Sister / Charge Nurse - RHDU

at  University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Please see below for detailed job description of the role.
Are you a Ward Sister/Charge Nurse or an experienced Staff Nurse currently working in an HDU/ critical care area, looking for a new challenge? An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated Registered Nurse to join our team on the Respiratory High Dependency Unit within the medicine care group, at Southampton General Hospital.
RHDU team care for patients with a variety of acute respiratory conditions, requiring non-invasive ventilator support. The department is purpose built with substantial side rooms and facilities. We are very proud of the outstanding care that we provide to our patients and are looking for a like-minded individual with a strong focus on patient care, proven leadership skills and the ability to work inter-professionally.
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to.
All non-clinical roles may involve a mixture of on site and remote working, Specific details and flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.
Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.
Specific to this role we are open to discussing flexibility in the hours that you work. Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you need, and we will explore what’s possible for the role and service.
What you’ll do
As a band 6 Sister / Charge Nurse, it will be your responsibility to use effective leadership and communication skills to ensure a high standard of patient-centred care from your team. You need to be an approachable, pro-active and dedicated nurse with sound clinical skills. You will work as an educator supporting junior members of the nursing team to achieve their learning needs along side the dedicated education team.
You must have recent experience in a HDU / critical care environment and have the confidence to work collaboratively as an active member of the RHDU multidisciplinary team, advocating for your patient and nursing colleagues.
What we’re looking for
We are very proud of the outstanding care that we provide our patients, and we are looking for a likeminded individual with a strong focus on patient care, proven leadership skills and the ability to work inter-professionally across boundaries.
If you’re looking for a great opportunity to develop your management and leadership skills within an acute environment, then we would like to hear from you. Informal enquiries are welcomed using the contact details below

Please refer the Job description for details