Sister/Charge Nurse - Ward K2 | Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Cambridge is seeking a Band 6 nurse to join their friendly team on Ward K2. This role focuses on cardiac care, working with a multidisciplinary team without weekend or unsocial hours. Candidates should have a registered nursing qualification and ideally experience in a cardiac catheter lab. Opportunities for professional development and excellent workplace benefits are offered.

Benefits

Career and development opportunities

Flexible working arrangements

On-site facilities and staff concessions

Qualifications

• Registered nurse with current qualifications and experience in cardiac settings.
• Demonstrated ability to work within a multi-disciplinary team.
• Commitment to professional development and patient care standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist Ward Manager in daily operations and coordinate team efforts.
• Support Senior Sister in leading ward responsibilities.
• Facilitate positive patient experiences and uphold care standards.

Skills

Cardiac nursing experience

Ability to work in a small MDT

Holistic patient care approach

Education

Qualified nurse at Band 6

Job description

Overview

We are looking for a Band 6 nurse to join our small and friendly team on Ward K2. The role involves working in a small MDT within a day unit, with no weekend working or unsocial hours. You will assist the Senior Sister to lead and manage unit responsibilities and will cover the Division D bleep holder role per rota. Please contact K2 Senior Sister Lynne Marshall for informal visits.

Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest teaching trusts in the country, comprising Addenbrooke’s Hospital and the Rosie Hospital. We provide accessible high-quality healthcare for local people and regional and national specialist services. We are a great place to nurse, work and live.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Ward Manager in the overall running of the ward and coordinate the multi-disciplinary team to ensure safe, individualized, holistic, and evidence-based patient-focused care.
• Lead with the MDT within the day unit and cover the Division D bleep holder role per rota.
• Support the Senior Sister in leading and managing unit responsibilities.
• Facilitate a positive patient experience and uphold hospital standards of care.
• Engage in ongoing professional development and contribute to a learning environment.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Qualified nurse at Band 6 with current registration.
• Ideally a cardiac nurse with experience in a cardiac catheter lab.
• Ability to work in a small MDT within a day unit and no weekend working or unsocial hours.

About the Trust and Benefits

Why choose Cambridge University Hospitals?

• Values and reputation for outstanding care
• Opportunities to experience a range of specialties
• Career and development opportunities
• Preceptorship and mentoring programmes supported by a clinical education team
• Research experience and opportunities
• Excellent location with good quality of life
• Excellent schools/colleges and transport links

We offer a range of benefits, including on-site facilities, staff concessions, and flexible working arrangements where possible. On-site hot food, staff spaces, and various wellbeing initiatives are available to support good working days.

Additional Information

Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities. For visa and immigration, a Student visa holder cannot be offered a full-time permanent contract unless certain conditions are met (Graduate visa or sponsorship considerations apply).

This vacancy will close at midnight on 9 October 2025. Interviews are due to be held on 21 October 2025.

We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.

Notes on eligibility and process: For NHS Cambridgeshire and Peterborough-based roles, applicants at risk of redundancy will be prioritised. However, interviews cannot be guaranteed.