Charge Nurse

Job overview

If you love a challenge, have a passion to support others or are simply looking for a new opportunity then HPFT's Specialist Learning Disability Services are waiting to hear from you.

Elm Ward, Kingsley Green is an 8 bedded Assessment and Treatment Unit for people with Learning Disabilities and is looking for caring and compassionate Nurses to come and join our team.

As our new Charge nurse, you will be welcomed into a safe and reassuring team, who inspire and encourage one another in being the best version of themselves for the benefit of those we care for.

Main duties of the job

This is a challenging but exciting opportunity that will enable development in specific skills such leadership and communication. This opportunity will be perfect for someone who is looking to work in a rewarding environment where no two days are the same.

Under the direction of the Team Leader, you will provide comprehensive professional and effective leadership, as well as clinical advice and expertise. Working hours involve shifts, including some nights, weekends and bank holidays.

Our service-users are our number one priority, and the multidisciplinary staff team are committed to creating a safe, supportive environment in which we can deliver the best quality care.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

In your new role you will:

• Take charge of the unit in the absence of the Team Leader and should instruct\demonstrate knowledge and skills to junior staff
• Identify the individual care needs of allocated service users, plan, implement and evaluate all care programmes in conjunction with the unit’s nursing team and the MDT
• Participate in ward rounds, case conference and other meetings and will prepare reports on service users as required.

For more detailed information on the position, please access the Job Description and Person Specification documents provided.