Junior Sister/Charge Nurse – Robin Smith Ward

An exciting opportunity for a Junior Sister/Charge Nurse has arisen on the Robin Smith Ward, a 28‑bedded acute surgical ward.

Join the senior nursing team to deliver high standard, patient‑centred care in a complex and challenging environment, working collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate programmes of care for a defined group of patients, ensuring alignment with the NMC Code of Professional Conduct and relevant guidelines.
• Co‑ordinate patients’ discharge arrangements in accordance with RUH Discharge Policy and liaise with other agencies as necessary.
• Promote a patient‑focused approach to care in collaboration with health professionals.
• Educate patients and carers when a need is identified, providing information that enables patients to make choices about a healthier lifestyle.
• Ensure accurate and timely completion of all clinical documentation by the nursing team.
• Maintain a safe ward/department environment.
• Manage the ward/department, acting as deputy to the person holding continuing responsibility when required, and develop leadership skills.

Essential Criteria

• Registered Nurse Part 1, 2, 12 with the Nursing & Midwifery Council.
• Teaching and assessing qualification recognised by the NMC.
• UK professional registration.

Desirable Criteria

• Training in management or HR.
• Diploma or degree in a health‑related subject.
• Computer and IT literacy skills.
• Evidence of leadership experience.
• Understanding of basic principles of effective budgetary and staff management.
• Minimum three years of relevant clinical experience.

Applicant Requirements

• Must have appropriate UK professional registration.
• Post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

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