Ward Sister /Manager

Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust

The closing date is 06 May 2025

Job summary

An exciting opportunity for to work in our Community Hospital setting as a nurse Ward Manager Band 7 Full time vacancy. We welcome applications from already experienced band 6 's seeking further development. Gaining the responsibility for the management of rehabilitation programmes for patients while on the ward. She/he carries continuing responsibility for the comprehensive assessment of care needs, the development, implementation and evaluation of care programmes. Working to provide high quality holistic nursing care to our patients throughout their journey with the mutli -disciplinary team.

The ward is very friendly and welcoming, working with patients/relatives/carers to support safe discharges for the most appropriate locations for patient group. The post holder will be responsible for the day-to-day management of this 21 bedded ward.

Main duties of the job

To manage and take overall responsibility for care quality performance and clinical activity by providing professional nursing leadership and guidance, clinical advice and management in relation to the key : Patient safety andeffectiveness of all health care interventionsPatient experienceThe environment in which care is delivered. To ensure the delivery of a clinically effective service which meets the needs ofindividuals, families and communities in line with local and national development plans.

Trust policies and procedures.The post holder will carry 24 hour responsibility and professional and managerial accountability, which includes management of staff, budgets, quality and supervision, personal development and competency planning and monitoring, clinical audit, policy compliance checks etc.The post holder will provide good leadership and management, to develop and sustain a positive working culture.To ensure staff are trained appropriately to competently deliver the care required and ensure supervision and mentorship is in place.To be influential within the organisation and provide detailed advice to others To work collaboratively with other senior nurses across BHT.

About us

Why colleagues think we are "a great place to work!"

What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you?

As part of our BHT family, you'll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.

Alongside NHS benefits of generous annual leave entitlement and pension scheme, you'll have access to NHS discount schemes.

We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.

What do we stand for?

Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work.

Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time.

We are working hard to increase diversity at all levels within the trust. We believe a diverse workforce can have a positive effect on both staff wellbeing and patient outcomes.

We welcome applications from black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ candidates, candidates with disabilities and care-experienced candidates.

We are proud to achieve the Gold award for the Armed Forces Covenant and support applications from the Armed Forces Community. Please contact Pam.Daley@nhs.net (our Armed Forces Covenant Lead) if you would like guidance or assistance with your application.

We make employment decisions by matching our service needs with the skills and experience of candidates, regardless of age, disability, gender, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation.

Date posted

22 April 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

Depending on experience dependant on experience AFC

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

434-CR7093550

Job locations

Amersham

Whielden Street

Amersham

HP7 0JD


Job description

Job responsibilities

For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert.

If you are an internal applicant there is the option for secondment, all applicants must have the endorsement/support of their line manager prior to application.

If you have a disability that makes submitting this online application difficult and would like assistance, please contact us on bht.recruitment@nhs.net quoting the vacancy reference number.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert.

If you are an internal applicant there is the option for secondment, all applicants must have the endorsement/support of their line manager prior to application.

If you have a disability that makes submitting this online application difficult and would like assistance, please contact us on bht.recruitment@nhs.net quoting the vacancy reference number.

Person Specification

clear written application with clinical evidence

Essential

  • years of experience

meets full criteria for leading a clinical ward

Essential

  • two years band 6
  • leadership skill

Desirable

  • working with elderly patient group and complex discharge planning
  • working in with teams and evidence clinical

good communication skill

Essential

  • experience

Desirable

  • able to support clinically and mentor
Person Specification

clear written application with clinical evidence

Essential

  • years of experience

meets full criteria for leading a clinical ward

Essential

  • two years band 6
  • leadership skill

Desirable

  • working with elderly patient group and complex discharge planning
  • working in with teams and evidence clinical

good communication skill

Essential

  • experience

Desirable

  • able to support clinically and mentor

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

Amersham

Whielden Street

Amersham

HP7 0JD


Employer's website

https://careers.buckshealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

Amersham

Whielden Street

Amersham

HP7 0JD


Employer's website

https://careers.buckshealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


For questions about the job, contact:

Matron

Rose Kennedy

rose.kennedy@nhs.net

007795970002

Date posted

22 April 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

Depending on experience dependant on experience AFC

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

434-CR7093550

Job locations

Amersham

Whielden Street

Amersham

HP7 0JD


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