Junior Sister in London inLondon PUBLISHED TUE 10 JUN 2025 Jump to job information section

Band 6: £42,939 to £50,697 a year pro rata per annum inc PERMANENT GOOD SALARY

Barts Health NHS Trust rI1unZvp

Job description

The redevelopment of Whipps Cross is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to design a new hospital from scratch. It is also a unique chance to be at the forefront of national efforts to transform how healthcare is provided for local people, as set out in the NHS Long-Term Plan. Do you wish to be part of this journey with us?

First opening over a hundred years ago, our team at Whipps Cross have one of the busiest A&E departments in the country with more than 152,000 patients attending each year. Other departments are just as busy with over 77,000 inpatient stays and 381,000 outpatient appointments.

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Division of Surgery & Cancer in the recruitment of a highly motivated and dynamic band 6 nurse for Poplar ward. The successful candidate must be an innovative, hardworking and enthusiastic adult nurse with a broad range of skills and experiences. You must possess and be able to demonstrate excellent leadership and management skills. We are seeking to appoint a compassionate and caring nurse who will be able to work closely with the ward manager to deliver outstanding care for the patients in East London & beyond.

Responsible for supporting the Ward Manager in the delivery of consistently high standards of care to meet the service needs of the patients and the Trust objectives. The post holder will be a role model of the Barts Health values and key behaviors to all members of the team and the wider MDT. As a senior member of the Ward team, the band 6 will be a competent confident practitioner who can care for, and manage the deteriorating and acutely ill patient, escalating concerns to the appropriate medical and outreach teams. The post holder must have competent management and facilitation skills in order to coordinate and supervise the activity of ward staff, promote multi-disciplinary working and foster a supportive, learning environment. In the absence of the Ward Manager the post holder will assume responsibility for the effective operation of the ward, including audit and budgetary roles, that the ward environment is maintained in a clean safe way, and all staff follow the Trusts infection control policy, dress code and all other Trust policies and protocols. As a Registered Nurse the post holder is expected to consistently act in accordance with the NMC Code of Professional Conduct.

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We are dedicated to being an outstanding place to work and will work with you to get the best experience. We know flexible working is not a one size fits all and will mean something different to everyone. We are inclusive, so if you are interested in flexible working, please speak to the recruiting manager.

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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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