Sister/Charge Nurse

Sister/Charge Nurse Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated Band 6 Sister/Charge Nurse to join the team on Brearley 3 Ward at Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. Brearley 3 is a busy inpatient ward specializing in Diabetes and Endocrinology, as well as caring for a diverse range of General Medical patients. The ward boasts a well-established, supportive, and experienced multidisciplinary team dedicated to delivering high-quality, safe, and compassionate care.

This is an exciting time to join Brearley 3 as the ward continues to enhance its specialist Diabetes and Endocrinology service while maintaining a strong focus on General Medicine. In your role as a Band 6 Sister/Charge Nurse, you will provide clinical leadership and assist in the operational management of the ward, collaborating closely with the Senior Sister and the wider multidisciplinary team to ensure excellent patient care is delivered.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Delivering exceptional nursing care, ensuring the highest standards of safety, quality, and compassion.
• Leading by example and promoting a culture of continuous improvement and professional excellence.
• Supporting the professional development and well-being of staff through mentorship, appraisals, and education.
• Coordinating patient care in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
• Contributing to the implementation of evidence-based practices and innovative approaches to diabetes, endocrinology, and mental health care.

To be successful in this role, you will need to meet the following qualifications and experience:

• Must be a registered nurse with current UK professional registration.
• Completion of national practice assessor training or an equivalent qualification for teaching and assessing.
• Possession of or working towards a degree in a relevant field.
• Relevant experience at AFC Band 5 or equivalent, particularly in managing long-term conditions.
• Desirable experience includes caring for patients with diabetes, endocrinology conditions, and eating disorders.
• Competency in IV drug administration and evidence of ongoing professional development.
• Basic IT and computer skills are required.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills are essential.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure.

The Trust values and respects all its staff and the community it serves. It is a leader in the NHS and research sectors and offers excellent benefits for its employees, including commitments to professional development and policies that support work-life balance.

For further information about this role, please contact Matron Helen Gregory at [email protected] or call 01142269098.

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