Ward Sister / Charge Nurse - Ward 2C Respiratory

Merseywestlancs; Knowsley; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Merseywestlancs is seeking a Band 6 Ward Sister/Charge Nurse for Ward 2C at Whiston Hospital, Prescot. The post requires at least 2 years in an acute setting and strong leadership to drive high standards of care.

The role includes budget oversight, staff development, and supporting the Ward Manager. Applicants should be proactive, dynamic, and committed to delivering excellent patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in an acute setting.
• ENB 998 or equivalent is essential.
• Evidence of on-going professional development.
• Clinical leadership experience.
• Experience in managing change.
• Prior experience of leading a team is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead a busy ward team on Ward 2C to deliver high-quality patient care.
• Assist the Ward Manager with budget control and staff development.
• Maintain the highest standards of care and patient safety.
• Provide clinical leadership and support for junior staff and shifts.

Skills

Team leadership

Clinical leadership

Budget management

Staff development

Job description

We want talented and enthusiastic people from all backgrounds to join #TeamMWL, with us you can learn, grow and develop yourself and your career, realising your true ambitions and aspirations.

Whatever you’re looking for in your career, you’ll find it here at MWL.

NHS AfC: Band 6

Main area Respiratory Grade NHS AfC: Band 6 Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week Job ref 409-8347189

Site Whiston Hospital Town Prescot Salary £39,959 - £48,117 Per Annum Salary period Yearly Closing 28/10/2026 23:59 Interview date 03/11/2026

Job overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 Ward Sister/Charge Nurse on Ward 2C .

The new post holder will join our already existing, dedicated, and friendly team of staff on Ward 2C at Whiston Hospital. The post holder should have a minimum of 2 years’ experience in an acute setting

Ward 2C is an extremely busy ward with a high turnover of patients and staff care for acutely ill patients with a wide range of Respiratory and medical conditions.

The Ward Sister/Charge Nurse is expected to be dynamic and enthusiastic and be able to ensure the highest standards of care are maintained. The Ward Sister/Charge Nurse is also responsible for assisting the Ward Manager with budget control and staff development.

Main duties of the job

• Prior experience of leading a team is essential
• Evidence of relevant on-going professional development
• ENB 998 or equivalent is essential
• Clinical leadership
• Evidence of managing change
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience as Band