Ward Sister / Charge Nurse - Respiratory
Band 6 • 37.5 Hours per week • Permanent
The post holder will work without direct supervision and will take charge of the ward/department in the absence of the ward/ department manager and deputy, who holds continuing responsibility.
Overview
An exciting opportunity has become available for a band 6 nurse within the respiratory care group, on ward 22. The successful post holder will support the ward manager in the day to day operational management that is instrumental in coordinating patient care and flow to the hospital. The post requires excellent leadership skills, extensive knowledge of all respiratory enhanced care, and experience within all areas of respiratory medicine. A relevant mentorship qualification is required. Ward 22 is a 36 bedded respiratory ward. We are looking for a dynamic, highly motivated and enthusiastic nurse to join our team, providing leadership and high-quality nursing care within respiratory medicine. You will need to demonstrate continuing professional development and a strong sense of commitment to develop others and work closely within a multi-disciplinary team. Applicants must be a 1st level nurse with evidence of experience of working at band 5 or previous experience at band 6.
Responsibilities
* Co-ordination of the ward/department on a day-to-day basis including planning, allocation and evaluation of work carried out by teams or individuals and self.
* Provide specialist knowledge to all nursing staff on the ward/department.
* Promote a critical, analytical approach to the delivery of nursing care, ensuring the ward/department environment is responsive to current issues.
* Assist in the review and update of procedures and protocols relating to the care of patients, in support of the ward/department manager.
* Develop methods for identifying, maintaining and improving the quality of patient care through facilitation of best practice and clinical benchmarking.
* Ensure due regard is given to the customs, values and spiritual beliefs of patients/clients.
* Explore and undertake expanded practice to optimise patient care within the specialist area, in accordance with Trust policies.
Management / Leadership Responsibilities
* Exercise effective leadership as an exemplary role model for the ward/department team.
* Support the ward/department manager and deputy in maintaining adequate staff cover and skill mix through effective use of staffing rotas.
* Ensure effective communication with patients and their carers; liaise with nursing, medical and allied health professional colleagues to cover all facets of patient care.
* Maintain standards relating to clinical governance and support risk management policy implementation with action plans for identified risks.
* Ensure effective communication with relatives, community nursing staff, other hospitals and local agencies to facilitate smooth transfer and after-care of patients/clients.
* Ensure outcomes and action plans from patient complaints are implemented and monitored, with staff compliance with mandatory training and current records.
* Ensure compliance with Trust policies and procedures; assist in monitoring sickness/absence and liaise with the manager or Matron as necessary.
* Participate in recruitment and selection of nursing staff and support the implementation of the Trusts HR Strategy.
* Monitor staff performance and identify learning needs through personal development plans and appraisal systems; contribute to resource planning and control.
* Contribute to nursing developments within the ward/department via appropriate forums; deputise for the deputy ward/department manager in their absence.
Education Responsibilities
* Identify training and development needs via personal development plans and disseminate information to the ward/department team and stakeholders.
* Collaborate with clinical practice facilitators to develop an effective clinical learning environment.
* Ensure nursing care is evidence-based; promote nursing audit and research and implement findings where appropriate.
* Develop competency-based training packages for use within the ward/department, including preceptorship for pre- and post-registration nurses.
* Act as a mentor for all pre- and post-registration nurses and healthcare assistants.
Professional Responsibilities
* Act at all times in a manner that upholds the reputation of the Trust and safeguards the wellbeing and dignity of patients and their relatives.
* Adhere to the NMC Code of Conduct and Guidance documents; maintain active status on the NMC Register.
* Continuously seek to sustain and improve knowledge and identify objectives within a Personal Development Plan that support high standards of clinical care.
This advert closes on Wednesday 3 Sep 2025
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