Overview
Job Opportunity: Deputy Sister/Charge Nurse – Children’s Medical Ward D33
Are you an experienced paediatric nurse looking for a challenge or a change? We are looking for someone to join the senior nursing team on this friendly and supportive ward. You will need to be motivated, enthusiastic and possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills along with the ability to work within a multidisciplinary team in a challenging ward environment. You will experience working with children of all ages with respiratory, gastro and cardiac conditions, children with complex needs, some with non invasive ventilation, high flow oxygen as well as children with long term conditions such as Cystic Fibrosis and eating disorders.
Responsibilities
* Coordinate patient care on the ward, deputise for and support the Ward Manager.
* Deliver high-quality, evidence-based care; work with the wider multidisciplinary team to identify challenges affecting care quality, develop action plans to address gaps, and evaluate patient pathways and experiences for satisfaction and effectiveness.
* Support clinical audits and continuous improvements in line with the Trust's requirements, in partnership with the wider senior leadership team.
* Act as a key point of contact for patients, visitors, relatives, and staff; provide guidance and support and represent the patient’s perspective in discussions.
* Assist the Ward Manager in developing and managing staff rosters to ensure safe and appropriate staffing levels at all times.
* Provide leadership and management support to the Ward Sister and team to ensure the efficient running of the ward on a daily basis.
Qualifications and Requirements
* Strong leadership capabilities with exceptional organisational and clinical skills.
* Experience as a paediatric nurse and ability to work within a multidisciplinary team in a challenging ward environment.
* Ability to coordinate care across diverse paediatric conditions and care pathways.
About Us and Our Environment
With a workforce of over 19,000 staff, we are one of the largest employers in the city, supporting the health and wellbeing of our local community. We are at the forefront of research, education, and innovation, striving to continuously improve the care we provide. Join our exceptional team at Nottingham University Hospitals (NUH), where diversity is celebrated and new ideas are welcomed to drive the development of our services. As part of NUH, you will have access to personal development opportunities designed to support and enhance your career. We are committed to turning your role into a fulfilling career, offering support and resources to thrive in a world-class healthcare environment.
Become part of our mission to deliver outstanding healthcare to our diverse patient populations and make a lasting impact in the field.
Application Details
Please familiarise yourself with the full job description and person specification documents attached to this advert.
This advert closes on Sunday 21 Sep 2025
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