Sister/Charge Nurse-Palm Ward
The closing date is 17 February 2026
Job summary
This position will not be supported for visa sponsorship. All applicants are expected to have valid right to work document to work in the UK when applying for this position
We are excited to be recruiting a Clinical sister / Charge Nurse to join Palm ward who shares our ambition and vision to continue to deliver 'good care' (As rated by the CQC) and has the drive to take us forward, by ensuring that the Trust continues to be the first choice for patients and our staff.
The Palm ward team is skilled, highly motivated and actively engaged with the multidisciplinary team to deliver high quality care. If successful you must be prepared to provide high quality evidence-based care and be proactive in adapting to meet the needs of our service. Effective communication skills and the ability to work efficiently within a team are integral to this role. Our unit recognises the importance of staff health and well-being and the support that is necessary to maintain it.
This is a unique opportunity to care for Respiratory conditions Giving you time to Nurse your patients with pride.
You will have previously completed courses in HDU, phlebotomy cannulation and mentoring, and have proven clinical experience.
Please Note that palm ward does care for AGP patients and that at times you will be expected to wear full PPE and be compliant with the trust PPE policy.
Main duties of the job
The post holder is responsible for providing all aspects of patient care through the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care. The post holder will assist and is expected to supervise junior staff and be able to teach qualified and unqualified staff
About us
We are committed to being an inclusive and diverse employer. We strive to employ people who reflect the communities we serve, and aim to create an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential. Whatever your race, ethnicity, belief, generation, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, disability or experience, you'll appreciate the opportunities we give you to work in an inclusive atmosphere. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences to build on the progress we've achieved to make our Trust diverse and the best place to work. We celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that help us overcome challenges and embrace new possibilities.
If you are considering applying for a role, please be aware that as an NHS Employee you may have contact with vulnerable service users. We strongly encourage that all of our staff are double vaccinated against COVID-19, in order to protect the health and safety of our staff and our patients. Your commitment will help us to put the safety and care of our patients first, as well as helping us to protect you and your colleagues.
Details
Date posted
03 February 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£40,617 to £48,778 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
252-7779641
Job locations
Darent Valley Hospital
Darenth Wood Road
Dartford
DA2 8DA
Employer details
Employer name
Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust
Address
Darent Valley Hospital
Darenth Wood Road
Dartford
DA2 8DA
Employer's website
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