Band 6 Sister/Charge Nurse-Surgical Elective Admissions Unit (SEAU)
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Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Registered Nurse to join as a Band 6 Sister/Charge Nurse at the Surgical Elective Admissions Unit (SEAU) at Solihull. This department is a pathway for elective surgery; patients are admitted on the day of their procedure to be prepared for theatre.
Shift patterns are varied and include short days, long days and weekends.
We would welcome applicants with excellent organisational skills who could lead a great team in an ever expanding, exciting service which has a huge impact on the quality of patient care provision in this hospital.
All applicants must demonstrate within their application a strong commitment to teaching and desire to develop and progress your career within the department. We have a full time & part time vacancy for this post.
Those shortlisted will be invited for an interview.
For more information or to arrange an informal visit please contact: Sarah Gallagher, Unit Manager Surgical Elective Admissions Unit, Solihull Hospital (sarah.gallagher@uhb.nhs.uk or 0121 424 5334)
To apply for the position please complete the application form on NHS Jobs online.
Main duties of the job
The applicant would work as a skilled member of the team ensuring a high standard of care is delivered to patients being admitted for elective surgery. The applicant should have a sound knowledge of surgical nursing, good organisational and leadership skills have excellent communication skills, and a willingness to learn and undertake new skills. Previous experience of surgical nursing practice would be desirable.
About us
We are recognised as one of the leading NHS Foundation Trusts in the UK. Our vision is to Build Healthier Lives, and we recognise that we need incredible staff to do this.
Our commitment to our staff is to create the best place for them to work, and we are dedicated to:
Investing in the health and wellbeing of our staff, including a commitment of offering flexible working where we can;Offer our staff a wide variety of training and development opportunities, to support their personal and career development objectives.
UHB is committed to ensuring that our staff are treated fairly and feel that they belong, by creating a kind and inclusive environment. This is about equity of opportunity; removing all barriers, including discrimination and ensuring each individual member of staff reach their true potential, achieve their ambitions and thrive in their work. This is more than words. We are taking action. Our commitment to an inclusive culture is embedded at all levels of the organisation where every voice is heard, driven by our diverse and active staff networks, and at Board level by the Fairness Taskforce led by our CEO. We nurture a culture which empowers staff to challenge discriminatory behaviours and to enable people to bring their 'whole self' to a kinder, more connected and bold place to work.
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Details
Date posted
10 October 2023
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£35,392 to £42,618 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
304-52068YS
Job locations
Solihull Hospital
Lode Ln
Solihull
West Midlands
B91 2JL
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Solihull Hospital
Lode Ln
Solihull
West Midlands
B91 2JL
Employer's website
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