Junior Sister

Crewkerne Community Hospital are seeking a highly motivated, conscientious Band 6 Junior Ward Sister to act as clinical lead, assist in the leadership and development of staff on the inpatient ward and to deputise for the Ward Manager or Matron in their absence., The post holder will be required to take direct managerial responsibility for the ward and hospital over the 24 hour period as delegated by the Community Hospital Matron and Senior Ward Sister.

The post holder will be required to assist in the leadership and development of staff on the ward and to act as a positive role model for more junior members of staff

The post holder may be required to deputise for the Senior Ward Sister, Charge Nurse or Matron in her or his absence.

The post holder will be responsible for ensuring appropriate stock levels aremaintained on the ward

The post holder will be responsible, for the day to day management of staff nurses and healthcare assistants and the supervision of the ward team.

The post holder will ensure all staff act in accordance with Trust HR and other relevant policies, along with the appropriate professional code of conduct.

The role will require the Sister or Charge Nurse to practice autonomously and make decisions under their own initiative using professional judgment and drawing on their clinical expertise.

As an organisation, Somerset NHS Foundation Trust offers employees a wide range of benefits including flexible working, NHS pension scheme, generous annual leave allowance and a commitment to career development.You will be eligible for our Blue Light Card and a wide range of NHS exclusive shopping and leisure discounts.We are proud of our skilled, diverse workforce and as an inclusive employer we welcome applications from all backgrounds.Working in Somerset enables you to enjoy the idyllic countryside, areas of outstanding beauty and stunning coastlines whilst still only being a stone's throw away from bustling city centres like Bristol, Bath and Exeter and only two hours away from London.There are excellent educational facilities in the area and, when compared to other regions, house prices are reasonable.Somerset offers the countryside and the cosmopolitan, there is truly something for everyone.