Charge Nurse post on the unit at Lakefields Neurological Centre, a 22-bed specialist service run by Elysium Healthcare. The role leads nursing care and clinical services, overseeing day-to-day running of the unit and coordinating staff across the team. It splits evenly between clinical work and management, with a focus on neuro-rehabilitation and tracheostomy and ventilator care. Strong neuro experience at Charge Nurse or ward sister level and NMC registration are needed.
What the job involves
- Lead and coordinate the quality and management of nursing care and clinical services
- Ensure the day-to-day operations of the unit are performing well
- Oversee and provide high-quality care and support to people in a neurological setting
- Make critical decisions on service user assignments, staff scheduling and resource allocation
- Motivate, support and manage the nursing team, promoting good teamwork
- Supervise team members and provide guidance and support
- Delegate nursing tasks to nurses on the unit and coordinate with other teams
- Monitor service users' conditions and respond to changes
- Act as liaison between nursing staff and other healthcare professionals
Qualifications
- A relevant nursing qualification
Registration & licences
- NMC registration
Experience
- Strong neuro experience at Charge Nurse or ward sister level
- Leading a team in a complex neurological or respiratory care environment
- Relevant experience in a similar environment
- Proven track record of leadership
Skills & knowledge
- Competence in tracheostomy, ventilator, PEG and catheter care
- Positive, caring and compassionate attitude
- Commitment to high-quality, evidence-based care and values
Checks & eligibility
- DBS disclosure
What’s offered
- 33 days annual leave including bank holidays, plus birthday off and option to buy more
- Pension contribution
- Career development and training
- Ely-Vate rewards platform and Blue Light Card discounts
- Wellbeing support and activities
- Life assurance
- Stream earned wage access and savings
- 24/7 GP service and second medical opinion
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Contact Details:
The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team
