South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust

Junior Sister/Charge Nurse (Critical Care)

The closing date is 26 February 2026

Job summary

This Vacancy is only available to current employees of STSFT.

As a Senior Critical Care Nurse you will be responsible for the supervision, support and education of junior staff members of the ICCU team. You will be accountable for ensuring that agreed professional standards are reflected in clinical practice and be responsible for the provision of highly-specialist expertise/advice to nursing, medical and other support staff working within the Unit. You will also be responsible for assisting the ICCU Co-ordinator with the day-to-day management of a team of staff. You will therefore need to be flexible to help meet the challenges of managing change to the delivery of Critical Care Services across both our sites within the Trust.

Main duties of the job

To supervise, support and educate junior members of the ICCU team, acting as a role model.

To be responsible and accountable for the safe, effective and compassionate nursing care for all patients in the ICCU.

To exercise accountability as set out in the NMC Code.

To be able to demonstrate skills and competence required to care for level 2 and level 3 ICCU patients by completion of National Competency Framework for Registered Nurses in Adult Critical Care.

Support ward/department manager to ensure organisational goals/objectives are met within ICCU.

To participate in rotation onto Critical Care Outreach Team.

To participate in the delivery of renal replacement therapy (RRT), and to support the training, supervision and assessment of nurses undergoing RRT training in collaboration with the RRT Clinical Educator.

To assist the ICCU Team Leader with the appraisal and development of junior team members.

To manage patient care in the absence of the ICCU Co-ordinator.

When taking charge of the Ward/Department, or in the absence of the ICCU Co-ordinator, is directly responsible for ensuring that clinical, professional and cleanliness standards are maintained in the entire ward/department.

To ensure effective communication internally and externally regarding patient care and resources.

About us

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One Team One Trust - There are many reasons to work at our Trust. From our commitment to putting people first to our accessible services and award winning teams. We have a passion for research, innovation and tackling inequalities. We are committed to respect, fairness and civility and promote a compassionate, caring and positive culture / working environment.

We welcome all applications irrespective of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under- represented groups. Looking after our workforces health and wellbeing is a priority for us. We also provide access to high quality education, training, career progression and support. Flexible working is supported via our Flexible Working Policy.

The Trust employs around 8,746 people and provides a range of hospital services to a local community of around 430,000 residents. We also provide a range of more specialised services outside this area. We offer our staff outstanding benefits - Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support and access to a Care Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements.If you use AI, and it poses a risk to the integrity of your individual recruitment process, we may withdraw your application at any stage of the process.

Date posted

12 February 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£38,682 to £46,580 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

C9155-THNM-0226-12

Job locations

Trust Headquarters

Sunderland Royal Hospital

Sunderland

SR4 7TP

South Tyneside Nhs Foundation Trust

Harton Lane

South Shields

Tyne And Wear

NE34 0PL

Job description

Job responsibilities

To be responsible and accountable for the safe, effective and compassionate nursing care for all patients in ICCU / ICU.

PLEASE REFER TO ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE.

Job description

Job responsibilities

To be responsible and accountable for the safe, effective and compassionate nursing care for all patients in ICCU / ICU.

PLEASE REFER TO ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Current NMC Registration (Level 1 Adult nurse).
Degree in Nursing studies or healthcare-related subject or evidence of currently working towards this (UK equivalent).
Mentorship certificate/Practice Assessor training or demonstrable equivalent experience.
Completion of National Competency Framework for Registered Nurses in Adult Critical Care, Steps 1, 2 and 3.
Post-registration qualification Critical Care Course which meets the requirements of the National Standards for Adult Critical Care Nurse Education.

Desirable

Management and leadership training.
ILM qualification.
History taking and Physical Assessment/Clinical Skills Course.

Physical Skills

Essential

Ability to assist patients to move as per Trust Moving and Handling Policy.

Skills & Knowledge

Essential

Awareness of national Health and Social Care policy.
Knowledge of best practice in area of specialism.
Competent in the delivery of RRT or evidence of working towards.
Thorough understanding of expanded roles/professional practice issues.
Clinical teaching experience.
Ability to provide and receive complex, sensitive or contentious information, where persuasive, motivational, negotiating, training, empathic or reassurance skills are required.
Able to work without supervision.
Competent in the use of IT packages.
Proven interpersonal skills.
Evidence of competency in relation to nursing practices appropriate to the Post.

Desirable

Understanding of budget and financial control systems.

Other

Desirable

Please provide a contact telephone number.

Experience

Essential

Significant experience as a Band 5 nurse in critical care.
Experience of leading a team.
Evidence of innovation in practice.
Experience of co-ordinating a team in caring for patients from admission to discharge.
Expertise within the Speciality.

Desirable

Experience of line-management of staff.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Current NMC Registration (Level 1 Adult nurse).
Degree in Nursing studies or healthcare-related subject or evidence of currently working towards this (UK equivalent).
Mentorship certificate/Practice Assessor training or demonstrable equivalent experience.
Completion of National Competency Framework for Registered Nurses in Adult Critical Care, Steps 1, 2 and 3.
Post-registration qualification Critical Care Course which meets the requirements of the National Standards for Adult Critical Care Nurse Education.

Desirable

Management and leadership training.
ILM qualification.
History taking and Physical Assessment/Clinical Skills Course.

Physical Skills

Essential

Ability to assist patients to move as per Trust Moving and Handling Policy.

Skills & Knowledge

Essential

Awareness of national Health and Social Care policy.
Knowledge of best practice in area of specialism.
Competent in the delivery of RRT or evidence of working towards.
Thorough understanding of expanded roles/professional practice issues.
Clinical teaching experience.
Ability to provide and receive complex, sensitive or contentious information, where persuasive, motivational, negotiating, training, empathic or reassurance skills are required.
Able to work without supervision.
Competent in the use of IT packages.
Proven interpersonal skills.
Evidence of competency in relation to nursing practices appropriate to the Post.

Desirable

Understanding of budget and financial control systems.

Other

Desirable

Please provide a contact telephone number.

Experience

Essential

Significant experience as a Band 5 nurse in critical care.
Experience of leading a team.
Evidence of innovation in practice.
Experience of co-ordinating a team in caring for patients from admission to discharge.
Expertise within the Speciality.

Desirable

Experience of line-management of staff.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.