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Job overview
We are excited to announce a new opportunity for an experienced High Dependency/Critical Care Nurse to join our dedicated team as a band 7 Senior Sister/Senior Charge Nurse in our world class Adult Critical Care Unit at St Bartholomew’s Hospital.
HDU is a 12 bedded unit caring for complex cardiothoracic surgical, aortovascular, thoracic surgery, complex cardiology, endocrine and breast level 2 patients. We have one of the busiest Heart Attack Centres in Europe, ECMO and Oncology patients within our specialist centre. We have 50 critical care beds across 4 areas. The High Dependency Unit (HDU) is a fast-paced and an integral part of the critical care service.
Must be able to work a mixture of long days, bank holidays and nights to meet service requirements.
Main duties of the job
We are seeking an individual with a strong clinical background and well-developed leadership skills. The successful candidate will provide professional nursing leadership and clinical oversight across a range of services within HDU and ensuring high standards of care. The role involves coordinating and supporting patient pathways, while offering guidance and support to patients, families, and the multidisciplinary team.
To provide the highest standard of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of individualised, holistic patient care in conjunction with the inter-professional team.
As a proficient practitioner in HDU/critical care, the post holder acts as a professional role model and clinical teacher. They will also provide effective mentorship and supervision, participating in the education and training of nursing and non-nursing staff.
They will also take charge of the High Dependency Unit as required, liaising closely with the Matron with continuing responsibility.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional organisational skills, confidence in working collaboratively with colleagues at all levels and across professional groups, as well as the ability to work independently. This Band 7 role offers an excellent opportunity to lead and manage staff alongside contributing to service development, education, quality improvement initiatives, audits, and research projects in a fast-paced and rewarding environment.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.
We are dedicated to being an outstanding place to work and will work with you to get the best experience. We know flexible working is not a one size fits all and will mean something different to everyone. We are inclusive, so if you are interested in flexible working, please speak to the recruiting manager.
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.
Person specification
Skills
Essential
- • Evidence of proficient clinical skills in critical care Proficient in communication
- • Understanding of reflective practice and how it can be used
- • Evidence of critical thinking and initiative to solve problems and manage workload
- • Able to work in a changing environment and to actively support / promote planned change
- • Demonstrates effective team work skills
- • Basic computer skills
- • Flexibility Ability to respond to changes in a proactive way
Experience
Essential
- • Relevant critical care OR High Dependency experience 2 years Band 6 in critical care setting critical 5 years clinical experience post registrarion
- • Evidence of positive contribution to critical care
- • Experienced in advanced support of critical care patient at band 6 and above
- • Involvement in provision of adult critical care course
Qualifications
Essential
- • Registrant with NMC BSc/1st degree (health related) or equivalent qualification / training and experience Adult Critical Care Course or Equivalent Mentorship course
- • ILS / ALS provider Leadership programme or equivalent
- • Management qualification or equivalent experience
- • Specialist relevant clinical course
- • Evidence of continuing professional development Up to date knowledge of clinical speciality and evidence based practice
- • Knowledge of current NHS, professional and educational issues
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This advert is for Senior Sister/Senior Charge Nurse Adult Critical Care Unit (HDU) with Barts Health NHS Trust in St. Bartholomew's Hospital. It is listed as a Band 7 Nurse (adult and children) role. The advertised salary is £58,133 - £65,261 per annum inc. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 08 Sep 2026.
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