Charge Nurse Paediatric Ward - Band 6 (Internal Only)

Job overview

**This position is open to staff working at the Trust in the ‘ECT Family’ this includes current East Cheshire NHS Trust employees, both NHSP and ECT bank staff, ISS staff and volunteers at the Trust. Unfortunately, we cannot accept applications from applicants not listed within these groups.**

The role of the Charge Nurse is to support, contribute to and assist the Ward Manager in the leadership and the management of the Children’s Unit. The Charge Nurse will support the Ward Manager in the development, monitoring and implementation of high quality, evidence-based clinical care to ensure that continuity of service provision and standards are maintained and improved.

Hours per week: 26.00

We welcome applications from Graduate visa holders; it is important to note that you must have a minimum of 6 months before this expires at the start of your employment for training and operational reasons.

Non-UK or Irish applicants should check their visa and this role’s eligibility for sponsorship before applying. For further information please visit Visas and immigration - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

Please be advised we are unable to provide Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship to non-UK residents.

Main duties of the job

To support the Ward Manager in leading and co-ordinating the Unit Team to ensure that timely and efficient admission/transfer and discharge of patients whilst maintaining patient safety

Develop and strengthen the skills of the team to ensure effective communication skills are maintained by liaising with the Ward Manager, Multi-Disciplinary Team, other health professionals, patients and their families/carers, leading by example.

To participate and proactively support an awareness of audit, research and contribute in service developments.

To contribute and take an active lead as delegated by the Ward Manager in maintaining patient safety,  undertaking clinical risk assessments and utilising the clinical incident reporting system and ensuring clinical staff are provided with feedback.

Demonstrate a high level of evidence-based, core clinical competencies, knowledge and skills that are commensurate with the post and act as a clinical expert within own sphere of specialty.

To act as the patient advocate; Promoting children and young people’s equality, diversity and rights.

Promote the health of children, young people and their families through appropriate support and education.  Participate in relevant projects and programmes designed to promote health and well being.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.

Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.

As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage Careers :: East Cheshire NHS Trust for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).

We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application. While this is not discouraged, it is essential to personalise this information, particularly your supporting information section as these tools cannot fully grasp the context or requirements of the job you’re applying for. We kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role. Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process and being a member of East Cheshire NHS Trust.

Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.

We look forward to receiving your application.