Junior Sister/Charge Nurse - David Marsden Ward

Job overview

We have an exciting opportunity on David Marsden Ward, a fast-paced, 24-bedded Neurosurgical Ward caring for acute neurosurgical patients. As a Band 6 Nurse, you will be expected to provide clinical leadership to the nursing team, actively support the Ward Manager in developing the service further and deliver a high standard of patient-focused care.

You will be enthusiastic and motivated, with demonstrable clinical experience relevant to the specialty. Previous experience in leading a team is desirable but not essential. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential, as is a relevant teaching qualification or equivalent experience.

In return, we offer the opportunity to work as part of a dynamic specialist nursing team in a modern environment, with strong peer support and access to outstanding educational opportunities — ranging from in-house training to degree and master's programmes.

Main duties of the job

• To demonstrate clinical expertise in the care of all patients receiving treatment in the ward/department.
• To act as a mentor to junior staff members, taking responsibility for their orientation, supervision, and ongoing development in conjunction with the Line Manager and Practice Development staff.
• To act as a team leader for an identified group of staff.
• To work within, and accept responsibility for maintaining, agreed levels of clinical competence.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

• To provide expert, holistic care of a high standard to both patients and their relatives within King’s College Hospital.
• To take direct managerial responsibility for the clinical area in the absence of, or as delegated by, the Ward Sister, Charge Nurse, or Head of Department.
• To assist in the leadership and development of an identified group of nurses within the ward complement.
• To act as a clinical resource within the ward and across the Care Group as necessary.
• To act as a positive role model to junior staff members.