Job ref427-7172695EmployerRoyal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation TrustEmployer typeNHSSiteRoyal United HospitalTownBathSalary£37,338 - £44,962 per annum, pro rataSalary periodYearlyClosing28/05/2025 23:59
Employer heading
Band 6
Job overview
We have an exciting opportunity for a Band 6 Sister/Charge Nurse to join our experienced paediatric nursing team.
After a recent staffing review we are pleased to announce we are expanding our workforce.
Do you have significant experience as a paediatric staff nurse? Do you have evidence of continuing professional development within Paediatric Emergency Department nursing? Do you want to join a supportive senior team that is committed to delivering high standards within the current challenging environment?
If you can answer yes to the above then this could be the job for you and we are the team for you. The post holders will be supported in developing their managerial skills and extending their clinical skills and knowledge.
For any further information or to arrange an informal visit please contact Senior Sister Sarah Potter
Main duties of the job
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Patient Care Responsibilities 1.1 To maintain accountability for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating programmes of care within the framework of team nursing incorporating the Named Nurse initiative. 1.2 To proactively co-ordinate the patients’ discharge arrangements in accordance with RUH Discharge Policy ensuring involvement of other agencies as necessary. 1.3 To promote a patient focused approach to care in collaboration with all relevant health professionals. 1.4 To perform consistent, safe practice in a variety of situations, integrating theory and practice. 1.5 To educate patients and their carers as required where a need has been identified. 1.6 To provide information which enables patients’ to make choices about adopting a healthier lifestyle. 1.7 To ensure that all clinical documentation is completed correctly by members of the nursing team. 1.8 To maintain a safe department environment. 1.9 To assist in the establishment and monitoring of protocols/care pathways. 1.10 To promote and maintain effective communication within the ward/department. 1.11 To maintain patient confidentiality and ensure all staff understand the relevance of this. 1.12 To supervise junior staff in the delivery of care, through effective monitoring, mentoring, clinical supervision and reflective practice.
Working for our organisation
At the RUH we’re proud to put people at the heart of what we do, working together as one team to make a difference for our patients, each other, and our community. No matter what your role is, we value everyone’s contribution in supporting the exceptional, person-centred care we pride ourselves on.
We are committed to creating a compassionate and inclusive environment. This can be seen in our growing community of staff networks – celebrating successes and creating opportunities to listen and learn. We value our differences, champion kindness and civility, and truly believe that diversity makes us stronger.
A culture of learning, developing and innovating is the thread that runs throughout our whole organisation. We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential.
We value staff wellbeing, with a well-established programme of support. We believe in a holistic approach spanning all aspects of living a healthy life, including physical, emotional, spiritual and financial wellbeing. We’ve even got a pool!
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please find attached to the vacancy a detailed person specification and job description for further information about this role.
Person specification
Knowledge
Essential criteria
1. relevant clinical experience at Band 5
2. Thorough and up-to-date knowledge of nursing theory and best practice, particularly within specialty area and the application of this in practice
Qualifications and Training
Essential criteria
3. Registered Nurse RSCN/RN child
4. State Registered with the Nursing & Midwifery Council
5. Emergency Care qualification or equivalent evidenced experience
6. Demonstrates evidence of ongoing continuous professional development
7. Teaching qualification
Desirable criteria
8. Post-registration training preferably in speciality area – APLS, PILS, TNCC/ATLS preferable
9. Any training in management / HR
10. Diploma/ Degree in relevant area
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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