About the job

Job Overview

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.

Please see below for detailed job description of the role.

Main duties of the job

We are looking for a motivated and experienced Sister (Band 6) to join our Division A Theatres team within the SDU at University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust. This role could be offered as a secondment or substantive position.

In this role, you will support the Senior Sister in the day-to-day management of the ward/unit over a 24-hour period, ensuring high standards of patient care are consistently delivered. You’ll play a key role in leading and supporting the nursing team, acting as a clinical role model and promoting safe, effective and compassionate care.

You’ll work closely with the Senior Sister/Charge Nurse, multidisciplinary teams, patients and their families, helping to ensure a high-quality patient experience and smooth operational management of the unit.

This role offers an excellent opportunity to further develop your leadership, clinical expertise and management skills while contributing to continuous improvement within the service and delivering outstanding care for patients.

Working for our organisation

University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.

Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast.

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At UHS we’re committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients.

At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognizing that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We’re committed to creating an anti-racist, anti-discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute.

Responsibilities

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

In this role you will support the Senior Sister in the operational and clinical leadership of the ward/unit, ensuring safe, effective and high-quality patient care.

Your Key Responsibilities Will Include

Supporting the Senior Sister in the management of the ward/unit, ensuring high standards of patient care are maintained across a 24-hour service.

Acting as a clinical role model, providing leadership, supervision and support to nursing and support staff.

Planning, implementing and evaluating patient care, ensuring clear communication with the multidisciplinary team and patients’ families.

Promoting a culture of continuous improvement, patient safety and infection prevention, ensuring Trust policies and professional standards are followed.

Supporting staff development by acting as a mentor for new staff, learners and students, helping to create a positive learning environment.

Assisting with ward management responsibilities, including rota coordination, incident management, recruitment and participation in staff appraisal processes.

Acting up for the Senior Sister/Charge Nurse when required and contributing to the coordination of ward activities.

What Experience And Skills You’ll Need

To succeed in this role, you’ll need to demonstrate: