Job Overview
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Sister/Charge Nurse to work within our dedicated 22 bedded Spinal unit, encompassing both emergency trauma and elective surgery.
The Nursing Team consists of Registered Nurses, Senior Nursing Assistants, and Nursing Assistants. In addition to Registered Nurses, our nursing assistants are also highly trained and competent within defined parameters, to care for spinal cord injured ventilator dependent patients. Fundamental to providing a specialist service we are committed to providing a high standard of quality care through an ongoing education, development and staff training programme.
University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.
Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast.
At UHS we’re committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible and to creating an anti‑racist, anti‑discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute.
Detailed Job Description and Main Responsibilities
What you’ll do
Responsible for assisting the Senior Sister/Charge Nurse in the management of the ward/unit over a 24‑hour period, ensuring high standards of care are maintained and available resources are utilised effectively. You will also assist in the day‑to‑day management and organisation of the spinal unit as required, demonstrating clinical expertise and acting as a role model within the Neurosciences setting.
What we’re looking for
We are looking for an individual who is a strong leader, highly motivated, and possesses excellent communication skills. The role requires close working relationships with the multi‑professional team to ensure evidence‑based quality care is delivered with compassion to every patient. You will need to promote cooperation, build teams, develop people for the future, and focus on your own professional growth.
Person specification
Trust Values
* Patients First
* Always Improving
* Working Together
Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience
Essential criteria
* Qualified Nurse (Degree/Diploma)
* Registered nurse on appropriate part of the register
* Significant post‑registration experience / qualification / training, including experience and knowledge within relevant speciality
* Ward management experience
* Knowledge of current issues within acute Health Service Experience in an acute hospital setting
* Provide evidence of supporting / managing a range of learners in practice
* Provide evidence of supporting colleagues to promote effective learning in practice
* Ability to demonstrate clinical decision making and judgement
* Commitment to the post and Care Group responsibilities
* Commitment to continuing professional development
Desirable criteria
* Experience in handling adverse events and complaints
* Appraisal skills
* Act in the role of Practice Assessor or supporting the progression of learners / supporting challenges as needed
* Some insight into budget management
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