Sister / Charge Nurse, Band 6

We are seeking an inspiring, dynamic and authentic nurse leader with a passion for Day Surgery and a shared vision in delivery of the very best patient experience and outcomes., The successful applicant will have a valid registration with significant post registration experience, surgical experience desirable. They will be compassionate, transformational and inclusive with a supporting focus to achieve the trust vision.

They will be managing and professionally leading the team alongside and in the absence of the Senior Sister/Ward Manager. There is a strong emphasis on the need to develop excellent service performance and working collaboratively with the team members within the surgical division and associated clinical staff.

The successful applicant would be expected to undertake the role of co-ordinator, liaising with surgeons, anaesthetists and the nursing team to make sure there is a continual flow through all stages of the patients experience, including admissions, post operative care and discharge.The successful applicant will also undertake appraisals of staff members, assist with investigating incidents and complaints and be a role model whilst demonstrating a smart and professional image at all times.

The successful applicant will be working as part of the day surgery team delivering exceptional care for the patients attending the unit. Alongside this the successful applicant will be an integral member of the Day Surgery leadership team working alongside the Senior Sister/Ward manager to support the team with both their professional and personal skills.They will be ambitious, proactive and highly motivated, whilst able to embrace compassionate leadership principles; demonstrating kindness and respect with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

The team on Mayhill is hard working, dynamic and responsive. We are consistently looking at how we can improve our day surgery unit to provide all patients with excellent care during their stay with us and ensuring our practice is in keeping with national standards. Mayhill Unit is staffed from 07:00 - 21:00 Monday to Friday, with various shift patterns which offers a great work-life balance.