Deputy Ward Sister inChichester inChichester PUBLISHED 20 AUG 2024
Band 6
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You will be responsible for leading the team in the absence of the ward sister, supporting with staff management, audit and ward development projects.
Are you passionate about your role as a nurse and have a strong drive to provide excellent patient care ?Within Acute Frailty at St Richards we have an opportunity for you. We are a dynamic, inclusive supportive teams, within Boxgrove, Selsey and Bosham & Chilgrove with both fulltime & parttime substantive position for Bosham, Part time substantive position Selsey for 25hours. A position for Boxgrove and a fulltime position for Chilgrove
We are currently seeking a caring enthusiastic nurse with a 'can do’ positive approach to fill our Band 6 positions to complement our positive team culture.
Our wards are 27-beds ward which specialises in elderly care, acute frailty and dementia care. Chilgrove is a 22 bedded Nurse led Discharge Unit
You will need to demonstrate a keen interest in elderly care. Ability to engage with our visitors, loved ones and families, and confidently liaise with our extended MDT is essential.
As a senior nurse you will need to be supportive and resilient in challenging situations. We have an inclusive team culture and value innovative and creative thinking.
We welcome applications from those who currently hold a UK NMC registration. If you currently hold an overseas nursing qualification and require sponsorship we are not currently direct hiring Internationally Qualified Nurses.
In return we can offer you development opportunities.
You will be responsible for leading the team in the absence of the ward sister, supporting with staff management, audit and ward development projects. You will also support the ward sister in reviewing complaints and governance issues, promoting a positive safety culture.
- To have continuing 24 hour responsibility supporting the ward sister for the effective management of the area and deputising in their absence.
- In addition the post holder will provide nursing leadership within this area, ensuring an effective quality nursing service, with responsibility for standards of nursing care and patient safety.
Please note that if you currently work for another NHS Trust or UHSussex and you are applying to accept this position as a secondment opportunity, before applying you must seek agreement and authorisation from your current Trust/Manager. Secondments can’t be agreed without this approval. If you are unable to gain approval you should refrain from applying unless you wish to take this role as a fixed term position.
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Michelle Reeves or Keeley Head Job title: Matrons Email address: Telephone number:
For Boxgrove please contact Della Shayne extension 35141
For Selsey please contact Beverley Sorrell extension 35271
For Bosham please contact Peter Hall extension 35811
For Chilgrove please contact Nicky Beech extension 35
Michelle Reeves & Keeley Head Matron Extension 35228. We would welcome an informal &
Are you passionate about your role as a nurse and have a strong drive to provide excellent patient care ?
Within Acute Frailty at St Richards we have an opportunity for you. We are a dynamic, inclusive supportive teams, within Boxgrove, Selsey and Bosham & Chilgrove with both fulltime & parttime substantive position for Bosham, Part time substantive position Selsey for 25hours. A position for Boxgrove and a fulltime position for Chilgrove
We are currently seeking a caring enthusiastic nurse with a 'can do’ positive approach to fill our Band 6 positions to complement our positive team culture.
Our wards are 27-beds ward which specialises in elderly care, acute frailty and dementia care. Chilgrove is a 22 bedded Nurse led Discharge Unit
You will need to demonstrate a keen interest in elderly care. Ability to engage with our visitors, loved ones and families, and confidently liaise with our extended MDT is essential.
As a senior nurse you will need to be supportive and resilient in challenging situations. We have an inclusive team culture and value innovative and creative thinking.
We welcome applications from those who currently hold a UK NMC registration. If you currently hold an overseas nursing qualification and require sponsorship we are not currently direct hiring Internationally Qualified Nurses.
In return we can offer you development opportunities.
You will be responsible for leading the team in the absence of the ward sister, supporting with staff management, audit and ward development projects. You will also support the ward sister in reviewing complaints and governance issues, promoting a positive safety culture.
Please note that if you currently work for another NHS Trust or UHSussex and you are applying to accept this position as a secondment opportunity, before applying you must seek agreement and authorisation from your current Trust/Manager. Secondments can’t be agreed without this approval. If you are unable to gain approval you should refrain from applying unless you wish to take this role as a fixed term position.
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Michelle Reeves or Keeley Head Job title: Matrons Email address: Telephone number:
For Boxgrove please contact Della Shayne extension 35141
For Selsey please contact Beverley Sorrell extension 35271
For Bosham please contact Peter Hall extension 35811
For Chilgrove please contact Nicky Beech extension 35
Michelle Reeves & Keeley Head Matron Extension 35228. We would welcome an informal &
Within Acute Frailty at St Richards we have an opportunity for you. We are a dynamic, inclusive supportive teams, within Boxgrove, Selsey and Bosham & Chilgrove with both fulltime & parttime substantive position for Bosham, Part time substantive position Selsey for 25hours. A position for Boxgrove and a fulltime position for Chilgrove
We are currently seeking a caring enthusiastic nurse with a 'can do’ positive approach to fill our Band 6 positions to complement our positive team culture.
Our wards are 27-beds ward which specialises in elderly care, acute frailty and dementia care. Chilgrove is a 22 bedded Nurse led Discharge Unit
You will need to demonstrate a keen interest in elderly care. Ability to engage with our visitors, loved ones and families, and confidently liaise with our extended MDT is essential.
As a senior nurse you will need to be supportive and resilient in challenging situations. We have an inclusive team culture and value innovative and creative thinking.
We welcome applications from those who currently hold a UK NMC registration. If you currently hold an overseas nursing qualification and require sponsorship we are not currently direct hiring Internationally Qualified Nurses.
In return we can offer you development opportunities.
You will be responsible for leading the team in the absence of the ward sister, supporting with staff management, audit and ward development projects. You will also support the ward sister in reviewing complaints and governance issues, promoting a positive safety culture.
- To have continuing 24 hour responsibility supporting the ward sister for the effective management of the area and deputising in their absence.
- In addition the post holder will provide nursing leadership within this area, ensuring an effective quality nursing service, with responsibility for standards of nursing care and patient safety.
Please note that if you currently work for another NHS Trust or UHSussex and you are applying to accept this position as a secondment opportunity, before applying you must seek agreement and authorisation from your current Trust/Manager. Secondments can’t be agreed without this approval. If you are unable to gain approval you should refrain from applying unless you wish to take this role as a fixed term position.
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Michelle Reeves or Keeley Head Job title: Matrons Email address: Telephone number:
For Boxgrove please contact Della Shayne extension 35141
For Selsey please contact Beverley Sorrell extension 35271
For Bosham please contact Peter Hall extension 35811
For Chilgrove please contact Nicky Beech extension 35
Michelle Reeves & Keeley Head Matron Extension 35228. We would welcome an informal &
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