Charge Nurse
The closing date is 20 July 2025
Job summary
As a valued member of our team, you will be responsible for the assessment of needs and the development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care. You will also be expected to ensure a high standard of nursing in the application of clinical nursing procedures and treatments including the custody, storage and administration of medicines.
We are proud to invest in you and support your journey...
*We will provide you with a robust and supportive welcome programme; including our local Ravenswood House Induction.
*During your first two months you have the option to sit down to discuss a career navigation plan and the different routes available to you.
*You can apply for up to 1000 of CPD funding to put towards additional training.
*You can apply to attend an "Introduction to Motivational Training" course provided by Bournemouth University.
Ravenswood House is a medium secure unit providing assessment, care and treatment for adults with serious mental illness or personality disorder who need to receive their care in a medium secure environment. Most of our patients have either committed a criminal offence or have challenging behaviour.
Main duties of the job
As a Charge Nurse you will take charge of a ward regularly and accept duties as delegated by the clinical ward manager. You will support the management of a ward including the deployment, supervision, teaching of staff/students and resources.
You will be responsible for assessing individual care needs and develop, implement and evaluate programmes of care as well as setting standards of care and you will take responsibility for the management, deployment and supervision of junior staff in the unit throughout the span of duty when on night duty.
About us
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a newly established organisation, combining the expertise and services of multiple NHS providers to deliver high-quality healthcare across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight.
With a dedicated workforce exceeding 12,000 staff and a footprint that spans more than 200 sites across Hampshire, we offer an extensive range of services, including mental health, learning disabilities, community, and physical health care, reaching diverse communities across urban, rural, and coastal areas.
We are committed to delivering care with compassion, accountability, respect, and excellence, ensuring that our patients and service users are at the heart of everything we do. By working closely with our partners, we're creating a forward-thinking, inclusive organisation that champions staff development, well-being, and collaboration.
Join us and be part of an organisation dedicated to delivering exceptional healthcare; where your skills and ambitions can make a real difference to the communities we serve, now and in the future.
Details
Date posted
04 July 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£38,682 to £46,580 a year Based on full time hours
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
348-SAC-8632
Job locations
Ravenswood House
Mayles Lane, Knowle
Fareham
Hampshire
PO17 5NA
Employer details
Employer name
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Ravenswood House
Mayles Lane, Knowle
Fareham
Hampshire
PO17 5NA
Employer's website
https://hiowhealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
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