Ward Sister/Charge Nurse

North Bristol NHS Trust; Bristol; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Band 6 Nurse to join their dynamic team in a fast-paced surgical ward. This role focuses on delivering exceptional patient care in elective urology services, emphasizing strong teamwork and effective discharge planning. The ideal candidate will possess significant surgical experience and the ability to mentor junior staff. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a supportive environment that prioritizes professional development and high standards of care. If you thrive in a challenging yet rewarding setting, we encourage you to apply.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year Band 6 experience or two years as Band 5.
• Evidence of continued professional development.
• Competent in IV drug administration and cannulation.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily ward management and support the Senior Charge Nurse.
• Mentor students and newly qualified RNs.
• Undertake audits and participate in quality meetings.

Skills

Surgical experience

Post-operative care

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Mentoring skills

E-rostering

Audit participation

Education

Registered Nurse with current NMC Pin

Recognised teaching & assessing qualification

Tools

Patient Controlled Analgesia

Electronic communication systems

Job description

This post is only open to internal applicants.

Ward Sister/Charge Nurse

NHS AfC: Band 6

Main area Elective Surgery-Urology Services. Grade NHS AfC: Band 6 Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week (days and nights) Job ref 339-ASCR2539-G26B

Site North Bristol NHS Trust Town Bristol Salary £37,338 - £44,962 per annum Salary period Yearly Closing 15/05/2025 23:59

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Job overview

Gate 26B are looking to recruit an experienced hardworking exceptional band 6 nurse on a full time permanent basis. Applicant should have band 6 experience minimum of one year or 2 years of experience asBAnd5.

Gate 26B is a very busy fast paced ward specializing in Elective Urology services. Gate 26B focus on strong MDT working, and early discharge planning to enable patient flow to reduce length of stay, building strong and efficient workforce focusing on individual employee development to provide high standard best possible patient care.

Candidate should have surgical experience with post op care to support our fast moving patient group and support junior & new starters.

The ability to work under pressure and have excellent communication skills are essential to ensure flow through the hospital whilst maintaining high standards of care.

Main duties of the job

We are looking for someone with experience with Band 6 tasks to include

• E-rostering. Appraisal and supervision
• Student and newly qualified RN Mentoring.
• Daily ward management and leading the team with confidence
• Supporting the Senior Charge Nurse.
• Undertake audits and participate in weekly quality meetings
• Leading board rounds,
• Having difficult conversations,
• Registered nurse with current NMC Pin to practice.
• Evidence of continued professional development i.e. a professional portfolio and participation in appraisal and development review.
• To have achieved a recognised teaching & assessing qualification.
• Completion of training for additional clinical skills required in the ward i.e. IV drug administration/cannulation & venepuncture/male catheterisation/training to monitor and change syringes for syringe drivers.
• Competent to use Patient Controlled Analgesia and Epidurals.
• Knowledge to manage clinical needs for the patients with Post Surgery.
• Knowledge about various Surgical procedures , post op care and follow up.
• Orange card training for the use of pumps or machinery relevant to the ward or department.
• Evidence of attendance at mandatory training appropriate to the role.
• Competence in the use of computers and electronic communication systems or expectation to develop existing skills further as the needs of the service dictate.
• Evidence of an ability to critically appraise and utilise research to maintain and improve patient care.

Working for our organisation

Gate 26B are a friendly team who are keen to encourage and support the development of others, to ensure high standards are care are maintained, alongside the Trust Values.

If you are looking for a change of scenery or have experience looking after surgical patients we would love to hear from you.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

We are looking for experienced band 6 nurse, who would be able to hit the ground running.

An understanding of Elective and General surgical post op care and discharge pathways to ensure safe discharge planning and patient flow will support the daily running of the ward is essential.

Person specification

Recent experience in Surgery and post op care

Any NBT ward experience for last 5 years

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Knowledge about surgical procedures, Drain management PCA, Epidurals

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The successful applicant(s) will normally commence at the minimum of the scale unless they have previous NHS service at the same band. Progression through the scale is by annual increments.

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Name Jaimon George Job title Senior Charge Nurse Email address [e-mail] Telephone number 0117 4141339 Additional information

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