Junior Sister in Guildford inGuildford PUBLISHED WED 11 JUN 2025 Jump to job information section

Band 6: £39,205 to £47,084 a year (per annum) pro-rata -includes high cost area supplements (HCAS). SECONDMENT GOOD SALARY

Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust rwXukNVN

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Millbridge ward is a fast paced Medical ward within the Royal Surrey County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, with a specific interest in gastroenterology. We are a 30 bedded unit with a very varied age range of patients admitted with a vast range of medical conditions. There are 6 monitored beds which allow us to provide a high quality of patient care to those with deteriorating and acute conditions, including bleeding oesophageal varices and other complications arising from liver and inflammatory bowel disease.

We work closely with the alcohol liaison team to provide safe and effective support to patients experiencing adverse effects from alcohol withdrawal and long term related conditions.Having close links with the University of Surrey facilitates very good opportunities for Nurses to support their clinical development and experience in mentoring student nurses.

Ideally the applicant will have excellent communication skills, good clinical knowledge and be keen to develop their skills in the field of acute medicine. We are looking for motivated and confident staff, committed to delivering a high standard of nursing care.

Interviews will be conducted in person. Candidates are required to complete a Mathematics and English assessment prior to the interview.

The post holder will deliver patient care on a daily basis. They should be expert in all areas of nursing care from patient's admission to discharge, which facilitates clinical practice development. As nurse in charge they have overall responsibility for day-to-day management of their clinical area and for ensuring all care is delivered according to Trust policies and procedures maintaining associated records. They will manage, support and lead a team of nurses in the delivery of evidence based patient-centred care, which is of a high standard. They will assist the senior sister in the management of staff including appraisal, rota's, recruitment and selection and the supervision of learners. They will provide advice and support to patients, relatives and members of the multi-disciplinary team. Utilising clinical audit, research, supervision of practice and teaching, they will monitor and improve standards of care by efficient and effective use of resources and liaise with the senior sister at all times. The will provide leadership on the Trusts values and behaviours.

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To assist in the management of the unit on a day to day basis by appropriate deployment, delegation and supervision of all grades of staff. To act as a team leader on shift. To facilitate an improvement in the quality of healthcare for patients. To help provide a conducive working and learning environment. To support the senior sister to promote evidence based nursing practice within the department.

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Useful skills for a Junior Sister: Click to view

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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