Overview
Join to apply for the Sister / Charge Nurse - Acute Medical Unit role at The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 Sister/Charge Nurse to support the Ward Managers and the nursing team within the Department of Acute Medicine at the Royal Shrewsbury Hospital. This includes an Acute Medical Assessment (AMA)/Enhanced Care/Acute Medical Unit (AMU). There are permanent posts and secondments available. The candidate will require extensive post-registration experience.
Responsibilities
* Be an experienced RGN who can lead and supervise the work of the nursing team, building upon clinical and managerial experience.
* Support Ward Managers with continuous improvement of the department and maintain excellent standards of care as reflected in patient experience.
* Assess and implement appropriate care for new and current patients while ensuring adequate staffing levels are maintained and resources are used appropriately.
* Teach, train and supervise staff at all grades; participate actively in ongoing development of the department.
* Demonstrate flexible, proactive management and respond constructively to changes in workload within a multidisciplinary team.
* Act as a role model for continuous professional behaviour and uphold the Trust’s core values; maintain an enthusiastic and friendly approach with patients and staff.
Qualifications and experience
* Qualified as an Registered General Nurse (RGN) with current NMC registration and evidence of post-registration experience in an acute setting.
* Proven ability to supervise, manage and lead a department, including staffing and resource management.
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills; proactive management style; ability to work flexibly with changing demands.
* Experience in teaching, training and supporting staff development; capable of leading in a fast-paced environment.
Details
* Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Other
* Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
Location
Royal Shrewsbury Hospital, Shrewsbury, United Kingdom
Contact for details
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Carol Griffiths
Job title: Ward Manager
Email: carol.griffiths5@nhs.net
Telephone: 01743 261000 ext. 1559
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