Job overview
The post holder will be responsible and accountable for the professional evidencebased nursing care delivered to all patients including level 1 patients. Ensuring the highest quality, effective and compassionate care is received by the patients and their families / carers whilst on the ward.
Excellent, holistic and individualised nursing care will be delivered through assessment, planning, implementing and evaluating. This will be in line with local, Trust wide and National policies, procedures, values and behaviours. To support the ward manager in providing effective clinical leadership that ensures patient safety at all times together with high quality patient care.
Promoting a supportive learning environment in which to supervise and mentor Staff Nurses, Student Nurses and Health Care Assistants. The post holder will act as an advocate whilst demonstrating effective communication and listening skills.
This role is eligible for visa sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route however sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements set by UKVI, including the relevant skill and salary thresholds (£25000), and any role-specific criteria.
Main duties of the job
You will assist the ward manager with the daily operational management.
The post holder will provide nursing leadership with extensive clinical skills within this area and assisting with the development and maintenance of training plans for staff that facilitate achievement of a high quality effective nursing service. The responsibilities are in mixed speciality environment where the key relationships are wide ranging and include both clinical and administrative disciplines.
The post holder will be expected to work and shift lead the level 1 bay of the ward.
The post holder will also be expected to work in a consistent and cohesive manner, working to the same patient focused agenda.
Working for our organisation
Working for our organisation
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
Candidate Pack
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
1. Able to effectively co-ordinate a shift on the ward whilst maintaining relationships with the MDT
2. Able to manage the ward including level 1 bay on a shift basis.
3. Ability to deputise for the ward manager in their absence and attend relevant meetings when asked/necessary
4. Demonstrate skills to manage and plan care for a group of patient with acute needs
5. Nursing experience with Stomatherapy patients
6. Knowledge and experience in caring for patients with higher acuity
7. Work with PALS and ensures that concerns are addressed in a timely manner
Person specification
Application Form and Interview
Essential criteria
8. Nursing Registration
9. Practice Supervisor and Practice Assessor
10. Knowledge on Trust's IT Clinical System
11. Cannulation, Venepuncture, Blood Administration, NGT Insertion
Desirable criteria
12. Leadership Course
13. Post registration development
14. ILS
15. Knowledge and Experience in Stomatherapy Care
Equality and Diversity
Essential criteria
16. Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
17. Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role)
Important information for applicants:
A Note on AI Use in Applications
We value the individuality and authenticity that each candidate brings to the application process. While AI tools are increasingly accessible, we strongly discourage their use in completing your application. Your responses should reflect your own voice, experiences, and motivations—elements that are essential to a fair and accurate evaluation.
Applications that rely heavily on AI-generated content may misrepresent your abilities and could result in your application being rejected. We encourage you to take the time to present your genuine self, as this helps us better understand your potential and ensures a transparent selection process.
Closing Adverts Early: In the event of exceptional interest, we may close adverts earlier than specified.
Some of our adverts are capped for a limited number of applications; therefore, the advert will close once the cap has been reached. We therefore encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible if you are interested in the position to prevent you from missing out on applying for the opportunity.
Flexible Working: If you would like to explore potential options regarding flexible working please speak with the appropriate recruiting/line manager.
DBS Checks: As part of our commitment to a safe working environment, we undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check on all new employees where the role is eligible for a criminal record check. We make offers in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.
Skilled Worker Visa: Applications for Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome for the roles that meet the Visa and Immigrations eligibility criteria. For further information please visit the gov.uk website searching for Skilled Worker. It is your responsibility as the applicant to ensure that you meet this criteria.
UHSussex reserves the right to close the role early if we receive a high volume of applications