Job overview
We have an exciting development opportunity for a qualified nurse to join our busy MADU team. We are looking for a Junior Sister/Charge Nurse to join our Medical Acute Dependency Unit (MADU).
MADU is a 16 bedded unit and has facilities for full cardiac monitoring and non-invasive ventilation. We provide level one and level two care to patients with a variety of conditions from GI bleeds, DKA, type 1 and type 2 respiratory failure requiring non-invasive ventilation, heart failure, severe electrolyte imbalance, central lines and arterial lines monitoring, amongst others.
We are looking to appoint a dynamic individual with:
- strong interpersonal skills - experience in Respiratory, Acute Medicine, ED and or HDU/ITU Nursing - some managerial and team leader experience - enthusiasm for caring for acutely ill medical patients.
Are you ready for this exciting opportunity? Are you ready for a new challenge in your own development and career?
If so, apply now!
Main duties of the job
In partnership with senior multi professional colleagues, maintain and develop a flexible high dependency service that is able to respond to trust requirements.
To be responsible for the development and leadership of the clinical nursing team to ensure the highest standard of care is met in line with local and national recommendations.
To take leadership of the responsibility for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care within the nursing team on a shift-to-shift basis, responding in an advisory capacity to acute changes in patient condition.
To act as a credible clinical role model promoting a patient-centred approach to care, demonstrating advanced clinical practice skills and theoretical knowledge in caring for the complex needs of the critically ill patient.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For a full list of responsibilities and tasks associated with this role, please refer to the job description/person specification attached to this vacancy.
Person specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience in a High Dependency Unit environment with experience of caring for patients requiring NIV
Desirable
- Degree level registration
- ALS
Qualifications
Essential
- Current NMC registration.
- ENB 998 Teaching and assessing course or equivalent Mentorship preparation course.
- ILS
Desirable
- Degree level registration
- ALS
Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Good interpersonal skills with the ability to manage difficult / stressful situations
- Able to prioritise workload (self and others) and meet deadlines
- Leadership and influencing skills
- Time management and delegation skills
- Awareness of current professional nursing issues
- Ability to adapt to change within the working environment
Special Requirements
Essential
- Able to work flexible shifts, weekends and bank holidays as required
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This advert is for Junior Sister/Charge Nurse - MADU with Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust in Camberley, South East, England. It is listed as a Band 6 Nurse (adult and children) role. The advertised salary is £41,957 - £50,387 per annum incl HCAS. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 30 Jul 2026.
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