About this role
Job summary
The role of a Ward Sister/Charge Nurse is the senior clinical nurse responsible for the leadership, coordination, and delivery of patient care on the T and O Hip fracture ward. They must ensure patients (often elderly with complex needs) receive safe, high-quality, and timely orthopaedic care from admission through recovery and discharge. The individual must work well as part of a leadership team as well as being able to make individualised decisions.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be professionally accountable for the maintenance of standards and professional practice as set by the NMC Code of Professional Standards of Practice and Behaviour and relevant professional guidelines.
They will regularly take charge of the practice setting or defined area of the practice setting / group of patients and take responsibility for ensuring the coordination and direct provision of high standard of holistic, patient centred care by assessing nursing care and health education needs, and the development, implementation, and evaluation of programmes of care for each patient.
To be designated to act as a deputy to the person holding continuing responsibility for the organisation and management of the practice setting.
To demonstrate and facilitate others to develop the necessary skills and experience in ward/department management and provide leadership in the absence of the Senior Sister/Charge Nurse.
About us
We take pride in placing people at the centre of everything we do, working together as a united team. Driven by a shared ambition to continually grow, develop, and learn, we recognise and value every contribution. By combining our experience and skills, we not only support our vibrant, diverse communities, but also support one another.
With a team of over 9,000 employees, we are proud to be the largest employer in Gloucestershire and rank among the top 10 largest Trusts in the South West region. By joining our Trust, you will benefit from an excellent package that includes exclusive benefits, flexible working opportunities and the chance to gain valuable experience in one or both of our innovative hospitals.
As well as generous annual leave allowance, you will have access to the excellent NHS pension scheme, competitive bank rates, discounts at local shops and restaurants, access to two on-site nurseries, discounted public transport, reward and recognition and a range of health and wellbeing initiatives to support you.
Job description Job responsibilities
Ensure high standards of patient care are delivered consistently
Act as a role model for professional nursing practice
Oversee care plans, patient assessments, and safety practices
Handle complex or deteriorating patients when needed
Ensure compliance with infection control, safeguarding, and clinical guidelines
Lead and supervise nurses, healthcare assistants, and support staff
Allocate daily workloads and manage staffing levels (rota planning)
Provide mentorship, training, and appraisals for staff
Support staff wellbeing, performance, and professional development
Manage conflicts or performance issues within the team
Lead on clinical governance and quality improvement initiatives
Monitor incidents, complaints, and risks (e.g. Datix reporting)Implement changes to improve patient safety and outcomes
Ensure compliance with CQC standards and NHS policiesAct as a key link between:
- Doctors and multidisciplinary teams
- Patients and families
- Hospital management
Participate in ward rounds and case discussions
Deal with patient/family concerns or complaints
Additional Contact Details
Adam Curtis
T and O Matron
0300 422 5040
Person Specification
Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience Essential
NMC registration Strong communication skills
Desirable
Trauma and Orthopaedic experience Taken charge of a shift Leadership/Management training
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.
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 Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address Gloucester Royal Hospital
Great Western Road
Gloucester
GL13NN
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.gloshospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)