# Sister/Charge Nurse - Endoscopy > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/sistercharge-nurse-endoscopy/afc4adce-f8e1-45f4-b58d-9206b7e27382 - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/sistercharge-nurse-endoscopy/afc4adce-f8e1-45f4-b58d-9206b7e27382.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **Employer:** Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust - **Town:** Walsall - **Region:** Midlands - **Country:** England - **Profession:** Nurse (adult and children) - **Grade:** Band 6 - **Salary:** £39,959 - £48,117 per annum pro rata - **Contract type:** Permanent - **Employment type:** Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Days/ Nights/ Weekends/ BH) - **Closing date:** 2026-06-09T08:00:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-05-26T13:22:28.469Z - **Source information URL:** https://www.healthjobsuk.com/job/UK/Birmingham_Black_Country/Walsall/Walsall_Healthcare_NHS_Trust/Band_Endoscopy_Nurse/Band_Endoscopy_Nurse-v7945984 - **Application URL:** https://apps.trac.jobs/job-advert/7945984?ShowJobAdvert=&feedid=9002 - **Employer website:** https://www.walsallhealthcare.nhs.uk ## Job Content ### Job overview An exciting opportunity has risen for a Band 6 Sister/Charge Nurse secondment to join a fast paced exciting ward within the Division of Medicine and Long Term Conditions Team within the Endoscopy department. The department can on a daily basis manage a high take of patients which brings the exciting fast pace to the unit with exciting opportunities. You will have the opportunity to participate in improvement programmes for the department as well as inputting to change management as the department prides itself on setting and achieving high quality standards of care for their patients. ### Main duties of the job The Post holder will be the clinical leader for the unit for spans of duty. As the leader you will take responsibility for the clinical management of the unit and the provision of nursing care in conjunction with Senior Sister and Matron. He or She will assist in the supervision and education of qualified nurses and other staff in training. On a daily basis, you will be required to undertake the provision of nursing care, working closely with all members of the multidisciplinary team in what can be a challenging but overall very rewarding environment.  You are supported by Unit Manager and Matron as you develop your clinical and managerial skills, knowledge and competencies in leading and supporting junior staff under the span of your duty. You will need excellent communication skills, have a caring and compassionate nature, and demonstrate a willingness to learn and develop within your role as band 6 sister/Charge Nurse. You must possess a wealth of experience within the field of Endoscopy or have been working in similar unit. Also to  be able to support your colleagues in a team that work flexibly within the shift rotas to meet the demands of the service. The Trust is committed to operating flexible working practices wherever possible. Acts in a manner that upholds the values of the Trust and that of the profession ensuring that service delivered contributes to supporting the principles of clinical governance. ### Detailed job description and main responsibilities Undertakes the provision of nursing care with support from senior colleagues. May develop the skills and competencies to perform additional skills. Will assist in the supervision of junior nursing staff and, where applicable, the teaching of learner nurses. Will be required to participate in the implementation of audit and quality initiatives. Acts in a manner that upholds the values to the Trust and that of the profession. ## Job Details An exciting opportunity has risen for a Band 6 Sister/Charge Nurse secondment to join a fast paced exciting ward within the Division of Medicine and Long Term Conditions Team within the Endoscopy department. The department can on a daily basis manage a high take of patients which brings the exciting fast pace to the unit with exciting opportunities. You will have the opportunity to participate in improvement programmes for the department as well as inputting to change management as the department prides itself on setting and achieving high quality standards of care for their patients. ## Job Description The Post holder will be the clinical leader for the unit for spans of duty. As the leader you will take responsibility for the clinical management of the unit and the provision of nursing care in conjunction with Senior Sister and Matron. He or She will assist in the supervision and education of qualified nurses and other staff in training. On a daily basis, you will be required to undertake the provision of nursing care, working closely with all members of the multidisciplinary team in what can be a challenging but overall very rewarding environment. You are supported by Unit Manager and Matron as you develop your clinical and managerial skills, knowledge and competencies in leading and supporting junior staff under the span of your duty. You will need excellent communication skills, have a caring and compassionate nature, and demonstrate a willingness to learn and develop within your role as band 6 sister/Charge Nurse. You must possess a wealth of experience within the field of Endoscopy or have been working in similar unit. Also to be able to support your colleagues in a team that work flexibly within the shift rotas to meet the demands of the service. The Trust is committed to operating flexible working practices wherever possible. Acts in a manner that upholds the values of the Trust and that of the profession ensuring that service delivered contributes to supporting the principles of clinical governance. ## Responsibilities Undertakes the provision of nursing care with support from senior colleagues. May develop the skills and competencies to perform additional skills. Will assist in the supervision of junior nursing staff and, where applicable, the teaching of learner nurses. Will be required to participate in the implementation of audit and quality initiatives. Acts in a manner that upholds the values to the Trust and that of the profession. ## Person Specification ### Other **Essential** - Compassionate, empathetic, and caring approach to patient care. - Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team. - Resilience and emotional stability to manage stressful and challenging situations - Professionalism and commitment to patient confidentiality. - Enthusiasm for professional development and learning. - Time management and the ability to work effectively under pressure. **Desirable** - Flexibility to work shift patterns, including nights, weekends, and holidays ### Skills **Essential** - Advanced clinical assessment skills, including the ability to identify and act on deteriorating patients - Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage, supervise, and motivate a team. - Effective communication skills (written and verbal) with patients, families, and healthcare professionals at all levels. - Competence in clinical skills relevant to the acute setting (e.g intravenous therapy, ECG, Venepuncture, cannulation, CVD) - In-depth knowledge of acute medical conditions and current clinical guidelines. - Knowledge of infection control, health and safety, and safeguarding procedures. **Desirable** - Strong understanding of clinical governance, risk management, and patient safety. ### Knowledge **Essential** - Significant post-registration experience as a Band 5 nurse in an acute setting (e.g., acute medicine, critical care, emergency department) - Proven ability to manage complex patient caseloads, including acutely ill patients - Demonstrated experience in mentoring and supporting junior staff and students. **Desirable** - Experience in change management or quality improvement projects. ### Qualifications **Essential** - Registered Nurse with NMC - Degree/ Diploma in Nursing - Willingness to participate in further professional development and training - Have significant experience within the Endoscopy department **Desirable** - Qualification or training in acute care, clinical leadership, or a related specialty - Completion of relevant leadership or management courses ## Documents - [flexible working document (pdf, 1.1mb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=2426) - [afc band 6 sister charge nurse jd endoscopy (docx, 359.2kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10225785) - [afc band 6 sister charge nurse ps endoscopy (docx, 348.1kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10227496) ## Agent Notes - This Markdown page is generated from the same Job Clerk job record as the HTML job detail page. - Use the canonical HTML URL for user-facing references. - Use the application URL when the user wants to apply on the source NHS site.