Outpatients Senior Sister​/Charge nurse

Overview

Outpatients Senior Sister / Charge Nurse – Band 7 Registered Nurse leading and supporting the Surgical Outpatient Department at St George's.

The closing date is 30 July 2026

• Provide leadership in clinical care and specialist advice for adults attending a wide range of clinics and services within the Outpatients Department.
• Demonstrate visible leadership, training and supervision, acting as the interface between Outpatients services and the rest of the Trust.
• Manage budget resources through monthly reviews with the Matron and Finance Officer.
• Support and deputise for the Outpatient Matron to ensure high-quality nursing care and effective staff management.
• Ensure education and training opportunities for all staff, including pre- and post-registration students, and provide specialist knowledge where required for post-registration courses.
• Ensure the environment provides a safe and comfortable area for patients.

St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust cares for a population of four million people in South West London and North East Surrey. Our sites include St George's Hospital (major trauma centre and teaching hospital), St Helier Hospital, and Epsom Hospital. The Trust collaborates to support education, research, and workforce development.

Please refer to the attached supporting document for more information and person specification details.

• Post‑registration experience in a Band 6 or mid-management role.
• Demonstrated leadership across inpatient or outpatient settings.
• CNS or Lead nurse experience.

• Quality or service improvement
• Wound dressing and venepuncture skills

• Knowledge of evidence‑based practice and current nursing issues, including the Friends and Family Test and Care Quality Commission Standards for clinical environments.

• Motivation, compassion, adaptability, and the ability to use initiative; ability to identify and manage stress in self and others.
• Clinical Leadership Programme

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975; a disclosure check will be required.

St George s University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

£58,133 to £65,261 per annum inc HCAS (pro-rata)