Job summary
Exciting opportunities have arisen for a Band 6 Sister/Charge Nurse secondment to join a fast paced exciting ward within the Division of Medicine and Long Term Conditions Team on Ward 29.
The Short Stay Ward is part of the Acute Care Group and supports the managements of patients with acute conditions and a length of stay of 3 days. The ward works particularly close to the Acute Medical Unit and Ambulatory Emergency Care to support admissions through the Emergency Pathway through the Division.
The ward can on a daily basis manage a high take of patients which brings the exciting fast pace to the unit with exciting opportunities. You will have the opportunity to participate in improvement programmes for the ward as well as inputting to change management as the Ward prides itself on setting and achieving high quality standards of care for their patients.
Main duties of the job
The Post holder will be the clinical leader for the unit for spans of duty. As the leader you will take responsibility for the clinical management of the unit and the provision of nursing care in conjunction with Senior Sister and Matron. He or She will assist in the supervision and education of qualified nurses and other staff in training.
On a daily basis, you will be required to undertake the provision of nursing care, working closely with all members of the multi-disciplinary team in what can be a challenging but overall very rewarding environment. You are supported by Ward Manager and Matron as you develop your clinical and managerial skills, knowledge and competencies in leading and supporting junior staff under the span of your duty.
You will need excellent communication skills, have a caring and compassionate nature, and demonstrate a willingness to learn and develop within your role as band 6 sister/Charge Nurse.
You must possess a wealth of experience within the field of acute medicine, or have been working in similar unit. Also to be able to support your colleagues in a team that work flexibly within the shift rotas to meet the demands of the service.
The Trust is committed to operating flexible working practices wherever possible.
Acts in a manner that upholds the values of the Trust and that of the professionensuring that service delivered contributes to supporting the principles of clinicalgovernance.
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About us
Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust provides integrated acute and community Healthcare in the West Midlands serving a population of 260,000 residents. Walsall Manor Hospital houses the full range of district general hospital services. The £170 million development was completed in 2010 and we are continually upgrading. Construction of the new integrated critical care unit was completed in 2018, extension of a Neonatal Unit and brand new, state of the art Emergency Department and acute medical unit which opened in 2023.
We are recommended by colleagues as a place to work which is supported by the trusts values to work as part of a team, being respectful, compassionate and professional. We are committed to investing in our workforce
RESPECT - COMPASSION - TEAMWORKPROFESSIONALISM
Job description
Job responsibilities
Undertakes the provision of nursing care with support from senior colleagues. May develop the skills and competencies to perform additional skills. Will assist in the supervision of junior nursing staff and, where applicable, the teaching of learner nurses. Will be required to participate in the implementation of audit and quality initiatives. Acts in a manner that upholds the values to the Trust and that of the profession.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Undertakes the provision of nursing care with support from senior colleagues. May develop the skills and competencies to perform additional skills. Will assist in the supervision of junior nursing staff and, where applicable, the teaching of learner nurses. Will be required to participate in the implementation of audit and quality initiatives. Acts in a manner that upholds the values to the Trust and that of the profession.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse with NMC
- Degree/ Diploma in Nursing
- Willingness to participate in further professional development and training
Desirable
- Qualification or training in acute care, clinical leadership, or a related specialty
- Completion of relevant leadership or management courses
Knowledge
Essential
- Significant post-registration experience as a Band 5 nurse in an acute setting (e.g., acute medicine, critical care, emergency department)
- Proven ability to manage complex patient caseloads, including acutely ill patients
- Demonstrated experience in mentoring and supporting junior staff and students.
Desirable
- Experience in change management or quality improvement projects.
Skills
Essential
- Advanced clinical assessment skills, including the ability to identify and act on deteriorating patients
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage, supervise, and motivate a team.
- Effective communication skills (written and verbal) with patients, families, and healthcare professionals at all levels.
- Competence in clinical skills relevant to the acute setting (e.g intravenous therapy, ECG, Venepuncture, cannulation, CVD)
- In-depth knowledge of acute medical conditions and current clinical guidelines.
- Knowledge of infection control, health and safety, and safeguarding procedures.
Desirable
- Strong understanding of clinical governance, risk management, and patient safety.
Other
Essential
- Compassionate, empathetic, and caring approach to patient care.
- Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Resilience and emotional stability to manage stressful and challenging situations
- Professionalism and commitment to patient confidentiality.
- Enthusiasm for professional development and learning.
- Time management and the ability to work effectively under pressure.
Desirable
- Flexibility to work shift patterns, including nights, weekends, and holidays
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse with NMC
- Degree/ Diploma in Nursing
- Willingness to participate in further professional development and training
Desirable
- Qualification or training in acute care, clinical leadership, or a related specialty
- Completion of relevant leadership or management courses
Knowledge
Essential
- Significant post-registration experience as a Band 5 nurse in an acute setting (e.g., acute medicine, critical care, emergency department)
- Proven ability to manage complex patient caseloads, including acutely ill patients
- Demonstrated experience in mentoring and supporting junior staff and students.
Desirable
- Experience in change management or quality improvement projects.
Skills
Essential
- Advanced clinical assessment skills, including the ability to identify and act on deteriorating patients
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage, supervise, and motivate a team.
- Effective communication skills (written and verbal) with patients, families, and healthcare professionals at all levels.
- Competence in clinical skills relevant to the acute setting (e.g intravenous therapy, ECG, Venepuncture, cannulation, CVD)
- In-depth knowledge of acute medical conditions and current clinical guidelines.
- Knowledge of infection control, health and safety, and safeguarding procedures.
Desirable
- Strong understanding of clinical governance, risk management, and patient safety.
Other
Essential
- Compassionate, empathetic, and caring approach to patient care.
- Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Resilience and emotional stability to manage stressful and challenging situations
- Professionalism and commitment to patient confidentiality.
- Enthusiasm for professional development and learning.
- Time management and the ability to work effectively under pressure.
Desirable
- Flexibility to work shift patterns, including nights, weekends, and holidays
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).
