Ward Sister/Charge Nurse

University Hospital Southampton NHS FT; Southampton; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

NHS discounts

35 days holiday (pro rata)

Generous pension scheme

Job summary

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust seeks a Ward Sister/Charge Nurse to lead the ward on a daily basis, ensuring high-quality care for oncology and haematology patients. The role includes supervising junior staff, administering specialist SACT treatments, and supporting patients receiving radioactive therapies.

The post is a fixed-term maternity cover for 12 months, with end date in December 2027.

Qualifications

• Qualified Nurse with a Degree or Diploma and registration.
• Experience in ward management within an acute hospital.
• Evidence of supporting learners and promoting practice-based learning.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the ward on a daily basis.
• Support juniors and learners on the ward.
• Administer specialist SACT treatments as required.
• Care for patients needing specialist radioactive treatments.
• Hold cancer care bleep as senior care to the group.

Skills

Ward management

Clinical decision making

CPD commitment

Education

Nurse qualification (Degree/Diploma)

Job description

Job Overview

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.

Job Overview

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.

Job Title: Ward Sister/Charge Nurse

Start Date: December 2026

Contract Type: Fixed Term 12 months

Fixed Term Contract End Date: December 2027

Purpose for Fixed Term: Maternity Cover

Please be advised that this vacancy may close earlier than stated if we receive a large number of applications.

Main duties of the job

This is an exciting opportunity to join our team on ward C4, clinical oncology as one of the senior nurses. The role involves leading and managing the ward on a daily basis in providing a high level of care to our oncology and haematology patients. C4 specialises in providing expert care in specialist radioactive treatments as well as administering SACT and caring for those patients at the end of their lives or requiring palliative care.

Working for our organisation

As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated 'Good' by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.

We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service.

• flexible working
• range of NHS discounts
• minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata)
• generous pension scheme

Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 30% lower than London and 17 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.

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Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities

In this role, your key responsibilities will include:

• Managing and leading the ward on a daily basis
• Providing support to junior colleagues and learners on the ward
• Administering specialist SACT treatments
• Caring for patients that require specialist care including epidural, PCA management and are undergoing specialist radioactive treatments
• Holding the cancer care bleep to be a senior support to the care group

Person specification

Qualifications, Knowledge And Experience

Essential criteria

• Qualified Nurse (Degree/Diploma)
• Registered nurse on appropriate part of the register
• Significant post registration experience / qualification / training, including experience and knowledge within relevant speciality
• Ward management experience
• Knowledge of current issues within acute Health Service
• Experience in an acute hospital setting
• Provide evidence of supporting / managing a range of learners in practice
• Provide evidence of supporting colleagues to promote effective learning in practice
• Ability to demonstrate clinical decision making and judgement
• Commitment to the post and Care Group responsibilities
• Commitment to continuing professional development

Desirable criteria

• Experience in handling adverse events and complaints
• Appraisal skills
• Act in the role of Practice Assessor or supporting the progression of learners / supporting challenges as needed
• Some insight into budget management

Trust Values

• Patients First
• Always Improving
• Working Together