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Deputy Sister/Charge Nurse - Moreton Ward

Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
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Location
Salary
£37,338 - £44,962 Pro Rata Per Annum
Profession
Nurse (adult and children)
Grade
Band 6
Deadline
24 Apr 2025
Contract Type
Permanent
Posted Date
10 Apr 2025

Job overview

Are you a dynamic and focused staff nurse ready to take the next step in your career progression with a particular interest in acute medicine and wish to develop  senior clinical/ managerial skills ? If so, we would love for you to come and join our developing multidisciplinary team.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 Deputy Sister/Deputy Charge nurse to join the team on Moreton Ward.

The 26 bedded unit primarily cares for patients with Respiratory conditions. We take patients directly from the Emergency Department as well as patients who step down from ITU. The ward also cares for patients requiring non-invasive ventilation, hi flo oxygen and chest drains.

You would be joining us at such an exciting time in an area that will give you the chance to quickly expand your knowledge in a supportive environment.

Main duties of the job

The role will involve:

  • To work with the team to maintain and contribute to the efficient running of the department and to deputise in the absence of the Senior Sister. Patient care and flow whilst taking responsibility for the department during these times. assessment and care required to support each patient in the initial stages of their care pathway by providing clinical leadership, professional advice and clinical expertise.
  • To work proactively with the Clinical Site Team, Emergency Department, and all other areas to ensure patient flow is facilitated and optimised.
  • To ensure the assessment areas are protected and fully functional as such, at all times unless directed otherwise by exec team in times of escalation. plan/ coordinate the unit incorporating suitable  pathways.
  • To ensure patient safety remains paramount at all times and undertake/supervise all relevant assessment and related documentation, i.e.: DOLs, Cause for concern
  • To lead a team of staff with regards to appraisals, sickness management, training and development plans.

You will be supported by a welcoming and experienced multidisciplinary team.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.

Please contact us at [email protected] if you are unable to view or download the attachment.

For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.