Job overview
Ward A29 Right is looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Band 6 Deputy Leader to join our friendly and supportive team.
Ward A29 Right is part of Older Persons Services (OPS). We are a 26 bedded medical ward who aim to provide the highest standard of patient care. We place value on staff development and training and have a welcoming and positive working environment.
Do you have a passion and enthusiasm to provide excellent care to acutely unwell medical patients within Older Persons Services? Would you like to work as part of a ward that value team work and are passionate about providing safe and effective patient care?
If this sounds like the kind of team you would like to be part of, we would love to hear from you.
This post offers the successful candidate incredible opportunity for career development as well as making an impressive impact on the unique service we provide.
This role required NMC Registration
Based at : Royal Bournemouth Hospital
Interview Date: 25th June 2026
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be responsible for the co-ordination of flow, patient safety and staff on the ward.
You will be able to demonstrate a high level of knowledge and skills including being proficient in extended clinical roles expected in the care of the acute patient. As the Deputy Sister/Charge Nurse it is expected you can make justified decisions in the absence of the Sister, and partake in holding the medical bleep, including bed meetings and safe staffing.
You will need to be able to work well under pressure and build strong and effective communication links with the Clinical Site Team, Emergency Department, Management and the Multi-Disciplinary Teams, including the management and escalation of the “Stranded Patient”.
You will organise and be responsible for staff appraisal, training, support and development for staff on the ward.
Additionally, you will be responsible for addressing and resolving complaints, sickness management and adverse incidents.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert.
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This advert is for Deputy Sister/Charge Nurse with University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust in Poole, South West, England. It is listed as a Band 6 Nurse (adult and children) role. The advertised salary is £39,959 - £48,117 pa. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 18 Jun 2026.
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