Sister​/Charge Nurse

Job summary

Wensleydale ward is a mixed Cardio respiratory ward with a Respiratory support unit (RSU) and a coronary care unit. We have up to 20 beds on the ward and 8 CCU/RSU beds. Wensleydale specialises in cardiology and respiratory medicine. We also take a number of acutely unwell patients from other specialities who may need cardiac monitoring, respiratory failure patients needing NIV/CPAP.

If you enjoy a challenge and thrive in an environment in which you are always learning and growing as a nurse, then we want to hear from you.

• To support and work with senior nursing teams to provide support to junior colleague's, carrying out leadership tasks such as return to work interviews, sickness monitoring, new starter paperwork, shift management.
• To take charge of the clinical area in the absence of the ward manager, dealing with & escalating any concerns with regards to staff or patient safety.
• To take responsibility for the assessments of the care needs; the development, implementation and evaluation of care to ensure the highest possible standards of care are received by patients.
• To supervise and teach other nursing and non-nursing staff, acting as an excellent clinical role model and team leader to ensure quality care is delivered to the patients.

• An inclusive and supportive culture our Trust encourages staff to bring their whole selves to work and active Staff Networks identify areas for improvement.
• Staff Recognition – as well as regular appraisals, we recognise staff with our Making a Difference, Team of the Month Awards & Colleague Recognition Awards.
• Employee Support and wellbeing – we have a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, counselling service and fast track physiotherapy service for employees.
• Staff Benefits – We have a range of staff benefits and schemes to support staff health, engagement, wellbeing and inclusion.

The applicant should have the ability to work independently and within a team, with patient experience at the heart of their delivery of care. There should be evidence of self-development and a clear plan for the applicant's further development, along with the qualification to mentor students. When in charge the expectation is to lead, support and motivate your team to ensure high quality care is delivered.

As a Sister/Charge Nurse you will need to line manage a team of health care professionals and deputize in the absence of the Ward Manager.

• Registered Nurse on the appropriate part of the NMC Register.
• At least 3 years post registration experience in acute nursing.
• Experience working as a senior staff nurse.
• Appropriate clinical experience in acute medical nursing.
• Supervisory experience.

• Diploma/Degree in Nursing or related field.
• Teaching qualification ENB 998 or equivalent.
• Foundation management/leadership training.
• Cardiology experience.

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.

Applicants must have current UK professional registration.

Harrogate Hospital, Lancaster Park Road, Harrogate, HG2 7SX
, United Kingdom