Job overview
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will be responsible for the daily smooth running of the ward from admission to discharge. They will ensure safe care staffing standards are adhered to with safety, infection control, governance, audits, staff support and development addressed on a daily basis.
The successful candidate will co-ordinate patient care, attend ward rounds, liase with support teams and therapists and communicate effectively with all members of the ward team.
ROH is a teaching hospital. We support students from all allied health professions.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
To assist the ward manager/senior charge nurse in the responsibility of the delivery, standards and management of patient care on the ward or department. To provide guidance, support and clinical leadership to the clinical team, while working closely with Senior Sister/ senior charge nurse toensure effective use of ward and departmental resources. The Band 6 will be expected to deputise for the Senior Sister/ Senior Charge Nurse in their absence and to support and educate junior staff within the clinical area.
Person specification
Knowledge
Essential
- Demonstrate a knowledge of duties required for the post
Experience
Essential
- Substantial/Significant experience required as a Band 5 staff nurse
- Evidence of continued professional development
Desirable
- Experience at senior staff nurse level
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered nurse with current NMC registration
- Diploma /degree level nursing qualification. Willingness to complete post graduate orthopaedic nursing course
Desirable
- Evidence of post graduate professional development
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This advert is for Sister, Charge Nurse Band 6 with The Royal Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust in Birmingham, Midlands, England. It is listed as a Band 6 Nurse (adult and children) role. The advertised salary is £39,959 - £48,117 per annum pro rata if part time. The contract type is Secondment: 12 months. The application deadline is 01 Jul 2026.
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