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Job requirements
Requirements from the employer’s person specification. These describe the role, not your personal match.
Essential
13 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Knowledge
Understanding of professional accountability and the NMC Code.
- Knowledge
Understanding of the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care.
- Knowledge
Understanding of patient flow, discharge processes and operational management within an acute hospital setting.
- Knowledge
Knowledge of safeguarding, clinical governance, patient safety and risk management principles.
- Knowledge
Knowledge of infection prevention and control standards.
- Knowledge
Knowledge of digital healthcare systems and electronic patient records.
- Experience
Post-registration experience within an acute hospital setting.
- Experience
Experience within Trauma, Orthopaedics, Plastics, Surgery or a related specialty.
- Experience
Experience of leading or coordinating teams within a clinical environment.
- Experience
Experience of managing patient flow, discharge planning and operational pressures.
- Qualifications
Registered Nurse (Adult) with current NMC registration.
- Qualifications
Degree in Nursing or equivalent professional qualification.
- Qualifications
Evidence of continuing professional development relevant to the role.
Desirable
13 listedAdditional qualities the employer would prefer.
- Knowledge
Knowledge of trauma, orthopaedic or plastic surgery pathways.
- Knowledge
Knowledge of GIRFT principles and elective recovery programmes.
- Knowledge
Knowledge of quality improvement methodologies, clinical audit and evidence-based practice.
- Knowledge
Knowledge of workforce supervision, staff development and performance management processes.
- Knowledge
Knowledge of the Patient Safety Incident Response Framework (PSIRF) and patient safety improvement principles
- Experience
Previous experience as a Senior Sister/Charge Nurse.
- Experience
Experience within a Major Trauma Centre.
- Experience
Experience managing elective and non-elective surgical pathways.
- Experience
Experience of managing incidents, complaints or challenging situations.
- Experience
Experience of clinical governance, audit, quality improvement or patient safety initiatives.
- Qualifications
Trauma, Orthopaedic or Surgical Nursing qualification/course.
- Qualifications
University or Trust-based trauma, orthopaedic or peri-operative training.
- Qualifications
Practice Assessor qualification.
Job overview
We are seeking an experienced, motivated and compassionate nurse who is looking to take the next step in their leadership journey within our Orthopaedic and Plastic Surgery Ward. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team caring for patients undergoing a wide range of elective and non-elective orthopaedic and plastic surgery procedures.
As a Band 6 Sister/Charge Nurse, you will play a key role in supporting the Ward Manager to deliver high-quality, safe and patient-centred care. You will provide visible clinical leadership, act as a role model for junior staff and work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to ensure excellent patient outcomes and experience.
You will be responsible for coordinating the day-to-day running of the ward, supporting staff development, promoting a culture of continuous improvement and deputising for the Ward Manager in their absence. We are looking for an inspirational leader who is passionate about developing others, driving quality improvement and ensuring the delivery of outstanding patient care.
Main duties of the job
- Provide high-quality, individualised care for patients undergoing orthopaedic and plastic surgery procedures, working collaboratively within the multidisciplinary team.
- Deliver visible clinical leadership, acting as a role model and supporting the delivery of safe, effective and patient-centred care.
- Coordinate the day-to-day running of the ward, ensuring high standards of patient care, safety and experience.
- Support, supervise and develop junior staff and learners, promoting a positive learning and working environment.
- Deputise for the Ward Manager as required and contribute to quality improvement, service development and the achievement of ward objectives.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
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Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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This advert is for Junior Sister/Charge Nurse with Barts Health NHS Trust in London, England. It is listed as a Band 6 Charge nurse role. The advertised salary is £47,951 - £56,863 per annum inc. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 13 Sep 2026.
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