Senior Staff Nurse – Children s Emergency Department

Senior Staff Nurse – Children s Emergency Department Overview

We are looking for a highly motivated and experienced Deputy Sister/Charge Nurse to join our dynamic team in the Children’s Emergency Department. This role offers an exciting opportunity to provide clinical expertise and managerial leadership, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide clinical and managerial leadership to nursing and multidisciplinary teams.
• Act as a role model, offering guidance, support, and expertise in patient care.
• Take responsibility for the day-to-day coordination of shifts, ensuring safe and effective care delivery.
• Ensure that care meets national and local quality and performance standards.
• Promote an environment that reflects equality, dignity, and respect for all patients and staff.
• Support the Sister/Charge Nurse in monitoring and improving clinical standards.
• Participate in and support clinical audits and quality improvement initiatives.
• Contribute to creating and maintaining a positive and supportive working environment.
• Act as an advocate for patients at all times to ensure the highest levels of care are delivered.

Qualifications and Skills Required

• Registered Nurse with current NMC registration.
• Evidence of relevant post-basic study.
• Able to make judgements based on evidence-based practice and apply this in the ward environment.
• Demonstrate understanding of current developments in the NHS and their implications for nursing and quality care.
• Physically capable of performing the role and responsibilities expected of the post holder.
• Professional and flexible with good interpersonal skills.
• Ability to motivate others and maintain personal motivation.
• Strong communication skills, especially in difficult situations.

Benefits

• Onsite day nursery for staff.
• Cycle-to-work scheme.
• Discounts at local businesses and gyms.
• Opportunity to hire the Trust’s beach hut in Ryde.
• Flexible working opportunities available.

This position is based at St Mary’s Hospital, Parkhurst Road, Newport, Isle of Wight, PO30 5TG, United Kingdom. The salary for this role ranges from £39,959 to £48,117 per annum, pro rata. This is a permanent, full-time position.

We welcome applications from individuals requiring current Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK, and these will be considered alongside all other applications.

Degree Requirement: Not Specified

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