Senior Sister / Charge Nurse Jobs

Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Location:
United Kingdom, Swindon

Category:
Nursing

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

47810.00 - 54710.00 GBP / Year

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Job Description:

We are seeking a Senior Sister / Charge Nurse to join our Emergency Department Team. You will be responsible for supporting the Matron and their ward team in providing effective nursing leadership to a team of nurses ensuring the Nursing & Midwifery Council (NMC) code of conduct is at the forefront of the team's nursing care. In addition, the post holder will be required to work closely with the multi-disciplinary team in the provision of a high standard of individualised patient care, thus improving the patient experience. The position supports a clinical role in addition to the management of operational issues. The post will incorporate the provision of care to patients, their families and carers' in accordance with the philosophy and standards of care within the clinical area; in line with Trust policies and procedures, ensuring that values and beliefs are upheld. Additionally, you will demonstrate continuing professional development, reflecting individual needs, the needs of the team, and the needs of the organisation.

Job Responsibility:

Act as a clinical expert in their area of practice
Take charge or delegate to the ward team as necessary
Participate in the delivery of care to ensure the individual needs of the patients are met
Promote the development, implementation and review of standards policies, procedures and clinical guidelines
Assist in effectively leading and motivating staff in the provision of care and future service development
Promote evidence based clinical practice in performance improvement within the unit
Act as a resource in nursing practice throughout the specialities
Development and implementation of multi-disciplinary integrated care pathways for patients
Promote and deliver effective leadership within the clinical area
Demonstrate up to date knowledge and understanding of current issues and priorities that effect National, Trust and Directorate wide healthcare, to facilitate clear leadership and direction

Requirements:

NMC 1st Level registration qualification
Further training and experience to Masters level or equivalent
A teaching qualification
Evidence of post registration development
Significant post registration experience
Recent acute medical or surgical experience
Experience in leading, supporting and developing a team
Evidence of managing and improving the patient experience

Nice to have:

A management or leadership qualification
To have an awareness of up to date trust projects and issues

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
December 08, 2025

Expiration:
December 14, 2025

Work Type:

On-site work

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