Junior Sister - Band 6 St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in London inLondon PUBLISHED THU 9 JAN 2025 Jump to job information section
Band 6
Job description
To support and deputise for the Ward Sister to ensure the provision of excellent nursing care and the effective management of staff and other resources.
Also to carry out the day-to-day management and co-ordination of the ward/department.
To ensure that there are education and training opportunities for all staff, including pre and post registration students and /or providing specialist knowledge.
St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the country's leading teaching hospitals with an international reputation for patient care, education and research.
Belgrave Ward is a very busy general cardiology ward and is part of the newly formed Cardiology Clinical Academic Group to further developments in Cardiology.
We now have a permanent position for a Junior Sister (band 6) to provide day to day leadership of this busy 24 bedded cardiology ward.
Belgrave Ward is a dynamic ward that is changing with the increasing demands on the St Georges Cardiology service, a regional tertiary centre delivering high quality care.
You will be expected to work as an excellent role model both for clinical skills and leadership.
You will be part of multi-disciplinary team working together to provide quality service provision, excellent clinical management and safe and effective discharge processes.
So if you are ambitious and have excellent leadership skills and can make a real difference for caring for cardiology patients this is the job for you.
St Georges, Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals and Health Group cares for a population of four million people in South West London and North East Surrey. Our sites include St Georges Hospital, one of 11 major trauma centres in the UK and the largest healthcare provider and major teaching hospital in the area; St Helier Hospital, home to the South West Thames Renal and Transplantation Unit and Queen Mary's Hospital for Children; and Epsom Hospital, home to the South West London Elective Orthopaedic Centre (SWLEOC).
After years of collaboration, our two Trusts became a hospitals group in 2021. While remaining as two separate Trusts, being a hospitals group will help us to collaborate more closely on research, and the development, education, and training of our 17,000-strong workforce.
Please see the attached supporting document which contains more and person specification information about the role.
This advert closes on Sunday 19 Jan 2025
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Also to carry out the day-to-day management and co-ordination of the ward/department.
To ensure that there are education and training opportunities for all staff, including pre and post registration students and /or providing specialist knowledge.
St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the country's leading teaching hospitals with an international reputation for patient care, education and research.
Belgrave Ward is a very busy general cardiology ward and is part of the newly formed Cardiology Clinical Academic Group to further developments in Cardiology.
We now have a permanent position for a Junior Sister (band 6) to provide day to day leadership of this busy 24 bedded cardiology ward.
Belgrave Ward is a dynamic ward that is changing with the increasing demands on the St Georges Cardiology service, a regional tertiary centre delivering high quality care.
You will be expected to work as an excellent role model both for clinical skills and leadership.
You will be part of multi-disciplinary team working together to provide quality service provision, excellent clinical management and safe and effective discharge processes.
So if you are ambitious and have excellent leadership skills and can make a real difference for caring for cardiology patients this is the job for you.
St Georges, Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals and Health Group cares for a population of four million people in South West London and North East Surrey. Our sites include St Georges Hospital, one of 11 major trauma centres in the UK and the largest healthcare provider and major teaching hospital in the area; St Helier Hospital, home to the South West Thames Renal and Transplantation Unit and Queen Mary's Hospital for Children; and Epsom Hospital, home to the South West London Elective Orthopaedic Centre (SWLEOC).
After years of collaboration, our two Trusts became a hospitals group in 2021. While remaining as two separate Trusts, being a hospitals group will help us to collaborate more closely on research, and the development, education, and training of our 17,000-strong workforce.
Please see the attached supporting document which contains more and person specification information about the role.
This advert closes on Sunday 19 Jan 2025
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme
Disability Confident About Disability Confident A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to Disability Confident.
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If you're interested in this role but you have questions or you're not yet ready to apply, then please book a quick call with us and we'd be happy to answer any questions you have and tell you more about the role.
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To work as a Junior Sister (or Charge Nurse) in the UK, particularly in a nursing context, you'll need a combination of clinical skills, personal attributes, and professional qualifications. Here’s a breakdown of the key skills and requirements:
Clinical Skills:
1. Nursing Proficiency: A valid nursing qualification (e.g., Registered Nurse – RN) and an active NMC (Nursing and Midwifery Council) registration.
2. Clinical Assessment: Ability to assess patients' needs, interpret clinical signs, and respond appropriately.
3. Medication Administration: Knowledge of medication protocols and the safe administration of drugs.
4. Wound Care: Skills in managing and treating wounds and injuries.
5. Basic Life Support: Certification in emergency care procedures, including CPR.
Leadership and Management Skills:
1. Team Leadership: Experience in leading a team and supervising junior staff or students.
2. Staff Development: Ability to support the training and development of nursing staff.
3. Delegation: Effectively delegating tasks to nursing staff while ensuring patient-centered care is maintained.
4. Conflict Resolution: Skills in managing conflicts and promoting a positive work environment.
Communication Skills:
1. Patient Communication: Effective communication with patients, their families, and colleagues about care plans and treatment options.
2. Interprofessional Collaboration: Ability to work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals across disciplines.
3. Documentation: Accurate and timely completion of clinical documentation and reports.
Personal Attributes:
1. Compassion and Empathy: Providing empathetic and patient-centered care.
2. Resilience: Ability to cope with stressful situations and maintain professionalism.
3. Critical Thinking: Skill in assessing situations critically, making swift decisions based on evidence.
4. Time Management: Prioritizing tasks effectively to ensure safe and efficient care delivery.
Additional Requirements:
- Experience: Ideally some experience in a nursing or care setting, possibly including rotations in various specialties.
- Continuous Professional Development: A commitment to ongoing training and education to keep skills and knowledge up to date.
Desirable Skills:
1. Specialist Knowledge: Familiarity with certain specializations (e.g., pediatrics, geriatrics, mental health) may be an advantage, depending on the unit.
2. IT Skills: Proficiency in using electronic health records (EHR) and other healthcare software.
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