Sister​/Charge Nurse

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We are hugely excited to present a new role for our Acute Medical Unit. The unit has recently experienced significant change with the creation of our 'medical rapid assessment and treatment area', allowing us to care for the 'medical take' in the unit for the first time in years. This fast‑paced, high‑energy ward sees large numbers of patients who are often undifferentiated in their care journey.

We have created a senior role – a Sister or Charge Nurse – who will run the shift (days and nights), supported by 2 band 6 nurses who oversee delivery and standards of care on each side of the unit. If you have significant experience in leadership and managing a busy environment, this may be the right role for you.

We would love to hear from highly motivated senior nurses who can fulfil the following criteria:

• Degree level of education (or working towards) / or relevant demonstrable experience
• Current experience of clinical leadership in acute medicine or emergency care
• Current NMC registrant
• Post‑registration qualification in emergency care – e.g. ATNC/ATCC/ALS
• Post‑registration education qualification (or working towards) and mentorship qualification

This is a full‑time post working 37.5 hours per week.

• Be a role model / effective leader
• Exercise leadership skills to act as a catalyst for change
• Develop and co‑ordinate effective team working
• Communicate on a regular basis with the team regarding trust objectives, plans & business developments

This is an ideal opportunity for a motivated, experienced and dynamic nurse to drive the improvement and success of the emergency department.

The Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust (RCHT) is the main provider of acute and specialist care services in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We serve a population of around 500,000 people, which increases significantly during peak visitor periods. The Trust employs approximately 6,700 staff and has a budget of about £580 million.

We are a teaching hospital in partnership with the University of Exeter Medical School, the University of Plymouth School of Nursing and Midwifery, and Peninsula Dental School.

The Knowledge Spa on the Royal Cornwall Hospital site is the base for medical, nursing, and ongoing education for health professionals in clinical and non‑clinical roles.

Keeping at the forefront of medical advances, we continually develop our clinical services and facilities, and are committed to maximising the range of specialist care offered locally. We also have a growing reputation for research and innovation.

Date posted: 30 December 2025
Pay scheme:
Agenda for change
Band: 7
Salary: £47,810 to £54,710 a year pa pro‑rata

Contract:

Permanent
Working pattern:
Full‑time, Part‑time, Job share
Reference number: 156‑7468026
Job locations:
Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust, Truro, TR1 3LJ

PLEASE NOTE:

To view the full Job Description and Person Specification, please click the supporting document on the right‑hand side.

To be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following:

• Identity checks
• Professional registration and qualification checks
• Employment history and reference checks
• Occupational Health clearance
• Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check
• Right to work in the UK

We reserve the right to close this advert early.

We may be able to offer flexible working. Please discuss at interview.

We may be able to offer sponsorship but this is not guaranteed.

Essential Qualifications

• RGN
• Post‑registered emergency nursing / acute medicine degree qualification or equivalent
• ALS

Desirable Qualifications

• Diploma/degree in nursing

Essential Experience

• Demonstrable registration experience in acute medicine or Accident & Emergency
• Accident & Emergency or acute medicine leadership experience
• Wide range of clinical experience
• Supervision of learners and preceptors

Essential Skills

• Experience of teaching qualified nurses, learners, junior doctors, patients/carers
• Knowledge of resources management issues
• Good numeracy skills

Disclosures

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.

Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust
Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust
Truro
TR1 3LJ