Band 6 charge nurse post on a rehabilitation ward run by Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, supporting the Ward Manager. The role centres on leading the ward day to day, with clinical supervision of nursing staff and students and a visible bedside presence. Coordination covers staffing, resources, recruitment, appraisal and staff development, alongside ensuring Trust policy and statutory standards are met. Applicants must already work within the Hampshire and Isle of Wight NHS system.
What the job involves
- Take charge of the ward regularly, supporting the Ward Manager in delivering safe, effective, evidence-based care
- Provide clinical expertise, supervision and guidance to nursing staff and students
- Maintain a visible clinical presence and support patients and their families throughout their care
- Coordinate the ward, including managing staffing and resources
- Support recruitment, appraisal, supervision and staff development
- Ensure Trust policies, professional standards and statutory requirements are consistently met
What’s required
Qualifications
- Registered General Health Nurse educated to degree level
- Evidence of continuous professional development
Registration & licences
- Valid, up-to-date registration with the professional body
Experience
- Experienced Registered Nurse
Skills & knowledge
- Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills
- Manage competing priorities and make safe, effective decisions in a busy clinical environment
- Implement moving and handling manoeuvres
Checks & eligibility
- Right to work in the UK
Other
- Currently employed within the Hampshire and Isle of Wight NHS system
What’s offered
- Flexible working requests discussed as part of the interview process
- Support for development and wellbeing
- Supervision and support from experienced colleagues
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Contact Details:
The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team
