Sister/Charge Nurse

Job overview

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team.

Ward 4 is a high performing, forward thinking ward with a supportive Senior Nursing team .  You will be expected to uphold and ensure that high standards of care and professionalism are maintained at all times and be able to support the care delivery on a day to day basis. In return we offer excellent opportunities for you to develop your leadership and clinical skills.

Ward 4 is a care of the elderly ward which focuses on delivering a high standard of patient care whilst encouraging patient independence to enable discharge home or a suitable alternative when home is no longer safe or appropriate.

Main duties of the job

Applicants will need to be compassionate, dynamic, reliable and flexible with an ability to demonstrate strong leadership skills and demonstrable post registration experience in an acute hospital setting.

Applicants will need to have excellent clinical skills, knowledge and communication skills with exemplary standards of care.

Applicants will be a role model for the team and will motivate and inspire others to be the very best they can be.

Applicants will need to be able to work Days and Nights both during week and weekends

We require a strong and visible leader to support the Senior Sister with the on-going development of Ward 4, striving towards continued excellence of care for acutely unwell older people.

Closing date of applications: 19 May 2026

Date of interview:  2 June 2026

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

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