Sister/Charge Nurse Ward F6/F2N/ERAS Bay Cardiac Surgery

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare leader in the North West of England is seeking dedicated nurses to join their dynamic cardiac surgery team. This exciting role offers a permanent 30-hour position with flexible shifts, allowing you to provide exceptional care to patients undergoing complex cardiac procedures. The organization is committed to professional development, offering comprehensive support, education, and mentorship to enhance your skills. Join a forward-thinking NHS Trust that values innovation, collaboration, and the wellbeing of its staff while making a significant impact on patient care.

Benefits

Flexible Shift Patterns

Comprehensive Support and Education

Mentorship Opportunities

Inclusive Culture

Staff Wellbeing Programs

Qualifications

• Experience in cardiac surgery and high standards of patient care.
• Ability to mentor junior colleagues and support their development.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality patient care in a cardiac surgery ward.
• Provide mentorship and support to junior nursing staff.

Skills

Cardiac Surgery

Patient Care

Mentorship

Nursing

Education

Registered Nurse Qualification

Tools

Electronic Patient Record (Hive)

Job description

Dear Potential MFT Employee,

Thank you for considering a career with MFT, a healthcare leader in the North West of England. We offer unique opportunities and benefits for our staff.

Ward and Department Details

Ward F6 is a 32-bed ward, and F2N has 16 beds with an additional high care bay of 4 beds. Both wards specialize in Cardiac Surgery, caring for patients undergoing routine and complex cardiac and aortic surgeries. There is an exciting opportunity to join the 4-bed ERAS bay, which caters to fast-track cardiac surgery patients, part of phase 2 of the ERAS pathway. This includes patients with arterial lines, central lines, noradrenaline, pacing wires, and drains, starting from 8 hours post-surgery.

Opportunities and Support

This is an ideal opportunity for experienced nurses eager to expand and progress their practice. Successful candidates will receive comprehensive support, including education, preceptorship, and mentorship.

Candidate Profile

We seek individuals with a genuine interest in Cardiac Surgery who are hardworking, passionate about delivering high standards of patient care, and motivated to develop their skills and those of junior colleagues.

Position Details

We are offering a 30-hour permanent position with flexible shift patterns, including nights and weekends.

About MFT

MFT is one of the largest NHS Trusts in England, with a turnover of £2.8bn. We are committed to creating an integrated health and social care system serving over 1 million patients annually, fostering collaboration, innovation, and professional development. Our organization is digitally enabled, featuring systems like Hive, our Electronic Patient Record launched in September 2022.

As a major academic research and education provider, we support high-quality research programs and are committed to sustainability through our Green Plan. We promote an inclusive culture, equal opportunities, and staff wellbeing.

Contact Details

For further information or informal visits, please contact:

• Jody Highfield, Ward Manager, email: [e-mail], tel: [phone]
• Lisa Hodgkinson, F2 Cardiac Surgery Ward Manager, email: [e-mail]