0215 - Sister/Charge Nurse

Job summary

Interview Date: 14/07/2025

An opportunity for a permanent Sister/Charge Nurse post on the Haematology/General Medicine Oulier Ward 24.

Good communication and prioritising skills are essential, previous band 6 experience is desirable but not essential.

We are looking to appoint a forward thinking, motivated and dynamic senior nurse with passion for progression and demonstrable leadership of Sister/Charge Nurse.

We are dedicated to delivering a high standard of evidence-based care, ensuring a supportive, friendly and safe environment for patients and staff.

You will be required to take charge of the ward and lead a team of staff with their learning and developmental needs. We will expect you to accommodate a flexible shift pattern, have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, the ability to manage time, prioritise workload along with the ability to work under pressure.

You are expected to provide effective leadership, expertise, advice and support to the ward and ensure the provision of the highest quality care to patients and their families.

You must be able to promote clinical excellence through your own practice and also be aware of the Trusts values and behaviours by showing respect, courtesy and professionalism at all times.

Informal visits are welcomed and encouraged to come and look at what we do and meet some of the team.

Main duties of the job

Ward Sisters and Charge Nurses should have a strong sense of ownership of their wards, demonstrating high standards and have the drive to keep going.

Responsible for the safe custody of medication, including checking and administration.

Ensure compliance with our clinical governance framework, you will motivate colleagues, champion service user safety and dignity and drive continuous improvement.

In the absence of the ward manager the post holder will be expected to fulfil their duties and also be responsible for patient flow with regards to the receiving of direct referrals for patients with on-going haemato-oncology problems. This will also include provision of advice and support to patients/relatives and carers via the information telephone line.

The post holder will also be responsible for the overall management of staff in accordance with the Trusts policies and procedures in place.

You will be involved with initiating, delivering and completing annual appraisals for fellow colleagues.

The post holder will Maintain a high standard of clinical work when carrying out nursing procedures. They will be expected to educate, supervise, support and develop both qualified and unqualified members of staff.

About us

We reserve the right to close positions early

We scored best in the country in the most recent NHS Staff Survey for teamwork, compassionate leadership, and supporting work/life balance. In 2024's survey, the Trust also scored above average in every theme of the NHS People Promise the promise NHS colleagues make to work together each other to improve the experience of working in the NHS for everyone

Barnsley Hospital is a high performing Trust, currently rated Good by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and achieving significant progress in the delivery of our strategic objectives, including our ambition to be the best Place to Work

We are proud of the commitment of our colleagues to ensuring a strong and sustainable future and our organisation is highly valued by our local communities

There has never been a better time to join Barnsley Hospital. It is moving at pace and a we can do this attitude is evident right through the organisation.

Barnsley Hospital is committed to promoting equality of opportunity and fair treatment to all applicants.

For individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link on the right hand side of the advert to check your eligibility, please note that band 2 and 3 entry roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship

The cost of the DBS (criminal records check) for Band 6 and above roles will only be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction

Employer details

Employer name

Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Pogmoor Road

Barnsley

South Yorkshire

S75 2EP

Employer's website

https://www.barnsleyhospital.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

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Employer details

Employer name

Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Pogmoor Road

Barnsley

South Yorkshire

S75 2EP

Employer's website

https://www.barnsleyhospital.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

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