Job overview

(Subject to job matching)

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced children’s nurse to apply for a Band 6 Role (Permanent – part time hours).  The successful applicant will need to be a team player with excellent communication skills and some staff supervision experience. The post holder will be expected to work rotational shifts, including night duties, weekends, and bank holidays.

Hours per week: 26

Please ensure that when completing your application form you can evidence that you meet the requirements of the job person specification.

For further information or an informal visit please contact - Clinical Matron Joanne Shippey on 01625 663759 or Senior Sister Claire Finley on 01625 661079

Non-UK or Irish applicants should check their visa and this role’s eligibility for sponsorship before applying. For further information please visit Visas and immigration - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)For Graduate visa holders; it is important to note that you must have a minimum of 12 months before this expires at the start of your employment for training and operational reasons.

Please be advised we are unable to provide Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship to non-UK residents.

Main duties of the job

The role of the Band 6 Sister / Charge Nurse is to support, contribute to and assist the Ward Manager in the leadership and the management of the Children’s Unit. The band 6 Sister / Charge Nurse will support the Senior Sister in the development, monitoring and implementation of high quality, evidence-based clinical care to ensure that continuity of service provision and standards are maintained and improved.

·         Maintain own NMC registration and personal portfolio in line with PREP guidelines and professional development.

·         To take lead responsibility with the support of the Senior Sister to facilitate and develop the Unit Team’s professional development needs to meet individual and organisational objectives.

·         To support the Senior Sister in leading and co-ordinating the Unit Team to ensure that timely and efficient admission/transfer and discharge of patients whilst maintaining patient safety

·         To support the Senior Sister in leading and co-ordinating the Unit in the early assessment and implementation of safe discharge planning, utilising appropriate resources and referral systems.

·         Assess, plan, implement, evaluate and deliver high quality, evidence-based care, including maintaining high standards of documentation, involving the children, young people and their families throughout the process.

Working for our organisation

We are committed to providing the best quality integrated care to our patients. To achieve this aim we need highly motivated staff who are united by common values and behaviours.

We believe our workforce is our greatest asset and we actively support our staff to develop their capabilities to the full, with a variety of learning and development opportunities.

Whether you are just starting out in your career or are looking to use your skills and experience in a new role, East Cheshire NHS Trust is the right employer for you. We look forward to you joining us so that we can bring out your best.

Please be aware that this post requires an Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check with barred lists, the cost of which is payable by the successful candidate. If you have lived or worked abroad for 6 months or more in the last 5 years you will need to obtain an overseas police clearance. Further information can be found on the additional information links at the bottom of the advert.