Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust
About
The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people living across Greater Manchester. Our 20,000 colleagues care for people in hospital and in the community, working across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham and Salford, to save and improve lives.
As a large NHS trust we are committed to enhancing the health of our local population by delivering consistently high standards of care and working closely with local authorities and key partners. We believe in our power and potential to make a difference and we’re always looking for people who demonstrate our three core values - care, appreciate, and inspire to join our team.
In return, we can offer you a job role with purpose and flexibility. The size and scale of the NCA means we can provide more challenge and opportunities so your career can always be moving in the right direction. By joining us you can also access a competitive benefits package, including a fantastic annual leave allowance, flexible working opportunities, and protected hours for health and wellbeing activities, helping you to achieve more personal downtime and a better work-life balance.
Key details
Location
Site: Fairfield General Hospital
Address: Rochdale Old Road, Bury, BL9 7TD
Contract type & working pattern
Contract: Secondment: 9 months (Required to work long days, nights, weekends, and bank holidays)
Hours: Full time - 37.5 hours per week
Salary
Salary: £37,338 - £44,962 Per annum
Salary period: Yearly
Grade: Band 6
Job overview
Join Our Dynamic Team at Fairfield General Hospital
Are you a passionate and skilled nurse ready to take your career to the next level? We're thrilled to announce an exciting opportunity for a Band 6 Sister/Charge Nurse to join our vibrant nursing team in the Acute Medical Unit.
What We Offer:
* A supportive and collaborative environment that encourages professional development and growth.
* The chance to make a real difference in the lives of patients during their most critical moments.
* Opportunities to lead initiatives, mentor junior staff, and be part of groundbreaking medical practices.
Our management team is not just enthusiastic and driven; they empower you to shine. With us, you’ll have the freedom to showcase your brilliance while knowing you’re never alone. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive atmosphere where your ideas and expertise are valued, and where collaboration leads to innovation.
We are committed to your professional growth. Gain access to a wealth of in-house and external development opportunities designed to enhance your skills and knowledge. If you’re enthusiastic, motivated, and eager to drive advanced skills within a challenging yet exciting environment, you’ll be right at home with us.
As a knowledgeable professional, you will play a key role in nurturing junior colleagues, embodying the spirit of teamwork to ensure that every patient receives the best care possible. Your commitment to patient-centred care will be at the forefront of everything we do, and your collaboration with colleagues at all levels will help maintain our high standards.
We would love to meet you. Join us for an informal introduction where we can showcase our fantastic teams and give you a tour of our departments.
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration. This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Person specification
Qualifications / Experience
Essential criteria
* NMC registered
* Substantial post registration
Desirable criteria
* Evidence of having undertaken relevant further study or training as required for the post
* Recognised management or leadership qualification
Experience
Essential criteria
* Substantial experience at Band 5 or Equivalent within specialty
* Experience of managing a ward or department on a shift by shift basis
Skills/Knowledge
Essential criteria
* Good communication skills
* Leadership skills
* Evidence of the acquisition of relevant skills associated with the role
* Willingness to undertake relevant further study as required for the post
* Understanding of Clinical Governance and Health and Safety issues
Other
Essential criteria
* Willingness to work flexible shifts
Further details / informal visits contact
Name: Jennifer Dunn
Job title: Unit Manager
Email address: [email protected]
Telephone number: 01617782590
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