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Charge Nurse - Band 6 @ Royal Hospital for Neuro-Disability

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Situated within beautiful gardens and grounds, the Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability (RHN) is a leading national centre of excellence and one of the longest-running charities and independent hospitals in the UK.

Set in a stunning Grade II listed Victorian building, the RHN provides adult person-centred services across the entire care pathwayfrom post-acute rehabilitation to end-of-life carefor people with complex neuro-disabilities and their families. Underpinned by a strong research and education framework, the RHN is more than a hospital; it is a vibrant community where residents engage in music, art, and holistic support to achieve the best possible quality of life.

Job Title: Charge Nurse Band 6

Department:Specialist Nursing Home

Responsible to:Ward manager

Salary range:£41,489 - 54, 721 per annum (Band 6)-Incremental reviews take place on an annual basis

Contract Type:Permanent, Fulltime

Hours of work: 150 hours over a 4 week period (approximately 37.5 hours per week)

Location: Putney, Southwest London

Summary Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability

We are seeking a Charge Nurse who can support Ward Managers to help build a confident, high quality and caring team who are experts in their field. You will be responsible for championing and guiding a diverse range of nursing and health care assistant staff whilst working alongside other multi-disciplinary colleagues. Your key responsibility is to deliver a high standard of professional clinical care to patients and residents of the hospital. You will provide support for and deputise in the absence of the Ward Manager.

The Specialist Nursing Home (SNH) service provides person-centred care for adults with complex neuro-disabilities and long-term health needs following brain injury. The service supports residents who may require ongoing care or a short stay while awaiting appropriate discharge to home or a placement closer to their local community.

Care is focused on long-term condition management, maintaining health and wellbeing, and promoting dignity and quality of life within a safe and supportive environment. You will be responsible for assessing residents needs and contributing to the development, implementation, and evaluation of individualised care plans, working closely with the multidisciplinary team to support both ongoing care and discharge planning.

Key Responsibilities

You will work within agreed nursing standards and according to Nursing and Midwifery Council Code for nurses and be accountable for nursing outcomes. To provide consistent, clear, clinical and professional leadership and act as a mentor and preceptor for all staff demonstrating professional awareness and accountability in care. Manage direct reports effectively, delegating appropriately and holding them accountable for the delivery of specific objectives and targets, ensuring they meet the required standards in their current job whilst developing their skills and knowledge. Manage Datix and attend regular Incident Review Meetings to present lessoned learned and shared learnings from the ward. Ensure compliance to standards in respect of all legislative requirements, including but not limited to CQC, DSE, Fire, COSHH, BLS, Manual Handling, Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults, Information Security and Infection Prevention & Control.

Compensation Range

£41,489.00 - £54,721.00

Why the Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability is a great place to work:

Generous Annual Leave entitlement

Free counselling and therapy sessions and other mental wellbeing support through our partner CIC Wellbeing

Get involved in our free on-site wellbeing programs, including weekly yoga, and monthly pottery club (we are the UKs only hospital with its own kiln)!

Draw down a percentage of your monthly wages a few weeks early to help with unexpected costs.

Financial support services such as low-interest loans and help with savings accounts through our partnership with London Capital Credit Union.

Join our wellbeing networks to connect with people in our hospital; we have a Pride network, Womens network, and our Race Equality network. We also have heritage events to celebrate the diversity of our workforce most recently we had a South East Asian celebration.

Free on-site parking (rare in London!)

More benefits: Cycle2Work scheme, tech purchase support scheme, Blue Light Card discounts, and more.

Please note, to be eligible to apply for this role, you must have the Right to Work in the UK. We are unable to offer sponsorship to applicants currently.

RHN is a care provider for vulnerable patients at extreme risk. In consequence, safeguarding patients will always be our highest priority.

RHN is proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer that respects and values the differences of our people to achieve their full potential. If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to contact our Resourcing Team at [email protected]

The RHN recognise the importance in addressing environmental sustainability and we strive to contribute to reducing our carbon footprint.

We are proud to be Disability Confident Employer and we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from disabled people and will make reasonable adjustments to support you through the recruitment process and in the workplace.

We reserve the right to close this advert earlier than the advertised closing date if a sufficient response is received.

Main duties of the job

Situated within beautiful gardens and grounds, the Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability (RHN) is a leading national centre of excellence and one of the longest-running charities and independent hospitals in the UK.

Set in a stunning Grade II listed Victorian building, the RHN provides adult person-centred services across the entire care pathwayfrom post-acute rehabilitation to end-of-life carefor people with complex neuro-disabilities and their families. Underpinned by a strong research and education framework, the RHN is more than a hospital; it is a vibrant community where residents engage in music, art, and holistic support to achieve the best possible quality of life.

Job Title: Charge Nurse Band 6

Department:Specialist Nursing Home

Responsible to:Ward manager

Salary range:£41,489 - 54, 721 per annum (Band 6)-Incremental reviews take place on an annual basis

Contract Type:Permanent, Fulltime

Hours of work: 150 hours over a 4 week period (approximately 37.5 hours per week)

Location: Putney, Southwest London

Summary Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability

We are seeking a Charge Nurse who can support Ward Managers to help build a confident, high quality and caring team who are experts in their field. You will be responsible for championing and guiding a diverse range of nursing and health care assistant staff whilst working alongside other multi-disciplinary colleagues. Your key responsibility is to deliver a high standard of professional clinical care to patients and residents of the hospital. You will provide support for and deputise in the absence of the Ward Manager.

The Specialist Nursing Home (SNH) service provides person-centred care for adults with complex neuro-disabilities and long-term health needs following brain injury. The service supports residents who may require ongoing care or a short stay while awaiting appropriate discharge to home or a placement closer to their local community.

Care is focused on long-term condition management, maintaining health and wellbeing, and promoting dignity and quality of life within a safe and supportive environment. You will be responsible for assessing residents needs and contributing to the development, implementation, and evaluation of individualised care plans, working closely with the multidisciplinary team to support both ongoing care and discharge planning.

Key Responsibilities

You will work within agreed nursing standards and according to Nursing and Midwifery Council Code for nurses and be accountable for nursing outcomes. To provide consistent, clear, clinical and professional leadership and act as a mentor and preceptor for all staff demonstrating professional awareness and accountability in care. Manage direct reports effectively, delegating appropriately and holding them accountable for the delivery of specific objectives and targets, ensuring they meet the required standards in their current job whilst developing their skills and knowledge. Manage Datix and attend regular Incident Review Meetings to present lessoned learned and shared learnings from the ward. Ensure compliance to standards in respect of all legislative requirements, including but not limited to CQC, DSE, Fire, COSHH, BLS, Manual Handling, Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults, Information Security and Infection Prevention & Control.

Compensation Range

£41,489.00 - £54,721.00

Why the Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability is a great place to work:

Generous Annual Leave entitlement

Free counselling and therapy sessions and other mental wellbeing support through our partner CIC Wellbeing

Get involved in our free on-site wellbeing programs, including weekly yoga, and monthly pottery club (we are the UKs only hospital with its own kiln)!

Draw down a percentage of your monthly wages a few weeks early to help with unexpected costs.

Financial support services such as low-interest loans and help with savings accounts through our partnership with London Capital Credit Union.

Join our wellbeing networks to connect with people in our hospital; we have a Pride network, Womens network, and our Race Equality network. We also have heritage events to celebrate the diversity of our workforce most recently we had a South East Asian celebration.

Free on-site parking (rare in London!)

More benefits: Cycle2Work scheme, tech purchase support scheme, Blue Light Card discounts, and more.

Please note, to be eligible to apply for this role, you must have the Right to Work in the UK. We are unable to offer sponsorship to applicants currently.

RHN is a care provider for vulnerable patients at extreme risk. In consequence, safeguarding patients will always be our highest priority.

RHN is proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer that respects and values the differences of our people to achieve their full potential. If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to contact our Resourcing Team at [email protected]

The RHN recognise the importance in addressing environmental sustainability and we strive to contribute to reducing our carbon footprint.

We are proud to be Disability Confident Employer and we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from disabled people and will make reasonable adjustments to support you through the recruitment process and in the workplace.

We reserve the right to close this advert earlier than the advertised closing date if a sufficient response is received.

About us Situated within beautiful gardens and grounds, the Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability (RHN) is a leading national centre of excellence and one of the longest-running charities and independent hospitals in the UK. Set in a stunning Grade II listed Victorian building, the RHN provides adult person-centred services across the entire care pathwayfrom post-acute rehabilitation to end-of-life carefor people with complex neuro-disabilities and their families. Underpinned by a strong research and education framework, the RHN is more than a hospital; it is a vibrant community where residents engage in music, art, and holistic support to achieve the best possible quality of life.

Job description Job responsibilities

Situated within beautiful gardens and grounds, the Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability (RHN) is a leading national centre of excellence and one of the longest-running charities and independent hospitals in the UK.

Set in a stunning Grade II listed Victorian building, the RHN provides adult person-centred services across the entire care pathwayfrom post-acute rehabilitation to end-of-life carefor people with complex neuro-disabilities and their families. Underpinned by a strong research and education framework, the RHN is more than a hospital; it is a vibrant community where residents engage in music, art, and holistic support to achieve the best possible quality of life.

Job Title: Charge Nurse Band 6

Department:Specialist Nursing Home

Responsible to:Ward manager

Salary range:£41,489 - 54, 721 per annum (Band 6)-Incremental reviews take place on an annual basis

Contract Type:Permanent, Fulltime

Hours of work: 150 hours over a 4 week period (approximately 37.5 hours per week)

Location: Putney, Southwest London

Summary Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability

We are seeking a Charge Nurse who can support Ward Managers to help build a confident, high quality and caring team who are experts in their field. You will be responsible for championing and guiding a diverse range of nursing and health care assistant staff whilst working alongside other multi-disciplinary colleagues. Your key responsibility is to deliver a high standard of professional clinical care to patients and residents of the hospital. You will provide support for and deputise in the absence of the Ward Manager.

The Specialist Nursing Home (SNH) service provides person-centred care for adults with complex neuro-disabilities and long-term health needs following brain injury. The service supports residents who may require ongoing care or a short stay while awaiting appropriate discharge to home or a placement closer to their local community.

Care is focused on long-term condition management, maintaining health and wellbeing, and promoting dignity and quality of life within a safe and supportive environment. You will be responsible for assessing residents needs and contributing to the development, implementation, and evaluation of individualised care plans, working closely with the multidisciplinary team to support both ongoing care and discharge planning.

Key Responsibilities

You will work within agreed nursing standards and according to Nursing and Midwifery Council Code for nurses and be accountable for nursing outcomes. To provide consistent, clear, clinical and professional leadership and act as a mentor and preceptor for all staff demonstrating professional awareness and accountability in care. Manage direct reports effectively, delegating appropriately and holding them accountable for the delivery of specific objectives and targets, ensuring they meet the required standards in their current job whilst developing their skills and knowledge. Manage Datix and attend regular Incident Review Meetings to present lessoned learned and shared learnings from the ward. Ensure compliance to standards in respect of all legislative requirements, including but not limited to CQC, DSE, Fire, COSHH, BLS, Manual Handling, Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults, Information Security and Infection Prevention & Control.

Compensation Range

£41,489.00 - £54,721.00

Why the Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability is a great place to work:

Generous Annual Leave entitlement

Free counselling and therapy sessions and other mental wellbeing support through our partner CIC Wellbeing

Get involved in our free on-site wellbeing programs, including weekly yoga, and monthly pottery club (we are the UKs only hospital with its own kiln)!

Draw down a percentage of your monthly wages a few weeks early to help with unexpected costs.

Financial support services such as low-interest loans and help with savings accounts through our partnership with London Capital Credit Union.

Join our wellbeing networks to connect with people in our hospital; we have a Pride network, Womens network, and our Race Equality network. We also have heritage events to celebrate the diversity of our workforce most recently we had a South East Asian celebration.

Free on-site parking (rare in London!)

More benefits: Cycle2Work scheme, tech purchase support scheme, Blue Light Card discounts, and more.

Please note, to be eligible to apply for this role, you must have the Right to Work in the UK. We are unable to offer sponsorship to applicants currently.

RHN is a care provider for vulnerable patients at extreme risk. In consequence, safeguarding patients will always be our highest priority.

RHN is proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer that respects and values the differences of our people to achieve their full potential. If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to contact our Resourcing Team at [email protected]

The RHN recognise the importance in addressing environmental sustainability and we strive to contribute to reducing our carbon footprint.

We are proud to be Disability Confident Employer and we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from disabled people and will make reasonable adjustments to support you through the recruitment process and in the workplace.

We reserve the right to close this advert earlier than the advertised closing date if a sufficient response is received.

Person Specification

Qualifications Essential

To be filled

Experience Essential

To be filled

Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details Employer name Royal Hospital for Neuro-Disability

Address Putney

London

SW15 3SW

United Kingdom

Employer's website https://www.rhn.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Skills

NHSHealthcareNursingPermanent

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