Job summary
An excellent opportunity has become available, within Clinical Haematology, for an individual that is enthusiastic, self-motivated and a dynamic nurse leader to join Fletcher Ward, an 18 bedded nationally recognised transplant unit -JACIE accredited with pioneering treatment for adults with haematology malignancy including CAR-T, a specialist service for lymphoma, myeloma and other haematological malignancies. It has 3 TYA beds and the Nottingham transplant centre is one of the biggest in the UK.
We are looking to recruit a visible ward sister/charge nurse who is a professional role model dedicated to delivering high standards of care and gets the basics right, someone who loves to develop others to become excellent at what they do and wants to make a difference.
Main duties of the job
You will be self-driven, innovative with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. You will also be highly motivated with a desire to provide the highest standards of care, whilst demonstrating clear leadership. You will be accountable for the efficient and effective operational management of the ward, provide support and supervision of nursing and non-nursing staff; assist in maintaining and monitoring key performance indicators.
About us
With over 19,000 staff, we are one of the biggest employers in the city with a central role in supporting the health and wellbeing of our local population. We play a leading role in research, education and innovation.
Come and join our wonderful team at NUH. We are big believers in diversity and welcome new ideas to help develop our team in order to deliver world class healthcare to the vast patient populations we serve. With endless personal development opportunities available, at NUH we will endeavour to turn your job into a career!
We particularly welcome applications from people who identify as Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, or Disabled, as we are striving to be better represented at NUH.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information please see attached the job description and person specification for the role of ward manager.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information please see attached the job description and person specification for the role of ward manager.
Person Specification
Training and Qualifications
Essential
- Registered nurse part 1 of NMC register
- SACT competent
- BSC HONs degree in adult nursing or above
Desirable
- ENB 998 or equivalent teaching and assessing course
- Completion of LEO Course
Experience
Essential
- Significant post registration experience at band 6 level or above within a Haematology setting
- Leadership and management Experience
Desirable
- Experience of Audit/research
Person Specification
Training and Qualifications
Essential
- Registered nurse part 1 of NMC register
- SACT competent
- BSC HONs degree in adult nursing or above
Desirable
- ENB 998 or equivalent teaching and assessing course
- Completion of LEO Course
Experience
Essential
- Significant post registration experience at band 6 level or above within a Haematology setting
- Leadership and management Experience
Desirable
- Experience of Audit/research
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).