Job summary We are seeking to recruit a Band 6 Junior Sister / Charge Nurse. The candidate will be a motivated and experienced Critical Care Nurse who is dependable and dedicated to delivering the highest standards of nursing care, The working hours would be Monday-Sunday day shifts and night shifts on internal rotation full-time or part-time. You will be based on the ICU at the Royal Albert Edward Infirmary. The ICU is an 11 bedded unit, delivering the highest standards of Adult General Intensive Care. We're a small and friendly, mighty team. Please note: Candidates will only be shortlisted if they have a valid NMC registration. For overseas candidates wishing to apply for the job role and require immigration sponsorship, you can self-assess the likelihood of obtaining a CoS for the post on the GOV.UK website. This vacancy may close before the advertised closing date if enough suitable applications are received. Please note that applicants who have already received feedback they are unsuitable for the position need not apply, unless they have taken steps to strengthen their application, or gained further experience since that decision. Main duties of the job To ensure a high standard of care is delivered by the nursing team within the critical care environment through the provision of evidence based practice.Provide support to the unit manager and senior colleagues in the management and organisation of the unit.Provide clinical and managerial expertise.Play a key role in co-ordinating and developing the nursing team.To provide support to the unit manager in ensuring all staff comply with Trust policies and professional and legal standards. About us Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust are the proud providers of acute hospital and community services to the people of the Wigan Borough and surrounding areas. At WWL, we value our staff believing that 'happy staff, makes for happy patients'. We have a recognised track record in staff engagement, and living our values. WWL are committed to placing the patient at the heart of everything we do, and in the provision of safe, effective care that acknowledges and ensures dignity. With this in mind we are seeking to recruit people who share our values and beliefs. At WWL we value the benefits a rich and diverse workforce brings to our community and therefore welcome applications from all sections of society. Date posted 13 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum, pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number 302-25-6988359S Job locations RAEI Wigan Wigan Lane Wigan WN1 3PP Job description Job responsibilities See attached documents for a comprehensive overview, Manage the unit in the absence of the Senior Sister/Unit Matron in co-ordinating the activities of the ward team and deploying resources effectively. Implements best practice in patient flow, admission and discharge arrangements. Allocates staff according to patient needs, skill mix and individual learning needs of staff. Reviews and adjusts staff rosters in accordance with unit/organisational requirements. Arrange the reception, transfer and discharge of patients in accordance with the units policies and procedures as per Do5 service specification. Ensure that effective communication is maintained both within the unit itself and with other relevant external agencies or individuals to ensure the management of the service meets the demands. Organise own workload and adjust priorities in response to issues arising in the workplace. Recognise and respond appropriately to issues which require urgent or immediate attention, reporting to other members of the multi-disciplinary/management team as necessary. Deputise for the unit matron/senior sisters as requested at meetings and other events. Ensure compliance with policies, procedures and clinical guidelines for self and others. Provide support to organisation in maintenance of equipment to ensure quality control standards are met. Perform a comprehensive assessment of the patients nursing needs, plan, implement and evaluate care delivery in accordance with their individual health care needs and varying level of complexity. Ensure the accurate maintenance of records is compliant with legal, professional and organisational standards. Collect, analyse and evaluate information, report and act in accordance with unit protocols and guidelines. Maintain effective communication, both written and verbal with all professional colleagues, hospital departments and other agencies. Maintains good relationships through effective communication by addressing people regardless of discipline in a responsible and appropriate manner. Actively encourages, in an understanding and sensitive manner, the participation of the relatives in the planning and implementation of care. Work in close collaboration with members of multidisciplinary team to ensure that patient needs are met. Undertakes investigative procedures in accordance with unit guidelines. Interpreting and acting upon results as appropriate. Maintains safe administration of medicines, concordant with the NMC and trust policies. Supervise and direct the work of more junior staff by taking responsibility in ensuring that instructions regarding on-going patient care needs are followed. Recognise and respond appropriately to urgent and emergency situations. Responsibility to maintain their professional accountability through the practice of safe standards in compliance with the NMC Code of Conduct. Records and reports untoward incidents to the unit manager and in their absence, actively carries out steps to minimise further risk as advised.Communications and Key Working Relationships Ensure effective communication is maintained both within the unit itself and with other relevant external agencies or individuals to ensure the management of the service meets the demands. Maintain effective communication, both written and verbal with all professional colleagues, hospital departments and other agencies in co-ordinating the overall management of the patients needs. Maintains good relationships through effective communication by addressing people regardless of discipline in a responsible and appropriate manner Job description Job responsibilities See attached documents for a comprehensive overview, Manage the unit in the absence of the Senior Sister/Unit Matron in co-ordinating the activities of the ward team and deploying resources effectively. Implements best practice in patient flow, admission and discharge arrangements. Allocates staff according to patient needs, skill mix and individual learning needs of staff. Reviews and adjusts staff rosters in accordance with unit/organisational requirements. Arrange the reception, transfer and discharge of patients in accordance with the units policies and procedures as per Do5 service specification. Ensure that effective communication is maintained both within the unit itself and with other relevant external agencies or individuals to ensure the management of the service meets the demands. Organise own workload and adjust priorities in response to issues arising in the workplace. Recognise and respond appropriately to issues which require urgent or immediate attention, reporting to other members of the multi-disciplinary/management team as necessary. Deputise for the unit matron/senior sisters as requested at meetings and other events. Ensure compliance with policies, procedures and clinical guidelines for self and others. Provide support to organisation in maintenance of equipment to ensure quality control standards are met. Perform a comprehensive assessment of the patients nursing needs, plan, implement and evaluate care delivery in accordance with their individual health care needs and varying level of complexity. Ensure the accurate maintenance of records is compliant with legal, professional and organisational standards. Collect, analyse and evaluate information, report and act in accordance with unit protocols and guidelines. Maintain effective communication, both written and verbal with all professional colleagues, hospital departments and other agencies. Maintains good relationships through effective communication by addressing people regardless of discipline in a responsible and appropriate manner. Actively encourages, in an understanding and sensitive manner, the participation of the relatives in the planning and implementation of care. Work in close collaboration with members of multidisciplinary team to ensure that patient needs are met. Undertakes investigative procedures in accordance with unit guidelines. Interpreting and acting upon results as appropriate. Maintains safe administration of medicines, concordant with the NMC and trust policies. Supervise and direct the work of more junior staff by taking responsibility in ensuring that instructions regarding on-going patient care needs are followed. Recognise and respond appropriately to urgent and emergency situations. Responsibility to maintain their professional accountability through the practice of safe standards in compliance with the NMC Code of Conduct. Records and reports untoward incidents to the unit manager and in their absence, actively carries out steps to minimise further risk as advised.Communications and Key Working Relationships Ensure effective communication is maintained both within the unit itself and with other relevant external agencies or individuals to ensure the management of the service meets the demands. Maintain effective communication, both written and verbal with all professional colleagues, hospital departments and other agencies in co-ordinating the overall management of the patients needs. Maintains good relationships through effective communication by addressing people regardless of discipline in a responsible and appropriate manner Person Specification Qualifications Essential RGN ENB 100 or equivalent accredited Critical Care course Evidence of teaching/ assessing Evidence of continuing professional development since registration Critical Care National Competency Level 3 Desirable Critical Care National Competency Level 4 Experience Essential Experience of teaching/assessing/ supervising others in a clinical setting Demonstrable experience of developing a service following from own learning Experience of managing a team, in line with Trust policies, and developing them to enable them to achieve the goals of the service and the Trust Experience of managing resources effectively within budget constraints Experience of quality assurance, and ability to apply those principles within own service, through audit, risk assessment, incident reporting, and appropriate action planning Desirable Evidence of change management in clinical practice Experience of work as a link nurse Involvement in auditing standards of care on the unit Skills Essential Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Able to deal with "difficult situations" with tact and diplomacy Leadership/ Management skills Clinical teaching and assessment skills Desirable Audit / Research awareness Knowledge Essential A good foundation in critical care nursing Evidence of on-going professional development Knowledge of confidentiality and the data protection act Knowledge of risk assessment and effective risk management, including action planning Additional Essential Good record of attendance Flexible Speak English to an appropriate standard relevant to their role, i.e. with confidence and accuracy, using correct sentence structures and vocabulary, and without hesitation Person Specification Qualifications Essential RGN ENB 100 or equivalent accredited Critical Care course Evidence of teaching/ assessing Evidence of continuing professional development since registration Critical Care National Competency Level 3 Desirable Critical Care National Competency Level 4 Experience Essential Experience of teaching/assessing/ supervising others in a clinical setting Demonstrable experience of developing a service following from own learning Experience of managing a team, in line with Trust policies, and developing them to enable them to achieve the goals of the service and the Trust Experience of managing resources effectively within budget constraints Experience of quality assurance, and ability to apply those principles within own service, through audit, risk assessment, incident reporting, and appropriate action planning Desirable Evidence of change management in clinical practice Experience of work as a link nurse Involvement in auditing standards of care on the unit Skills Essential Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Able to deal with "difficult situations" with tact and diplomacy Leadership/ Management skills Clinical teaching and assessment skills Desirable Audit / Research awareness Knowledge Essential A good foundation in critical care nursing Evidence of on-going professional development Knowledge of confidentiality and the data protection act Knowledge of risk assessment and effective risk management, including action planning Additional Essential Good record of attendance Flexible Speak English to an appropriate standard relevant to their role, i.e. with confidence and accuracy, using correct sentence structures and vocabulary, and without hesitation 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 Wrightington Wigan & Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address RAEI Wigan Wigan Lane Wigan WN1 3PP Employer's website http://www.wwl.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)