0275 - Sister / Charge Nurse

The Gastroenterology ward is a 15 bedded ward looking after a variety of patients with conditions such as: UGI bleeds, liver disease, eating disorders, etc. The applicant does not require prior Gastroenterology experience to apply, although this is desirable. We are looking for a strong leader who can support and lead with compassion at the forefront of their practice. The applicant will work clinically alongside the Gastroenterology team, leading by example and following best practice to help deliver the best standards of care to our patients. The role will involve exposure to management tasks and deputising for the Lead Nurse in their absence. Management tasks will involve: roster management, sickness management, clinical governance incident report investigations, RCAs, AARs, learning, supporting staff development including management of capability and quality improvement initiatives. The post is an ideal opportunity for continued professional development and progression and will allow the candidate access to additional training, for example leadership courses and speciality specific learning.Main duties of the job The candidate will:

• Work clinically and support junior members of staff as well as other members of the MDT.
• Deputise in the Lead Nurse's absence.
• Be involved in management tasks such as: rostering, sickness management, investigating incident reports, root cause analysis, etc.
• Be involved in improving the service provided through quality improvement initiatives.
• Carry out continual professional development to improve personally as well as supporting others with professional development, including students.
  
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At Barnsley Hospital, we are a close-knit, ambitious team delivering outstanding care in the heart of South Yorkshire. Our aim is to be the best place to work and we have been consistently rated by our people as being amongst the very best Trusts in the country in areas such as compassionate leadership, teamwork and supporting colleague wellbeing. We offer a friendly working environment where you will be recognised and valued for what you do, led with compassion and integrity and have your career and wellbeing supported. Barnsley Hospital NHS FT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity and fair treatment to all applicants. Visa sponsorship is only available to applicants who meet UK Skilled Worker eligibility requirements, including salary thresholds. Please use the link on the right hand side of the advert to check your eligibility. The cost of the DBS (criminal records check) for Band 6 and above roles will only be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction.