Senior Sister/ Senior Charge NurseinKent House LaneinKent House LanePUBLISHED FRI 3 JAN 2025
NHS Blood and Transplantr0JKgkCw
Directly contributes to saving and improving patients' lives through blood collection.
Opportunity to lead and manage a dedicated team, enhancing leadership skills.
Promotes a culture of high standards and safety for both donors and patients.
No night shifts required, providing a better work-life balance.
Comprehensive induction and ongoing professional development opportunities.
Generous annual leave package, increasing with years of service.
Flexible working opportunities within the NHS Blood and Transplant organisation.
The Senior Sister/Senior Charge Nurse role at NHS Blood and Transplant in Kent House Lane involves leading a team in the collection of blood and blood products, making a significant contribution to saving and improving patients' lives. The position requires strong leadership skills to manage Healthcare Assistants, Donor Care Supervisors, and other nursing staff, ensuring a safe and supportive environment for donors while meeting regulatory and governance standards. Key responsibilities include clinical accountability for safe blood collection, promoting an excellent donation experience, overseeing team competency, and collaborating with stakeholders for efficient planning of donation sessions.
This role emphasises continuous improvement and professional development, supported by an extensive induction and ongoing training. The position offers no night shifts and includes benefits such as flexible working options, generous annual leave, and participation in the NHS pension scheme. A culture of learning and development is promoted, enabling employees to grow within their roles and future careers.
This role emphasises continuous improvement and professional development, supported by an extensive induction and ongoing training. The position offers no night shifts and includes benefits such as flexible working options, generous annual leave, and participation in the NHS pension scheme. A culture of learning and development is promoted, enabling employees to grow within their roles and future careers.
Directly contributes to saving and improving patients' lives through blood collection.
Opportunity to lead and manage a dedicated team, enhancing leadership skills.
Promotes a culture of high standards and safety for both donors and patients.
No night shifts required, providing a better work-life balance.
Comprehensive induction and ongoing professional development opportunities.
Generous annual leave package, increasing with years of service.
Flexible working opportunities within the NHS Blood and Transplant organisation.
Leading your team in a fast moving and variable environment this essential role in the collection of blood and blood products will directly contribute to the saving and improving of patients lives.
Our donors are very special people and it is your job to make sure they feel safe, special and well cared for, creating an experience that they will want to return to time and time again. Without our donors we cannot ensure and deliver a safe and sufficient blood supply to hospitals. Your work links directly to saving and improving patients lives every day. Your leadership skills are key to ensuring the blood your team collects is safe for the patient and the giving of their donation safe for the donors; a unique challenge.
You will lead, manage and motivate a team of Healthcare Assistants, Donor Care Supervisor(s) and Sister/Charge Nurses to deliver and maintain high standards of care to our donors and to meet our regulatory and governance requirements. Your duties will include:-
- Taking clinical accountability and operational responsibility for ensuring the safe collection of blood products.
- Leading by example, promoting our core values and behaviours to deliver an excellent donation experience.
- Overseeing and maintaining the competency and skills of your team and yourself.
- Motivating your team to promote continuous improvement and staff development.
- Collaborating with a range of stakeholders to effectively plan and resource blood collection sessions.
- You may be required to work variable hours and cover blood collection sessions as needed. This may include evenings, weekends and bank holidays. Night shifts are not required in this role
About us
As part of the selection process you will be invited to attend a Blood Donation Session / Clinic, so that you can gain an understanding of the requirements of this essential role
You will undertake an extensive induction and training programme, with ongoing assessment, and receive ongoing development to support you in your role and to develop your leadership and management skills.
As part of the selection process you will be invited to attend a Blood Donation Session / Clinic, so that you can gain an understanding of the requirements of this essential role
You will undertake an extensive induction and training programme, with ongoing assessment, and receive ongoing development to support you in your role and to develop your leadership and management skills.
What we offer:
- No night shifts.
- TOIL (Time off in Lieu)
- Opportunities to work in other areas/specialisms.
- Facilitating donation
- NHSBT promotes flexible working opportunities where the role will allow.
- 27 days annual leave (pro rata for part-time) plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 29 days after 5 years’ service and to 33 days after 10 years.
- NHS pension scheme. The NHS Pension Scheme is a defined benefit scheme (not dependent on investment returns) Further details and outline of benefits can be found at: www.jobsincare.com/job/jbnsGwR1
- We’ve fostered a culture of continuous learning where colleagues are well-led, engaged, and encouraged to grow. We support you in reaching your full potential, both in your current role and future career. Our Thrive program embodies our commitment to learning and development, offering a wide range of activities to support your personal and professional growth. It’s open to everyone at NHSBT, ensuring you have the resources to succeed and shine in your role.
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To work as a Senior Sister or Senior Charge Nurse in the UK, you typically need a combination of clinical expertise, leadership abilities, and organizational skills. Here are the essential skills and qualifications required for the role:
Clinical Skills
1. Advanced Nursing Skills: Proficiency in clinical procedures and patient care management. This includes assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care.
2. Specialized Knowledge: Understanding of the specific healthcare area you will be working in (e.g., emergency, maternity, oncology).
Leadership and Management Skills
1. Team Leadership: Ability to lead and manage a team of nurses and support staff effectively. This includes motivating, mentoring, and developing team members.
2. Decision-Making: Strong decision-making skills, especially in high-pressure situations. Ability to prioritize tasks and manage resources efficiently.
3. Conflict Resolution: Skills to handle conflicts within the team and with patients or families diplomatically.
Communication Skills
1. Effective Communication: Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with patients, families, and healthcare professionals. This includes both verbal and written communication skills.
2. Interpersonal Skills: Building rapport with patients and team members to foster a collaborative work environment.
Organizational and Administrative Skills
1. Time Management: Capability to manage one's time as well as that of the team effectively, ensuring patient care is delivered in a timely manner.
2. Record Keeping and Documentation: Competency in maintaining accurate patient records and documentation in line with legal and organizational standards.
Knowledge of Policies and Procedures
1. Regulatory Knowledge: Understanding of the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) regulations, Trust policies, and procedures surrounding patient care.
2. Quality Assurance: Knowledge of quality improvement processes and health and safety standards.
Emotional Intelligence and Resilience
1. Empathy: Ability to understand and empathize with patients and families, providing compassionate care.
2. Resilience: Capability to cope with the demands and stresses of the role while maintaining professionalism.
Professional Development
1. Continuous Learning: Commitment to ongoing professional development and keeping up to date with advancements in nursing and healthcare practices.
Qualifications
1. Nursing Degree: A valid nursing qualification (e.g., Diploma of Higher Education, Bachelor of Science in Nursing).
2. Registered Nurse: Registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).
3. Experience: Significant clinical experience, often in a supervisory or leadership role. Many positions also require experience in a specific healthcare setting.
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