Junior Sister​/Charge nurse; GICU

Position: Junior Sister/Charge nurse (GICU)

Job Overview

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.

Main duties of the job

GICU are delighted to be able to offer a fantastic opportunity for a customer‑focused, friendly and enthusiastic individual, as part of our expanding service.

This post requires covering the full range of shifts (nights and days) and flexibility to cover any day of the week.

Working in a busy environment with the challenge to stretch and develop your skills – this is the post for you.

Working for our organisation

University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.

Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast.

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At UHS we’re committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible, supporting balance between family, study, wellbeing and career.

We proudly champion individuality and provide an anti‑racist, anti‑discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe and empowered. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities and experiences to join us.

Detailed

Job Description and Main Responsibilities

You will need to have:

• First level Registered Nurse
• A Critical Care qualification
• Evidence of supporting learners in practice
• Evidence of management experience
• Clinical and Leadership Ability
• Up‑to‑date experience working in a Critical Care setting
• Good interpersonal and communication skills

The Successful Candidate Will Be Required To

• Take charge of the unit on a regular basis in the absence of a senior nurse
• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate individualised care, providing support to other members of the multidisciplinary team
• Lead, motivate and supervise the professional work of nursing staff at Band 5 and below, exercising good leadership and control

Person specification
Trust Values

• Patient First
• Always Improving
• Working Together

Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience
Essential criteria

• Qualified Nurse (Degree/Diploma)
• Registered Nurse on appropriate part of the register
• Significant post‑registration experience / qualification / training, including experience and knowledge within relevant speciality
• Ward management experience
• Knowledge of current issues within acute health service
• Experience in an acute hospital setting
• Provide evidence of supporting / managing a range of learners in practice
• Provide evidence of supporting colleagues to promote effective learning in practice
• Ability to demonstrate clinical decision making and judgement
• Commitment to the post and Care Group responsibilities
• Commitment to continuing professional development

Desirable criteria

• Experience in handling adverse events and complaints
• Appraisal skills
• Act in the role of Practice Assessor or supporting the progression of learners / supporting challenges as needed
• Some insight into budget management

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Other

Industries

Hospitals and Health Care

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