Deputy Sister

Deputy Sister / Charge Nurse, Care of the Elderly Closing date: 28 November 2025 To work as a team leader and deputise for the Ward Sister/Charge Nurse in line with the nursing framework and in accordance with the nursing philosophy of Ashford and St Peter’s NHS Trust. To be responsible for the assessment of patient care needs, the development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care. To promote and help manage delivery of a quality nursing service, setting and monitoring clinical standards. We are looking for Band 6 Deputy Sister / Charge Nurse to help drive improvement and service redesign. We are looking for staff who are enthusiastic, hardworking, dedicated and have a passion for delivering the best care to all our patients. We are a dynamic, friendly and supportive team rising to the challenges and hard work required in achieving our Clinical Quality Indicators. We are looking for RN nurses with an interest in elderly care, ideally with a minimum of 18 months post‑registration experience at Senior Band 5 or equivalent. Experience in the use of extended roles would be an advantage. Working with the multi‑disciplinary team, you will need to have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, and the ability to motivate and manage, adapt, drive and lead rapid changing situations. If you require any further information or would like an informal visit please contact Kesha Burke Ward Manager 01932722935 or Gill O'Shea on 01932 7222618 or via email kesha.burke@nhs.net or gill.o'shea@nhs.net. Main duties of the job The post holder responsibility: To promote and help manage delivery of a quality nursing service, setting and monitoring clinical standards. To be responsible for the assessment of patient care needs, the development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care. To work as a Team Leader and deputise for the Ward Sister/Charge Nurse within the framework of team nursing based on internal night rotation and in accordance with the nursing philosophy of Ashford and St Peter’s Hospitals NHS Trust. To take lead responsibility for co‑ordinating and facilitating the training, educational and development needs of staff. To take lead responsibility for an area of clinical practice appropriate to the ward environment. About us Ashford and St. Peters Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust serves a population of more than 410,000 people living in North‑West Surrey, parts of Hounslow and beyond. Over 3,700 highly trained doctors, nurses, midwives, therapists, healthcare scientists and other support staff make up our workforce, providing a wide range of services across our two hospital sites, Ashford, Ashford, Surrey and St Peter's, Chertsey, Surrey. We also run many specialist clinics in the community and local community hospitals and other healthcare facilities. Our vision is to be one of the best healthcare Trusts in the country. There has never been a better time to join us in the NHS at Ashford & St Peters Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust with our strong commitment to staff health and wellbeing. We are committed to providing continuous professional development, staff benefits and flexibility to shape our workforce around our patient care. Please see the supporting links which you can find on the right‑hand side of this job advert. There is guidance on how to make an application on NHS Jobs as well as more information about joining the ASPH Team. Although it isn’t the Trust’s normal practice, adverts may close early, so applicants are encouraged to submit an application as soon as possible. Job responsibilities MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POST: Clinical Be responsible for the provision of a safe and high standard of nursing care, based on a nursing model and incorporating proven nursing research, which reflects the overall aim of the Emergency Department philosophy. Implement the hospital’s policies and current relevant legislation as set out in the Clinical and Administrative Procedure books, complying with the NMC Code of Professional Conduct, ensuring all staff understand the relevance to clinical practice. Assist the Sister/Charge Nurse in providing and developing good nursing practice ensuring that said practices are in accordance with department and hospital policy. Assist in the establishment, monitoring and evaluation of agreed standards of patient care and quality service. Determine nursing priorities, planning patient care according to the skill mix of staff. Interpret the significance of the patient’s clinical observations and records, making decisions and planning in areas affecting patient care; report promptly to medical or appropriate staff any matters which fall outside his/her responsibility. Investigate and report on all aspects of patient management, including accidents and complaints, in line with hospital policy. Monitor clerical and legal documents completed by ward staff, ensuring they are accurate and legible. Assist with any approved clinical research programme and in the assessment of new equipment and technology. Leadership In conjunction with the Sister/Charge Nurse is responsible for effective organisation of the department. Ensure the safe custody and administration of drugs in accordance with established procedure and the law. Ensure the safe use of equipment, ascertaining that staff understand how to operate the equipment are competent to do so and that the equipment is in safe working order. Understand the implications of the Health and Safety at Work Act, and maintain a safe environment for patients, visitors and staff according to the hospital’s Health and Safety Policy. Report and record accidents/incidents and complaints to the Sister/Charge Nurse, according to the agreed policy and undertake further investigations as directed. Be competent in current emergency resuscitation techniques, both in theory and practice. Have a working knowledge of the fire regulations and procedures, ensuring appropriate action is taken in response to an emergency. In conjunction with the Sister/Charge Nurse, maintain budgetary control through an efficient and effective use of resources. Attend meetings and participate in working parties when required, developing effective links with colleagues for obtaining and giving information. Undertake projects and initiate improvements in nursing care on the ward. Education In conjunction with the Sister/Charge Nurse, maintain a suitable learning environment for all grades of staff. Ensure that trained staff understand the educational objectives of all grades of staff, acting as a mentor to appropriate staff and assessing their performance. Encourage trained staff to undertake professional development, ensuring attendance at mandatory updating, as laid down by the Trust. Promote and provide health education for patients and their carers. Maintain and enhance own knowledge through continuing education and training activities. Take part in an individual performance review, reviewing personal development and performance in consultation with line manager. Management Contribute to the recruitment and selection process. Conduct regular risk assessments and health and safety audits, action plan and achieve targets. Person Specification Experience Registered Nurse with the NMC IV Passport Demonstrable post‑registration experience in a related field Experience working in the acute setting delivering direct patient care Management/taking charge of area experience Excellent understanding of medication and the administration of IV therapies Qualifications 5 GCSE's A‑C Skills Cannulation and Venepuncture Aims course ILS Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and, as such, it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Ashford & St. Peter's Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust #J-18808-Ljbffr