Job summary
- Main area
- ED Adults
- Grade
- Band 6
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week
- Job ref
- 199-8252409-RB-MC
- Employer
- Croydon Health Services NHS Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Croydon University Hospital
- Town
- Croydon
- Salary
- £45,953 - £54,254 per annum Inc HCAS
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 11/10/2026 23:59
Employer heading
Junior Sister/Charge Nurse
Band 6
Croydon is a busy, exciting and diverse place to work. The borough has one of the youngest populations in London and continues to grow.
Croydon Health Services cares for local people at Croydon University Hospital, Purley Memorial Hospital and in clinics and people’s homes all across the borough.
We are a very close-knit and friendly organisation where everyone of our 3600 members of staff is valued. We strongly believe that our employees are our greatest asset and so through Listening into Action – our way of engaging staff - we empower everyone at any level to initiate and bring about real improvements in our care.
Join us and be a part of the team that is making Croydon proud. #choosecroydon
Job overview
We are currently seeking for Band 6 Sisters/Charge Nurses to join the Emergency Department at Croydon University Hospital. We are looking for registered nurses with experience working in an Emergency Department setting. Our commitment is to delivering outstanding patient care, and we are keen to recruit experienced, dynamic individuals who share our Trust values and will help ensure that every patient receives the highest standard of care.
If you are interested, please submit your application today.
Interview - TBC
Main duties of the job
The workload across the department is both diverse and engaging, ensuring that no two days are alike. The ideal candidate will be energetic, demonstrate exceptional communication abilities, and maintain a high level of professionalism alongside a strong commitment to collaborative working.
As a Band 6 Nurse, you will benefit from a thorough development programme, which includes a period of supernumerary status, as well as access to training and further education. You’ll be supported by the department’s dedicated education team and given every opportunity to develop your skills and advance your career as you work towards achieving RCN Competencies. We are committed to helping you perform to the highest standards, enabling you to triage patients safely and effectively, directing them to the appropriate services.
You will also have the chance to gain experience in every area of the Emergency Department.
Working for our organisation
Croydon Health Services NHS Trust provides hospital and community services across Croydon through a range of clinics and specialist centres. Formed in August 2010 from the integration of Croydon Community Health Services and Mayday Healthcare NHS Trust, we employ around 4,100 staff serving a diverse population of over 360,000 people.
Our main site, Croydon University Hospital, is one of the busiest in London. We are also leading the way in delivering more healthcare in community settings and people’s homes. Our district nursing teams, Allied Health Professionals and community matrons care for people of all ages across the borough.
Like the wider NHS, we are working hard to meet increasing demand. With the right people on board, we continue to innovate and transform our services to provide the highest quality care for local residents. We place strong emphasis on education, training and career development for all staff.
If you want to make a real difference, challenge yourself and be part of a Trust that’s shaping local healthcare, Croydon Health Services could be the place for you.
At Croydon Health Services NHS Trust, we are committed to supporting flexible working arrangements. Applicants are encouraged to discuss any flexibility they may need during the recruitment process.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
**Please refer to the job description and supporting documents for further information about the role.**
Person specification
Experience
Essential criteria
- Acute Hospital Experience
Desirable criteria
- Senior Band 5 or Band 6
Education
Essential criteria
- Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent
Desirable criteria
- Bachelor's degree, diploma or master's degree
ED Courses
Essential criteria
- Acutely Unwell Adult, Emergency Practice etc
Desirable criteria
- Mentorship or Leadership Course
Operations
Essential criteria
- HR and Business Operations Knowledge
Desirable criteria
- Sickness and Absence Policy etc
- Budget and Finance
- Rostering
Quality Improvement
Essential criteria
- Change and Quality Improvement Projects
Desirable criteria
- Link Roles
Professional Ethics
Essential criteria
- Ability to work under pressure
Desirable criteria
- Professional Behaviour
Employer certification / accreditation badges
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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.
Application numbers
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Ericson Lacebal
- Job title
- ED Matron
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 02084013000
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