Sister / Charge Nurse

The post holder will be responsible for leading and supporting the unit, co-ordinating the flow of patients admitted to the unit and delivery of the care., Look for continuous improvements in the delivery of high quality patient focused care. Participate within the ward team including the delegation of work on a day to day basis for junior staff.

Act as clinical expert providing specialist knowledge and advice to both nurses and medical staff working within the unit. Organise own workload and support junior staff to time manage and prioritise. Plan and manage skill mix to reflect the workload and meet the needs of the patients, including using the e-rostering system effectively.

Participate in the development and delivery of a philosophy of care which involves/respects the rights of patients carers and staff.

Relate to all staff and patients in a confident manner, demonstrating good listening skills and work effectively as part of team.

Recognise areas of conflict and assist in the management of this to promote a healthy working environment.

In the absence of the Ward Sister take responsibility for maintaining staff records e.g. sickness, annual leave, taking appropriate action where necessary.

Mentor and supervise pre and post registered staff; demonstrate procedures to pre and post registered nursing staff without direct supervision, always promoting a high standard of best practice, quality nursing care.

Respond to patient, relatives and carers concerns

We are an acute trust caring for over one million people in Wakefield and Kirklees. Our 10,000 staff work in patients homes, the community, and our three hospitals in Pontefract, Dewsbury, and Pinderfields (Wakefield). We prioritise our people and values so we can deliver the best possible care to patients. Our team is friendly, passionate, and innovative, always seeking better ways to work.

We support work-life balance and foster a diverse, inclusive environment where everyone belongs. Our staff networks offer safe spaces to share ideas and concerns so we can increase awareness and appreciation of equality, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and especially encourage members of the LGBTQ+ community, ethnic minority groups, and people with disabilities or neurodivergence to apply, as they are currently underrepresented in the Trust.

If you value caring, high standards, improvement, and respect, join the MY team to make a difference every day.