Senior 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.

We're looking for an enthusiastic dedicated nurse who is keen to work in our Frailty (SDEC) Same Day Emergency Care. You will be working in the Frailty Directorate, Medicine Division, at an acute hospital in a care of the elderly setting. This service is focused on delivering rapid assessment; bespoke care to our elderly patients and provide treatments and provision to prevent prolonged stay in hospital and unnecessary hospital admission.

We're looking for individuals that will work effectively and efficiently within the framework of the team's objectives: we place a strong emphasis on continuous quality improvement, acting as an agent in change in achieving a culture that is flexible and participates positively in improving patient outcomes, and ensuring that we consistently meet and exceed the highest standards of care.

You will need to be a highly motivated nurse who is committed to delivering high standards of care and can demonstrate excellent clinical and communication skills. If you are looking for a career in frailty nursing this is your chance to join a friendly and supportive team at University Hospitals Sussex.

You will be supported with a full induction programme, continuous professional development, and the ability to develop your career., The role is varied, equally challenging and rewarding, where you will have the opportunity to really make a difference to the experience of our patients.

The post holder will work in the Frailty Same Day Emergency Care Unit based on C8.The post holder has the responsibility for managing the triage of patient referrals, timely patient interventions and management of admissions and discharges and prioritising/delegating workload.

The post holder will conduct audits related to the professional development of nursing, monitoring standards of care and acting as an agent for change in achieving a culture that is flexible and responds positively to the demands and future development of the service. To undertake a key role in the delivery of the unit's privacy and dignity agenda. The post holder will be working in an unpredictable environment within the clinical area (e.g. violence and aggression and Clinical emergencies).

The service is currently operating on a 5-day service Monday-Friday but successful candidates will be expected to enter into a 7-day rota when the service develops to a 7-day service.

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.