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Junior Charge Nurse
The closing date is 11 May 2026
We are currently looking for experienced nurses to come and join our team as a Junior Charge Nurse on our surgical at Broomfield Hospital.
Heybridge Ward is part of the the surgical division for Mid and South Essex, undertaking general surgical procedures with a variety of different speciality care such as Upper GI, Colorectal and Urology. The ward also provides high quality care and rehabilitation for patients recovering from surgery for a variety of conditions.
Our ward prides itself in providing a high standard of patient care, experience, and quality service. Our team is friendly, supportive, vibrant and dynamic. Everyone is encouraged to participate as a member of the team in developing their nursing skills. We offer a structured Band 6 competency programme and support to complete mandatory training. We also apply for post graduate courses as they become available.
All applicants do need to have motivation, flexibility, enthusiasm be hardworking and a willingness to learn quickly.
Main duties of the job
The Junior Charge Nurse, responsibility of managing a 32 bed ward and working closely with the Ward Manager in all staff development and progression.
Provide a high standard of individualised care to patients, acting as a role model and supporting the Ward Manager in driving quality care provision forward
Be responsible for standards of cleanliness in their own clinical area in partnership with the Ward Manager
Actively participate in completion of audits and providing feedback to the team.
Investigate ward incidents providing timely responses and ensure ward feedback.
Provide clear clinical leadership to staff, deputising for the Ward Manager in her/his absence
This post is not an OSCE programme for international vacancies; this is for qualified nurses only.
About us
Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.
We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust.
Job responsibilities
We look forward to your application. Please refer to attached Job Description for full list of responsibilities.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Registered Nurse (2 years post qualification)
* Evidence of Mentorship
* NMC Pin
* Evidence of on-going development related to speciality
Knowledge and Experience
* Experience as Senior band 5 or Band 6 in acute or surgical setting
* Ability to lead a team
* In depth knowledge of quality issues and clinical governance
* Experience in leadership/management role
Personal and People Development
* Works well in a team
* Leadership and support juniors
* Demonstrates ability to think creatively and laterally
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust
£39,959 a year Per Annum (Pro Rata for Part Time)
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