relationship.
• Show professional and courteous manner whilst practicing excellent communication skills at all levels
• To show respect for members of the team and endorse the ward philosophy of giving mutual support.
• Being aware of one’s own limitations, maintain confidentiality and adherence to NMC Professional Code of Conduct
• Cooperate in own performance review by indicating learning goals and support needs.
• Actively seek mentorship / supervision to enable reflection and development within the role.

This advert closes on Wednesday 29 Oct 2025