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Job Summary
At NHS Blood & Transplant we help people to do something extraordinary - donate blood, organs, tissues, or stem cells to save and enhance lives. We play a unique and special role in the NHS, and it takes all types of people to deliver the kind of service that saves and improves lives.
As a Band 7 Senior Sister/Senior Charge Nurse, you will be joining one of our front-line teams covering Wolverhampton and surrounding areas including South Staffordshire and the Black Country. Your workplace will vary as you travel throughout the region for mobile sessions.
In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the safe collection of blood and blood products, leading a team of Donor Carers, Donor Care Supervisors, and Band 6 Nurses. You will oversee collection sessions and ensure excellent care for donors.
No prior experience as a session nurse is required; you will receive extensive induction, training, and ongoing development to support your leadership and management skills.
Main duties of the job
* Foster a positive working environment and provide ongoing training and support.
* Use clinical expertise to assess donor health and safety criteria.
* Ensure team delivers exceptional care while making critical safety decisions.
* Take clinical accountability and operational responsibility for blood collection.
* Promote core values and behaviors to deliver excellent donation experiences.
* Oversee team competency and skills development.
* Motivate staff for continuous improvement and development.
* Collaborate with stakeholders for planning and resource management.
Hours are variable, including evenings, weekends, and bank holidays, but no night shifts. Travel is required across the region.
About You
You will work in a fast-paced environment, directly contributing to saving lives. Find out more about Nursing at NHSBT here:
Experience and Knowledge
* Experience with Microsoft Office and iOS for documents, presentations, and communication.
* Leadership and management experience in a clinical setting.
* Experience in implementing improvements and change management.
* Knowledge of clinical audit, research, and standards of care.
* Experience supporting professional development of colleagues.
* Experience working towards performance objectives and targets.
* Awareness of patient safety initiatives and risk management.
Qualifications and Training
* Registered Nurse with current NMC registration (Adult).
* Full UK driving license with no more than 6 points.
* Evidence of continuous professional development.
Visit the attached recruitment profile for a full description and person specification. Demonstrate these attributes during the recruitment process.
About Us
NHS Blood and Transplant employs over 6,000 people committed to making a difference. We play a vital role in the NHS, helping people donate blood, organs, tissues, or stem cells to save lives. Our core values are Caring, Expert, and Quality, guiding all we do.
We promote an inclusive workplace reflecting diverse communities and encourage applications from all backgrounds.
What We Offer
We support our nursing teams with professional development, including induction, training, leadership programs, and external studies. No night shifts, TOIL, and flexible working are available.
Additional benefits include annual leave, NHS pension, and opportunities to work in specialisms like Therapeutic Apheresis or Organ Donation.
Shortlisted candidates are encouraged to attend a blood collection session tour. Travel expenses are not covered.
Closing date: 28 May 2025. Interviews: around 11 June 2025.
Contact
For inquiries, contact Jane Whistance, Area Matron, at Jane.Whistance@nhsbt.nhs.uk
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