About this role
Job summary
Join Our Cardiac Ward as a Junior Sister / Charge Nurse
We are looking for a dynamic and motivated Junior Sister / Charge Nurse to join our busy and rewarding 36-bedded Cardiac ward. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about delivering exceptional patient care and ready to take the next step in their leadership journey.
In this role, you will care for patients with a wide range of acute cardiac conditions, working within a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same. Strong communication and organisational skills, along with a commitment to high-quality, patient-centred care, are essential.You will bring enthusiasm, compassion, and a desire to lead by example. A teaching or mentorship preparation course and cardiac knowledge are required, and we will support you to continue developing your skills through ongoing training and professional growth opportunities.
Why Join Us?We are a friendly, energetic, and highly skilled team who are passionate about delivering outstanding care. Patient safety and experience are at the heart of everything we do, and we pride ourselves on supporting our staff to thrive. You'll be working in a positive, collaborative environment that encourages development, engagement, and progression.
For further information, please contactKatie James and Lindsay Goodall, Senior Sisters.
Main duties of the job
To work according to the NMC Code of Professional Conduct and relevant professional guidelines as a named nurse for a defined group of patients and take responsibility for:
The assessment of care and health education needs;
The development, implementation and evaluation of programs of care including discharge planning for each patient.
To be designated to manage the ward/department and/or act as a deputy to the person holding continuing responsibility.
To develop leadership skills and experience in the management of the ward/department.
To promote and participate in the implementation of the RUH Nursing strategy:
Reviewing nursing practice and implementing appropriate changes based on research/best practice;
Developing and implementing Audit, Quality and Risk Management initiatives.
To participate in clinical supervision programs as appropriate, and to teach and act as a facilitator/mentor/preceptor to nursing or non-nursing staff.
To promote and maintain effective communication.
About us
At the RUH we put people at the heart of what we do, working together as one team to make a difference for our patients, each other, and our community. No matter what your role is, we value everyone's contribution in supporting the exceptional, person-centered care we pride ourselves on.
We are proud to be in the top 20 best hospitals to work for in the country.
We are committed to creating a compassionate and inclusive environment. This can be seen in our growing community of staff networks - celebrating successes and creating opportunities to listen and learn. We value our differences, champion kindness and civility, and truly believe that diversity makes us stronger.
A culture of learning, developing and innovating is the thread that runs throughout our whole organisation. We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential.
We value staff wellbeing, with a well-established programme of support. We believe in a holistic approach spanning all aspects of living a healthy life, including physical, emotional, spiritual and financial wellbeing. We've even got a pool!
We are committed to supporting you and hope you want to join our team. In the meantime, find out more about living and working the beautiful historic city of Bath, learn about our extensive package of staff benefits, and read about how we're providing healthcare fit for the future with the landmark Dyson Cancer Centre and our passion for research.
Job description Job responsibilities
Please find attached to the vacancy a detailed person specification and job description for further information about this role.
Person Specification
Band 6 qualities Essential
Nursing qualification
Desirable
Cardiology experience
People management Essential
Band 6 experience or equivalent
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust
Address Royal United Hospital Bath NHS Trust
Combe Park
Bath
BA1 3NG
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.ruh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)