Sister or Charge Nurse - L19

Job Summary

We are looking for a dynamic Senior Sister / Charge Nurse to join the team on L19, a cardiology admission ward. The role is part‑time, 30 hours per week, and requires working as part of a multidisciplinary team, maintaining high clinical standards, supporting staff shift‑by‑shift, and making difficult decisions in a busy ward environment.

• Coordinate the ward and support the Senior Staff in delivering the highest quality care.
• Provide clinical, managerial and leadership support for the nursing team.
• Assist with administrative and financial aspects of the ward, ensuring cost‑effective use of resources.
• Advocate for patients and colleagues, escalating concerns when necessary.
• Lead and develop team members, promoting a patient‑centred, safe and compassionate care environment.

• Registered Nurse (RN Adult or RN Child (Level 1 or
  2)).
• Post‑registration qualification related to cardiac surgery or cardiology (e.g., ECG course, deteriorating patients knowledge, diabetes management, infection prevention).
• Significant post‑registration experience at staff nurse level or equivalent.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Current issues in health and social care knowledge.

• Recognised teaching/assessing qualification.
• Mental health / wellbeing experience or training.
• Leadership skills courses.
• Cardiothoracic or cardiology course.
• Clinical experience within cardiology.
• Skills and knowledge to lead and develop team members.

• Ability to be an advocate for patients and colleagues.
• Competency and experience in coordinating the ward.
• Ability to embrace change and work flexibly.
• Strong decision‑making and challenging conversation skills.

Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust is unable to provide sponsorship to applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria or the salary threshold concessions set out under the Skilled Worker visa route. Please consider this before submitting your application.

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We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of suitable applications.