Junior Sister / Charge Nurse | Barts Health NHS Trust

Bracken ward is a Gastroenterology and Acute Medical ward at Whipps Cross University Hospital. The ward has 17 beds 11 of which are dedicated to Gastro patients.

The ward is now in the position to offer the right candidate the chance to join the team as a Band 6 Sister/Charge Nurse. The ward has a strong dynamic team that provide the highest standard of care to a group of patients with a wide range of Gastro issues and conditions.

We are looking for the right person to come and join the team. The right candidate will need to have excellent communication skills and be able to work within the team whilst also supporting colleagues. The post-holder will be required to be a team leader for a group of staff on a daily basis. The ward can be challenging due to the acuity and complexity of our patients but also very rewarding. There is a lot of opportunity to develop your knowledge and skills.

There will be the opportunity for further training and development for the successful candidate.

If you feel you are ready for the challenge of becoming a Band 6 on this busy and rewarding unit then please apply.

The post-holder will be part of the Ward team and contribute to the delivery of high standards of nursing care. The post-holder will be required to take charge of specific areas of the Departments and assist in the smooth running and organization of the shift team.

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