Junior Sister / Charge Nurse

We welcome applications from those who currently hold a UK NMC registration. If you currently hold an overseas nursing qualification and require sponsorship we are not currently direct hiring Internationally Qualified Nurses.
The post holder will work as part of a team to provide an safe and effective environment of care for individual patients, their relatives and carers.
They will be responsible for the assessment of care needs and the development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care without supervision.
The successful candidate will lead the team on a daily basis to ensure excellent standard of evidence based care is delivered to our patients.
The post holder will have the opportunity to act as the designated deputy to the Ward Manager.
The post holder will coach, teach and supervise junior staff to maintain an excellent learning environment, encompassing the Trust improvement model Patient First.

Working for our organisation
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex, Provides effective, safe, evidence based patient care in accordance with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Code of Conduct
Practices within the NMC code of conduct and has responsibility for promoting and monitoring this practice on the ward
Participates in assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating individualised evidence based patient care including the monitoring of care standards through audit and other activities.
Participates in the development and implementation of an explicit ward philosophy of care.
Effectively processes admissions & transfers and plans discharges in accordance with UHSussex policy and standards, including liaison with partner agencies.
Actively participates and monitors the promotion of education for patients, their relatives and colleagues and ensures these needs are met within available resources.
Ensures provision of all drugs as prescribed in accordance with UHSussex Policy, including parenteral administration.
Actively engages with Patient First Improvement Program

We are looking for a highly motivated nurse, with the possession of good clinical knowledge and leadership skills to maintain high standards of acute care to our patients. The post holder will provide nursing support on a mixed sexed ward to acute patients with a variety of different conditions relating to Respiratory, Endocrine and General Medical conditions. You will lead by example in delivering excellent effective patient centred care and ensure the safe and productive running of the ward. This is a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic and dynamic individual who would like the opportunity to learn, develop and really make a difference.
The successful candidate will be required to have recent acute experience and have a passion for supporting a team to provide the highest standards of patient care.
We will offer development programme opportunities, supervision, reflective practice, mentoring and coaching and will ensure you are fully supported in your new role.
If you are a motivated individual who possesses good communication skills and are organised and flexible, we would love to hear from you.

At UHSussex we're proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK's largest acute Trusts, we're a leading example of the excellence, the ambition and the values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.
Our hard-working, talented and dedicated people work together towards a common goal - to always put our Patient First . In fact our mission is summed up by our 'where better never stops' motto and you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex.
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.