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Job summary

Main area
Frailty
Grade
NHS AfC: Band 6
Contract
Permanent
Hours
  • Full time
  • Part time
37.5 hours per week
Job ref
223-SCN-745
Employer
The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
The Princess Royal Hospital
Town
Telford
Salary
£38,682 - £46,580 per annum pro rata
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
16/10/2025 23:59

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The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust logo

Sister / Charge Nurse - Frailty SDEC

NHS AfC: Band 6

Job overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an aspiring Registered Nurse.

We are seeking a passionate, enthusiastic, registered nurses to join and help lead our new  Frailty SDEC/ FAU service within Shrewsbury and Telford hospital trust  as a Band 6 Sister/ Charge Nurse.

The successful candidate should have proven leadership skills and be driven and enthusiastic and be dedicated to ensuring that good quality care is delivered to all our patients.

Main duties of the job

  • To function as a competent clinical practitioner within their designated clinical area. To deliver direct patient care whilst, co-ordinating and supporting other team members.
  • To be responsible for ensuring the delivery of clinical activities during their span of duty.  
  • To ensure that there is efficient and effective utilisation of resources to deliver optimum quality care to their client group. 
  • To deputise for the department  manager in his / her absence, driving forward evidence based practice and taking responsibility for the supervision of staff and the policies and practices that operate within their clinical area. 
  • To work flexibly to meet the needs of the service. 

Working for our organisation

Join us at The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust, where our passion for excellence drives everything we do.

We're on a mission to provide high quality, safe care to our patients, in an environment our incredible staff are proud to work in.

Our vision, 'To provide excellent care for the communities we serve,' is not just a statement; it's a promise we live by every day. Guided by our core Values - Partnering, Ambitious, Caring, and Trusted - we're determined to make a real difference in the lives of those who matter most: our patients and their families.

The department specialises in the assessment and treatment of  frail, elderly patients who are admitted to hospital via their GP or are referred from A&E. The department specialise in the care of older person, these patients typically have multiple medical conditions and often require specialist support at home or in care homes. 

Our new team will consist of a department Manager, Ward Sisters and a team of Registered Nurses,  Health Care Assistants and a Ward Clerk  who will closely with our establish Care of the Elderly team. 

We are striving to build a team who are passionate about the speciality and place the needs of the patients first. If you're ready to be part of a team that's dedicated to continuous improvement, come join us and let's make a difference together!

 

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.

Person specification

Experience and Knowledge

Essential criteria
  • Evidence of successfully co-ordinating, managing and leading the team on a day to day basis
  • up to date knowledge and understanding of nursing policy and practice relevant to speciality
  • high level clinical skills and knowledge
Desirable criteria
  • Experience in teaching and training staff
  • Post registration experience in relevant speciality

Skills and Abillity

Essential criteria
  • Ability to work and communicate effectively within a multidisciplinary team setting
  • Time management skills with ability to act on own initiative and and be both self directed and motivated in the work environment
Desirable criteria
  • Excellent interpersonal skills with professional credibility

Personal qualities

Essential criteria
  • Ability to inspire confidence in others, demonstrating strong leadership qualities and acting as a positive role model
  • Ability to work flexibly to meet the needs of the service

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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.

Documents to download

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Claire Davies
Job title
Matron
Email address
[email protected]
Telephone number
01743 261294

If you have problems applying, contact

Address
The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust
Shrewsbury Business Park
1 Douglas Court
Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY2 6LG
Telephone
01743 492402
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