Ward Sister/Charge Nurse, Band 6

Gloshospitals; Cheltenham; Presencial; GBP 40.000 - 48.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Band 6 Ward Sister/Charge Nurse for the Avening ward/Oncology Outpatients in Cheltenham. The role involves leading SACT care, coordinating staffing, and delivering high-quality patient care within the Systemic Anti-Cancer Treatment (SACT) unit.

The successful applicant will be an experienced Oncology nurse, registered with the NMC, with SACT qualifications and a commitment to safeguarding and professional standards.

Formación

• Registered Adult Nurse with current NMC registration and be able to meet revalidation requirements.
• SACT qualification and experience with administering SACT.
• Evidence of post-registration qualification.
• Fully competent in central line care including PORTS/PICCS.
• Experience in Oncology/Haematology nursing is essential.

Responsabilidades

• Maintain and develop standards of practice in conjunction with lead staff.
• Support ward manager in running the ward including safe staffing.
• Assist with appraisals, sickness and performance management per policy.
• Coordinate department planning and staffing with bookings team.
• Demonstrate leadership in absence of Senior Sister/Charge Nurse.
• Adhere to safeguarding policies and act as a role model.

Conocimientos

SACT training

Oncology nursing

Leadership

IT skills

Teamwork

Educación

Recognised Nursing Degree or equivalent

Post-registration qualification

Herramientas

EPR systems

Descripción del empleo

Go back Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Ward Sister/Charge Nurse, Band 6

The closing date is 26 November 2026

Ward Sister/Charge Nurse, Band 6- Avening ward/ Oncology Outpatients

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Oncology registered nurse to work as a Band 6 Sister/Charge nurse in our Systemic Anti-Cancer Treatment unit on Avening ward at Cheltenham General hospital.

We are looking for an enthusiastic motivated SACT trained nurse who is clinically competent in all areas of caring for patients undergoing cancer treatment.

The post holder will regularly take charge of the unit/patients and take responsibility for ensuring the coordination and direct provision of high standard care and specific SACT treatment for each patient.

To act as a deputy to the ward manager and assist with the organisation and management of the ward/department. This includes, co-ordinating the department and assisting with planning for the week ahead, safe staffing levels, liaising with the bookings team etc.

To demonstrate and facilitate others to develop the necessary skills and experience in ward/department management and provide leadership in the absence of the Senior Sister/Charge Nurse.

The proposed interview date is 10th December

Main duties of the job

• See attached job description
• Maintain and contribute to the development of standards of practice, conduct or decision making in conjunction with lead staff.
• Ensure a smart, professional image that enhances the public perception of the Trust, and the professionalism of its staff is portrayed.
• To support the ward manager in the running of the ward including ensuring safe staffing .
• Assist the ward manager with appraisals, sickness and performance management in line with trust policies and procedures.
• Comply with Trust and Departmental policies and procedures e.g. Health and Safety at Work Act (1974), Manual Handling, clinical equipment competency, risk management, Data Protection Acts and patient confidentiality at all times. This will include demonstrating compliance with the terms of all safeguarding policies and processes relevant to the safeguarding of adults and children in the care of GHNHSFT and to undergo regular mandatory training concerned with safeguarding matters.
• Report near misses and untoward incidents, complaints, clinical emergencies, injury or medicine administration errors as detailed in the departmental and Trust protocols. Assist lead staff in investigating incidents as required.

About us

Why Gloucestershire Hospitals

We take pride in placing people at the centre of everything we do, working together as a united team. Driven by a shared ambition to continually grow, develop, and learn, we recognise and value every contribution. By combining our experience and skills, we not only support our vibrant, diverse communities, but also support one another.

With a team of over 9,000 employees, we are proud to be the largest employer in Gloucestershire and rank among the top 10 largest Trusts in the South West region. By joining our Trust, you will benefit from an excellent package that includes exclusive benefits, flexible working opportunities and the chance to gain valuable experience in one or both of our innovative hospitals.

As well as generous annual leave allowance, you will have access to the excellent NHS pension scheme, competitive bank rates, discounts at local shops and restaurants, access to two on-site nurseries, discounted public transport, reward and recognition and a range of health and wellbeing initiatives to support you.

Job responsibilities

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Registered Adult Nurse with current registration status with the Nursing and Midwifery Council and able to meet the revalidation requirements with appropriate teaching/assessing qualification and significant post- registration experience.
• To have knowledge and understanding to be able to act as a resource and support the nursing team to provide high quality, evidence-based care.
• Has relevant knowledge to be able to assist with the co-ordination of staff training to ensure a high professional standard in all aspects of patient care.
• To work effectively as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
• Relevant acute nursing experience in Oncology/Haematology.
• Recognised Nursing Degree or equivalent.
• Evidence of post-registration qualification.
• SACT qualification and experience with administering SACT and being able to advise patients on side/effects treatment.
• Excellent organizational, line management, interpersonal and leadership skills.
• A willingness to develop knowledge and skill is essential.
• Demonstrate proven change management skills.
• An ability to perform clinical skills with dexterity.
• Knowledge of clinical governance, policy and procedure.
• IT skills which can be built upon to incorporate the use of hospital administration, information and training systems
• Organization and time management skills.
• Demonstrate a clear understanding of Safeguarding policies and procedures.

It is encouraged that you contact Cat or the team on Avening ward for further information and to arrange an informal visit before the interview date.

Please email Cat on [e-mail] OR

Call Avening on 03004223656 and ask to speak to the B6 on duty.

Person Specification

Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience

• Active NMC registration. Significant experience at post-registration level in an acute Oncology setting
• Fully SACT trained with a recognised module
• Self-motivated and able to work under own initiative and prioritize workload
• Personally resilient and able to manage complexity and work in an ambiguous or changing environment
• Acts as a role model and can lead by example to ensure the Trust's values and behaviours are reinforced in their area of practice.
• Fully competent in the management of central line care including PORTS/PICCS
• Completed quality improvement project
• Recognised Level 7 module in relevant speciality or subject

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

£39,959 to £48,117 a year(pa pro rata if part-time)