Ward Sister / Charge Nurse, Band 6- Respiratory Unit

Gloucestershire Hospitals Nhs Foundation Trust; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave

NHS pension scheme

Discounts at local shops/restaurants

Two on-site nurseries

Discounted public transport

Reward and recognition

Health and wellbeing initiatives

Job summary

Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Ward Sister/Charge Nurse to lead the Respiratory Ward with a focus on high-quality, patient-centered care. You will work with the senior nursing team to provide clinical leadership and drive service improvements.

The role requires strong communication, resilience, and the ability to deputise for the Ward Manager. It is a 24-hour service with opportunities for professional development and NHS benefits.

Qualifications

• Active UK NMC registration and current nursing practice.
• Postgraduate teaching qualification or working towards one.
• Experience in Respiratory Nursing / High Dependency Care.
• Ability to lead a clinical shift and ensure patient safety.

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead the nursing team as a key member of the ward.
• Deliver and coordinate high-quality patient care with a structured plan.
• Ensure adherence to local policies and the NMC Code.
• Participate in Quality Improvement projects to develop services.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team management

Patient safety

Education

NMC Registration

Postgraduate teaching certificate (or working towards one)

Job description

Job summary

Internal Applicants

The Respiratory Unit are offering a fantastic opportunity to join our progressive and dynamic Acute Respiratory ward as a Ward Sister / Charge Nurse. As a team we are committed to providing high quality care to our patients. We are looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our compassionate and driven team. You will need to be flexible, enthusiastic and passionate about respiratory nursing showing commitment towards service improvement. You will work alongside the senior nursing team and Matron to provide strong clinical leadership to the ward facilitating the delivery of high quality, patient centered care.

Our award-winning Respiratory Department has been instrumental in caring for patients with complex respiratory conditions resulting in the development of a Respiratory High Care unit across the 8th Floor in line with the Trusts 'Fit for the Future' plans. As a team we are able to offer you excellent managerial support and are fully committed to your personal professional development.

Additional working pattern details: Night/Days

Main duties of the job

Our successful Sister/ Charge Nurse will be able to work alongside the existing team in a leadership role to assist in the enhancement and development of Respiratory services, with a particular focus on the delivery of high-quality care within a busy and acute environment. You will be in charge of the clinical shift and dedicated to ensuring the planning, implementation and evaluation of high standards of care embedding the Trusts behaviours and values.

Applicants must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, as well a passion for improvement and be committed to the development of your team. You will need to be calm and resilient with the ability to deal with challenging situations ensuring you are able to provide support to junior members of the team and maintain patient safety. Successful candidates will actively assist and support the ward manager to ensure the effective management of the ward and deputise in their absence. You must be flexible in being able to work as part of a 24-hour service.

About us

The Respiratory Unit is a 56 Bedded mix-sexed Respiratory Ward. We work closely together as part of a multidisciplinary team and strive to deliver a high standard of care to patients and their families. We aim to create an inclusive and innovative working environment that embrace's the trust values. We are ambitious and highly motivated to provide outstanding care for our area.

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 of our innovative hospitals.

• generous annual leave allowance
• 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
• a range of health and wellbeing initiatives to support you

Details

Date posted: 16 September 2026

Pay scheme: Agenda for change

Band: Band 6

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

Contract: Secondment

Working pattern: Full-time

Reference number: 318-26-T0612

Job locations: Gloucestershire Royal Hospital, Gloucester, GL1 3NN, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

• Managing and professionally leading the nursing team as a key member of the multidisciplinary workforce.
• The directly delivery and co-ordination of patient care; ensuring that the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of that care is of a high standard, encompassing the Trust vision of best care for everyone
• Ensuring that Trust local policies and procedures are known and adhered to and will ensure all duties are carried out in accordance with the NMC Code of Professional Conduct.
• Participating in Quality Improvement projects to assist with service development in line with Fit for the Future Plans

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Active registration with the NMC as a Registered Nurse
• Evidence of ongoing professional development through maintenance of professional portfolio, registration revalidation and commitment to lifelong learning
• Post Graduate teaching certificate or working towards one
• Appropriate post registration experience in Respiratory Nursing / High Dependency Care.
• Can effectively manage and lead a clinical shift ensuring patient safety and high standards of care are maintained.
• Risk assessment and Audit Experience
• Experience in Service Development
• Evidence of extensive clinical skills inclusive of caring for patients requiring Non-invasive Ventilation
• Acts as a role model and able to lead by example to ensure the Trusts Values and Behaviours are reinforced throughout their area of practice
• Demonstrates a clear understanding of Safeguarding policies and procedures
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name: Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address: Gloucestershire Royal Hospital, Gloucester, GL1 3NN, United Kingdom

Employer's website: https://www.gloshospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact: Senior Sister, Megan Atkinson, [e-mail], 03004226759