# Sister/Charge Nurse - EAU4

> NHS job listing from Job Clerk for Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust.

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## Summary

- **Status:** Live
- **Employer:** Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust
- **Location:** Torbay Hospital
- **Workplace type:** onsite
- **Profession:** Charge nurse
- **Grade:** Band 6
- **Salary:** £39,959 - £48,117 per annum
- **Contract type:** Permanent
- **Employment type:** Full time, Flexible working, 34.5 hours per week (Flexible working)
- **Closing date:** 2026-09-13T22:59:00.000Z
- **Posted:** 2026-08-28T11:41:43.100Z
- **Source information URL:** https://www.healthjobsuk.com/job/UK/Devon/Torquay/Torbay_South_Devon_NHS_Foundation_Trust/EAU/EAU-v8216166
- **Application URL:** https://apps.trac.jobs/job-advert/8216166?ShowJobAdvert=&feedid=9002
- **Employer website:** https://www.torbayandsouthdevon.nhs.uk

## Job Content

### Job overview

We are currently seeking a Band 6 Charge Nurse/Sister to join our team at the Emergency Assessment Unit (EAU). EAU4 is a fast-paced and welcoming unit that sees a high volume of patients requiring short-term (24-72) treatment. With a capacity of 24 patients, EAU4 operates under Acute Medicine and we are looking for a dedicated nurse to provide top-quality care to our patients.

We welcome applicants who are passionate and driven, ready to take on a new challenge in their nursing career. Depending on your level of experience, training and support will be provided to help you succeed in this role. This is a great opportunity to gain valuable management experience and further develop your clinical and professional skills with the guidance of our experienced Band 6 team and Ward manager.

As the Band 6 Charge Nurse/Sister, you will be responsible for overseeing shifts and providing support to the nursing staff. Join us at EAU4 and make a difference in the lives of our patients.

### Main duties of the job

Work as part of a team both on the ward as a band 6 Sister / Charge Nurse, but also with other multidisciplinary colleagues to ensure a seamless delivery of service

Co-ordinate the ward to maintain flow and the patients journey

Assess the care needs of the patients and their families. To support the team to develop, implement & evaluate the care to a high standard, whilst demonstrating a compassionate nature and maintaining patients dignity

Participate as a skilled member of the multi-disciplinary team

Act as clinical advisor on nursing issues to ensure a high-standard of care is maintained utilising evidence-based practice

Participate in direct care and to facilitate sound discharge planning

### Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Full Vacancy details can be found on the attached Job Description/Person Specification. Please refer to your suitability to the post in your supporting information from the role requirements or person specification.

### 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

### Knowledge & Experience

**Essential**

- Safe and competent practitioner aware of own limitations and needs
- Experienced in giving IV medications
- IT skills to include data entry, Microsoft word etc.
- Senior band 5 coordinating in an acute ward setting

**Desirable**

- Interest in Medical care

### Qualifications and training

**Essential**

- Registered Nurse with current NMC Pin number
- Proven relevant experience at Band 5
- Evidence of continual professional development
- Experienced in giving IV medications

**Desirable**

- Urgent Care knowledge and experience

### Requirements due to work environment/conditions

**Essential**

- Able to work flexibly across the 24-hour rota.
- Willingness to learn new skills
- Shift work

## Documents

- [sister/charge nurse jd&ps (pdf, 408.6kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10524137)

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