Job summary University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us. Please see below for detailed job description of the role. Main duties of the job There has never been a better time to join the Emergency Department Team at University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust. We have vacancies for B6 Sister/Charge Nurse to join the department on a permanent basis. The ED is a major trauma centre providing care to patients requiring a variety of services including major trauma, majors' assessment and treatment area and minor injuries. The department also has an enhanced care suite dedicated to those patients experiencing a mental health crisis. The ED prides itself on delivering high quality patient centred care in a fast-paced environment. The ED is an exciting place to work, great teamwork and multi-disciplinary working ensures that all new starters are made to feel supported and welcome. As you progress through your induction a vast array of learning opportunities are available such as triage competency, suturing, dementia champion, ALS, cannulation and venesection and trauma ILS. 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 01 November 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year Per Annum (PA) Pro Rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working Reference number 188-SNM481024 Job locations University Hospital Southampton Tremona Road Southampton SO16 6YD Job description Job responsibilities As a Sister/Charge Nurse you will be working alongside a dedicated and supportive team, to demonstrate clinical expertise and act as role model within the Emergency Department. You will be providing support and play a key part in supervising the nursing team on a day-to-day basis. You will contribute to the effective appraisal, development and recruitment of nurses. You will assist the senior sisters/charge nurses to ensure the highest delivery of care to patients. The Emergency Department operates 24/7, so some flexibility will be required to meet service needs. Job description Job responsibilities As a Sister/Charge Nurse you will be working alongside a dedicated and supportive team, to demonstrate clinical expertise and act as role model within the Emergency Department. You will be providing support and play a key part in supervising the nursing team on a day-to-day basis. You will contribute to the effective appraisal, development and recruitment of nurses. You will assist the senior sisters/charge nurses to ensure the highest delivery of care to patients. The Emergency Department operates 24/7, so some flexibility will be required to meet service needs. Person Specification Trust Values Essential Patient First Always Improving Working Together Qualifications, knowledge and experience Essential Qualified Nurse (Degree/Diploma) Registered nurse on appropriate part of the register Significant post registration experience, including experience and knowledge within relevant speciality Ward management/management of areas in ED 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 Ability to demonstrate clinical decision making and judgement Commitment to the post and Care Group responsibilities Commitment to continuing professional development Able to clinically prioritise patients using the Manchester Triage System Have completed Immediate Life Support and Paediatric Life support courses as a minimum Desirable Qualified Nurse (Degree/Diploma)Experience in handling adverse events and complaints Appraisal skills Significant post registration experience, including experience and knowledge within relevant specialityAct in the role of Practice Assessor or supporting the progression of learners / supporting challenges as needed Ward management/management of areas in ED experienceSome insight into budget management Skills and competencies Essential Microsoft Office skills Communication Self-motivated Problem solving Delegation Leadership Motivational Teamwork General IT skills Person Specification Trust Values Essential Patient First Always Improving Working Together Qualifications, knowledge and experience Essential Qualified Nurse (Degree/Diploma) Registered nurse on appropriate part of the register Significant post registration experience, including experience and knowledge within relevant speciality Ward management/management of areas in ED 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 Ability to demonstrate clinical decision making and judgement Commitment to the post and Care Group responsibilities Commitment to continuing professional development Able to clinically prioritise patients using the Manchester Triage System Have completed Immediate Life Support and Paediatric Life support courses as a minimum Desirable Qualified Nurse (Degree/Diploma)Experience in handling adverse events and complaints Appraisal skills Significant post registration experience, including experience and knowledge within relevant specialityAct in the role of Practice Assessor or supporting the progression of learners / supporting challenges as needed Ward management/management of areas in ED experienceSome insight into budget management Skills and competencies Essential Microsoft Office skills Communication Self-motivated Problem solving Delegation Leadership Motivational Teamwork General IT skills 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 University Hospital Southampton Tremona Road Southampton SO16 6YD Employer's website https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)