Sister/Charge Nurse

Job summary

Are you ready for progression?

Are you a visible leader?

Do you enjoy a fast paced challenging environment?

Do you want to help shape the future of acute oncology, haematology inpatient care at the Royal Derby Hospital?

There is an exciting opportunity to work within the cancer business unit as a ward Sister or Charge nurse.

We have an opportunities available on ward 301 which is an 18 bedded Acute Haematology Ward - 1 x permanent (37.5 hours)

We are looking for experienced Nurses who have the ability to demonstrate strong leadership skills and will thrive in our Acute Inpatient Department. You should also have demonstrable post registration experience in an acute hospital setting.

We are in search of a driven, compassionate and forward thinking person to join our team to support, lead and develop our staff and service users. This role would let you develop leadership skills and be involved in the implementation of change on the ward, to improve patient care and support your colleagues.

The role also enables you to work along side the Senior Sister and continue to be a clinical lead in delivering exceptional care on the ward. You will be supported in completing staff appraisals, supervision and having regular well-being conversations.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate would need to be motivated, engaged and demonstrate ability to proactively problem solve through an insight into leadership. Ideally possess skills such as administration of chemotherapy, triage, venepuncture and cannulation , although not essential as these skills can be worked towards through education and training. They will be expected to escalate concerns accordingly, support the ward and the business unit with safe staffing and co-ordinate the shift accordingly.

You will be required to participate in the rota for holding the bed phone, the rapid response phone and triaging unwell Haematology/Oncology patients out of hours.

In return we can offer you support and development within the team, an exciting and passionate workforce and opportunities to expand your haematology and oncology knowledge and clinical skill set.

In return we will offer:

• Development opportunities, including both professional and leadership development
• Support through every step of the way from recruitment to when you join our team and beyond
• Friendly, supportive and caring colleagues
• A variety of other staff benefits including employee assistance programme, discounted gym membership, onsite fitness classes, car scheme

Closing date of applications: 12 February 2025

Date of interview: 26 February 2025

About us

As a trusted organisation at the heart of our communities, we recognise the important role we can play in supporting the public, patients, our own people and local partners in achieving the best of health for the local population and the communities in which they live by providing Exceptional Care Together

Our fundamental Values of Compassion, Openness and Excellence underpin how we intend to work as a Trust and the associated behaviours are becoming embedded in all aspects of how we work.

In return we will offer:

• Development opportunities, both professional and leadership development
• On-going support from recruitment to when you join our team and beyond.
• Staff benefits including employee assistance programme, discounted gym membership, onsite fitness classes, car schemes

Key Facts:

• We see on average 4810 OP appointments a day.
• We are the 4th busiest Trauma & Orthopaedic outpatients department in England - an average of 2077 per week.
• An average of 1115 patients are seen in A&Es across our network every day - 3rd largest in the country.
• Our hospitals admit an average of 195 emergency patients daily.
• Last year we undertook almost 33,700 planned surgical operations in our 57 operating theatres.
• We are one of only 7 Trusts nationally with more than 50 operating theatres.
• We carry out more than 140 elective procedures each working day.
• UHDB is a research active University Hospital with a large and varied portfolio of clinical trials and research opportunities for all staff.

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Derby Hospital

Uttoxeter Road

Derby

DE22 3NE

Employer's website

https://www.uhdb.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

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Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Derby Hospital

Uttoxeter Road

Derby

DE22 3NE

Employer's website

https://www.uhdb.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

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