Job summary Step into Leadership - Make a Difference in Critical Care Are you an experienced critical care nurse ready to elevate your career with a Deputy Sister/Charge Nurse role? We're seeking a motivated leader who thrives in a fast-paced, supportive environment, eager to take on new challenges while continuing to develop both clinical and leadership skills. In this role, you'll have the chance to grow within a structured framework, with ongoing opportunities for clinical learning and leadership development. As a critical care-qualified nurse, you'll bring your expertise in communication, staff development, and proactive clinical improvement to this vital team. This role includes a flexible rotation of night shifts, day shifts, and weekends to meet the needs of our service. We seek individuals who are not only clinically skilled but also innovative in developing practices that benefit our patients and team. If you're ready to bring your leadership talents and passion for critical care to a new level, we would love to hear from you. Main duties of the job Key Responsibilities: Maintain and promote high standards of care, aligning with both Trust and National guidelines. Ensure patients' rights, dignity, and confidentiality are upheld at all times. Actively contribute to staff training and development, sharing your knowledge and skills with junior colleagues. Lead by example as a positive and professional role model, fostering an environment of motivation and excellence. About us We are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in our workforce and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, with a special focus on welcoming individuals from disabled, Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities, as well as those from our local area. In line with our dedication to employee support, we offer a variety of benefits. For more information, please see the attached staff benefits leaflet. We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees feel valued and empowered to excel in their roles. Join us and become part of a team dedicated to making a positive difference in our community. Date posted 10 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 176-S-6978156 Job locations Hinchingbrooke Hospital Hinchingbrooke Park Huntingdon PE29 6NT Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the job description and person specification for more information regarding the role. Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the job description and person specification for more information regarding the role. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered General Nurse Evidence of ongoing professional development An accredited Intensive Care Course Mentorship Course Desirable Relevant Degree Experience Essential Minimum 2 yrs. Critical Care experience Some Management and leadership experience Staff development, teaching and appraisals Desirable Experience in other specialities e.g. renal, other specialist units Skills Essential Patient focused care Able to teach/ supervise others and mentor junior members of staff Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered General Nurse Evidence of ongoing professional development An accredited Intensive Care Course Mentorship Course Desirable Relevant Degree Experience Essential Minimum 2 yrs. Critical Care experience Some Management and leadership experience Staff development, teaching and appraisals Desirable Experience in other specialities e.g. renal, other specialist units Skills Essential Patient focused care Able to teach/ supervise others and mentor junior members of staff 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 North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust Address Hinchingbrooke Hospital Hinchingbrooke Park Huntingdon PE29 6NT Employer's website https://www.nwangliaft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)