Ward Sister/Charge Nurse
The closing date is 04 August 2025
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a band 6 Ward Sister/Charge Nurse position on Jervaulx Ward at Harrogate District Hospital.
We have a friendly and supportive multidisciplinary team and together we are dedicated in providing the highest standards of care to patients who are frail and acutely unwell.
Main duties of the job
The post is suitable for an experienced band 5 or equivalent who feels that they are ready for a new challenge who are able to motivate a team.
The post holder will need to be able to provide professional, clinical and managerial leadership to nursing staff within the Ward and have responsibility for maintaining the highest standards of care for patients in the Ward setting and to ensure patients have a positive experience.
The applicant would need to have good communication skills and be able to work closely with patients and families/carers to provide specialist nursing and care.
Be able to work as an effective member of the multidisciplinary team, providing high quality nursing care for patients to aid them through their acute illness and through the rehabilitation process.
To assist in the training of junior staff and students and act as role model.
About us
Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust (HDFT) cares for the population in Harrogate and the local area, as well as across North Yorkshire, Leeds and parts of the North East.
At HDFT we provide outstanding care to both our patients and our staff and we value Kindness, Integrity, Teamwork and Equality. If you're looking for an interesting and rewarding career in the NHS, where you can make a real difference to patients' lives, HDFT could be the place for you!
We offer colleagues:
- A supportive culture so colleagues can bring their whole selves to work.
- Staff Recognition - as well as regular appraisals, we recognise achievements with our Making a Difference & Team of the Month Awards, along with annual Colleague Recognition Awards.
- Employee Support and wellbeing - we offer a wide range of staff benefits including an Employee Assistance Programme, counselling service and a fast-track Physiotherapy service.
Please note:
- Due to high levels of interest, posts may close early if we reach a sufficient number of applications
- Visa sponsorship is only available for certain roles. Please ensure the role you are interested in meets the criteria for a visa before submitting your application.
- Please also be aware that the Trust does not offer relocation packages for Agenda for Change roles.
Details
Date posted
22 July 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£38,682 to £46,580 a year per annum pro rata
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number
421-LTUCC-3182S
Job locations
Harrogate District Hospital
Lancaster park road
Harrogate
HG2 7SX
Employer details
Employer name
Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Harrogate District Hospital
Lancaster park road
Harrogate
HG2 7SX
Employer's website
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