Job summary University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us. Please see below for a detailed job description for the role. Main duties of the job We are looking for a strong leader and a highly motivated Sister/Charge nurse with excellent communication skills and a real passion for nursing to join our Trauma ward (F2). The role requires a close working relationship with the multi-professional team to ensure that evidenced based quality care is delivered with compassion to every patient. F2 is a 26 bedded trauma ward and we provide exemplary care to our patients during what can be a very stressful time. We deal with simple trauma through to complex poly trauma. We have a diverse workforce with a combination of staff who have been on F2 for many years as well as newly qualified staff just starting in their careers. Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting. For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the 'Job Description and Main Responsibilities' section below. To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached. About us As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. All non-clinical roles may involve a mixture of on site and remote working, Specific details and flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme. Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted. Specific to this role we are open to discussing flexibility in the hours that you work. Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you need, and we will explore what's possible for the role and service. Date posted 21 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year Per Annum (PA) Pro Rata Contract Secondment Working pattern Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working Reference number 188-SNM190125 Job locations Southampton General Hospital Southampton SO16 6YD Job description Job responsibilities What youll do As the successful post holder your skills as a senior role model will be pivotal in supporting the personal and professional development of the ward nursing team with the support of your ward leader. You will ensure that quality agendas are being met, making certain that your team are delivering safe, effective, timely care in a caring and supportive way. You would be working in conjunction with the consultant body, nurse practitioners and care group management teams, delivering of established patient pathways whilst assisting with new and innovative approaches to patient care. What were looking for The Sisters role requires a close working relationship with the multi-professional team to ensure that evidenced based quality care is delivered with compassion to every patient. You will be required to have high clinical standards with a passion to make a difference for patients and staff alike. It is essential that you are good at promoting cooperation, building teams, and developing people for the future, as well as focusing on your own professional growth. We are committed to supporting your career development, recognising its importance in delivering a quality service, and offer our staff a variety of opportunities for career progression. Our education, training and development teamwork alongside teams in practice to deliver formal teaching sessions, study days, provide guidance on academic pathways as well as advice on career planning and staff will be expected to attend if and when required. Job description Job responsibilities What youll do As the successful post holder your skills as a senior role model will be pivotal in supporting the personal and professional development of the ward nursing team with the support of your ward leader. You will ensure that quality agendas are being met, making certain that your team are delivering safe, effective, timely care in a caring and supportive way. You would be working in conjunction with the consultant body, nurse practitioners and care group management teams, delivering of established patient pathways whilst assisting with new and innovative approaches to patient care. What were looking for The Sisters role requires a close working relationship with the multi-professional team to ensure that evidenced based quality care is delivered with compassion to every patient. You will be required to have high clinical standards with a passion to make a difference for patients and staff alike. It is essential that you are good at promoting cooperation, building teams, and developing people for the future, as well as focusing on your own professional growth. We are committed to supporting your career development, recognising its importance in delivering a quality service, and offer our staff a variety of opportunities for career progression. Our education, training and development teamwork alongside teams in practice to deliver formal teaching sessions, study days, provide guidance on academic pathways as well as advice on career planning and staff will be expected to attend if and when required. Person Specification Trust Values Essential Patients First Always Improving Working Together Skills and competencies Essential Microsoft Office skills Communication Problem solving Delegation Leadership General IT skills Prioritisation Working under pressure Qualifications, knowledge and experience Essential Qualified Nurse (Degree/Diploma) Registered nurse on appropriate part of the register Significant post registration experience / qualification / training, including experience and knowledge within relevant speciality Ward management experience Knowledge of current issues within acute Health Service Experience in an acute hospital setting Provide evidence of supporting / managing a range of learners in practice Provide evidence of supporting colleagues to promote effective learning in practice Commitment to continuing professional development Ability to demonstrate clinical decision making and judgement Commitment to the post and Care Group responsibilities Commitment to continuing professional development Desirable Experience in handling adverse events and complaints Appraisal skills Act in the role of Practice Assessor or supporting the progression of learners / supporting challenges as needed Some insight into budget management Person Specification Trust Values Essential Patients First Always Improving Working Together Skills and competencies Essential Microsoft Office skills Communication Problem solving Delegation Leadership General IT skills Prioritisation Working under pressure Qualifications, knowledge and experience Essential Qualified Nurse (Degree/Diploma) Registered nurse on appropriate part of the register Significant post registration experience / qualification / training, including experience and knowledge within relevant speciality Ward management experience Knowledge of current issues within acute Health Service Experience in an acute hospital setting Provide evidence of supporting / managing a range of learners in practice Provide evidence of supporting colleagues to promote effective learning in practice Commitment to continuing professional development Ability to demonstrate clinical decision making and judgement Commitment to the post and Care Group responsibilities Commitment to continuing professional development Desirable Experience in handling adverse events and complaints Appraisal skills Act in the role of Practice Assessor or supporting the progression of learners / supporting challenges as needed Some insight into budget management 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 University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust Address Southampton General Hospital Southampton SO16 6YD Employer's website https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)