3193 - Sister/Charge Nurse, Medical SDECNHS

Job summary

This post is a 6 month fixed term/secondment opportunity

The Band 6 Sister/Charge Nurse will provide clinical leadership and support the effective day-to-day management of the Medical Same Day Emergency Care (SDEC) unit. The post holder will oversee the delivery of safe, high-quality, patient-centred care, coordinating patient assessment, investigations, treatment and discharge to facilitate timely clinical decision-making and reduce avoidable hospital admissions. They will support and develop the nursing team, manage staffing and patient flow, and work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to ensure an efficient and responsive service. The successful candidate will promote clinical excellence, maintain high standards of patient safety and infection prevention, contribute to clinical governance and service improvement, and ensure compliance with relevant policies and professional standards. They will act as a role model, supporting staff development and fostering a positive, supportive learning environment.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will lead and coordinate the day-to-day running of the Medical Same Day Emergency Care (SDEC) unit, ensuring the delivery of safe, effective and patient-centred care. They will undertake clinical assessments, support the management of patients with acute medical conditions, coordinate investigations and treatment, and facilitate timely discharge or escalation to inpatient care where required. They will supervise, support and develop the nursing team, oversee staffing and patient flow, and work closely with the multidisciplinary team to ensure an efficient and responsive service. The candidate will promote high standards of clinical practice, patient safety and infection prevention, participate in clinical governance, audit and service improvement activities, and support staff training and development. They will also contribute to the implementation of policies and procedures, manage clinical risks, and act as a professional role model in delivering an excellent patient experience.

Job description

Job Description

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About us

Barnsley is a place of real warmth and community spirit. With a proud industrial past, the town offers affordable living, great transport links, rich culture and many green spaces. Barnsley punches above its weight and has recently seen economic growth, substantial regeneration and digital ambition, whilst leading the way in healthcare innovation and employability.

At Barnsley Hospital, we are a close-knit, ambitious team delivering outstanding care in the heart of South Yorkshire. Our aim is to be the best place to work and we have been consistently rated by our people as being amongst the very best Trusts in the country in areas such as compassionate leadership, teamwork and supporting colleague wellbeing.

We offer a friendly working environment where you will be recognised and valued for what you do, led with compassion and integrity and have your career and wellbeing supported.

Barnsley Hospital NHS FT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity and fair treatment to all applicants.

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