Band 6 Sister

Job summary

Main duties of the job

As a Band 6 sister /charge nurse you will promote high quality patient care, display professionalism at all times, and uphold the Trusts values and behaviours. You will also be able to demonstrate that you are an influential role model in promoting and maintaining high standards and positive changes on the ward, and by supporting and encouraging a positive culture and work environment.

The band 6 role also involves supporting the ward manager by assisting with appraisals, audits and participating in sickness and absence management.

This is a great opportunity to expand your professional development within a friendly and supportive team.

Job responsibilities

We are an acute trust caring for over one million people in Wakefield and Kirklees. Our 10,000 staff members work in patients homes, the community, and our three hospitals in Pontefract, Dewsbury, and Pinderfields (Wakefield). Committed to continuous improvement, we prioritise our people and values so we can deliver excellent patient experience. Our team is friendly, passionate and always seeking better ways to work through research and innovation. We support work-life balance and foster a diverse, inclusive environment where everyone belongs. Our staff networks offer safe spaces for honest conversations and to share ideas, thoughts and concerns so we can increase awareness and appreciation of equality, diversity, and inclusion. As a member of the team, you will have access to the NHS pension plan, a generous holiday allowance, employee health and wellbeing services and extensive benefits and support. These include onsite nurseries, childcare vouchers,home electronics schemes, working carers support, carer-friendly policies, and more. If you value caring, high standards, improvement, and respect, join the MY team to make a difference every day.