Junior Charge Nurse - Band 6 in AMRU/MAU
The Acute Medical Receiving Unit (AMRU) is a brand-new service scheduled to open in Summer 2026, designed to deliver high-quality, rapid assessment and treatment for patients presenting with acute medical conditions. This modern unit will play a key role in improving patient flow, reducing waiting times, and enhancing the overall patient experience. The successful candidate will have a unique opportunity to be part of the establishment and development of this new service, contributing to shaping pathways, processes, and a positive team culture from the outset.
As an experienced registered nurse, the Band 6 will provide clinical leadership, supervision, and support to junior staff, while ensuring safe, effective, and timely patient flow through the unit. The role requires strong clinical decision-making skills, the ability to prioritise workload, and effective multidisciplinary team collaboration.
The AMRU will work in close integration with the Medical Assessment Unit (MAU), forming a cohesive acute medical service. The successful candidate will rotate between AMRU and MAU, gaining a broad range of clinical experience while supporting continuity of care across both areas. This rotational approach will enhance clinical skills, promote collaborative working, and ensure flexibility in meeting the demands of the service.
Main duties of the job
* Provide high-quality, patient-centred care for individuals presenting with acute medical conditions, ensuring safety, dignity, and compassion at all times.
* Undertake comprehensive clinical assessments, plan, implement, and evaluate care for patients with complex and rapidly changing needs.
* Act as nurse in charge of the shift, coordinating the clinical area, managing patient flow, and supporting timely admissions, transfers, and discharges.
* Provide clinical leadership, supervision, and mentorship to Band 5 nurses, healthcare support workers, and student nurses.
* Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to ensure effective communication and coordinated care delivery.
* Support patient flow initiatives, including early discharge planning and escalation processes, to optimise bed capacity and reduce length of stay.
* Maintain accurate, timely, and legally compliant patient documentation.
* Participate in audit, quality improvement, and service development initiatives to enhance patient care and outcomes.
* Ensure compliance with infection prevention and control policies and maintain a safe clinical environment.
* Contribute to staff development, including teaching, training, and supporting competency achievement within the team.
* Act as a role model, promoting professional standards in line with the NMC Code and Trust values.
* Support the implementation of new pathways and processes associated with the development of the AMRU service
Please be aware that this post requires an Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check with barred lists, the cost of which is payable by the successful candidate. If you have lived or worked abroad for 6 months or more in the last 5 years you will need to obtain an overseas police clearance. Further information can be found on the additional information links at the bottom of the advert.
We welcome applications from Graduate visa holders; it is important to note that you must have a minimum of 6 months before this expires at the start of your employment for training and operational reasons.
Non-UK or Irish applicants should check their visa and this role's eligibility for sponsorship before applying. For further information please visit Visas and immigration - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
Please be advised we are unable to provide Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship to non-UK residents.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Registered Nurse (Adult/Child/Mental Health) with current NMC (Nursing & Midwifery Council) registration.
* Evidence of continuous professional development and up-to-date portfolio.
* Teaching, assessing, or mentorship qualification (e.g., ENB 998, Mentorship Module, Practice Assessor).
* Leadership/management qualification or willingness to work towards.
* Evidence of specialist training relevant to the clinical area.
Knowledge & Skills
* Up-to-date knowledge of evidence‑based practice and national guidance (e.g. NICE, NSF).
* Understanding of clinical governance, audit, and risk management processes.
* Knowledge of safeguarding, infection prevention and control, and patient safety standards.
* Advanced clinical assessment and decision‑making skills.
* Ability to coordinate safe admission, transfer, and discharge planning.
* Strong leadership, team‑building, and supervisory skills.
* Effective communication skills with patients, families, and multidisciplinary teams.
* Ability to manage competing priorities and work under pressure.
* Competent in IT systems and electronic patient records.
* Knowledge of budgetary processes and workforce planning.
* Knowledge of digital systems for patient flow, rostering, and incident reporting.
* Presentation and teaching skills for education sessions.
* Skills in service evaluation and change implementation.
Experience
* Significant post‑registration experience within the relevant clinical specialty.
* Previous experience mentoring students or supervising junior staff.
* Experience of taking charge or leading a shift.
* Experience contributing to service improvement or change.
* Experience using audit or reporting tools.
* Experience of complaint resolution or patient liaison.
* Experience of rota management, staffing allocation, or redeployment.
* Experience of contributing to financial/resource awareness.
Other Role Requirements
* Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for further role requirements.
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.
£39,959 to £48,117 a year (subject to job matching)
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