Deputy Sister

3 weeks ago


Chichester, United Kingdom University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust Full time

Job overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and enthusiastic nurse associate to join our friendly well established Children’s Nursing Team. This post would be suitable for either newly qualified nurse associate or nurse associates with experience. 

We are offering a permanent position working full or part-time up to 37.5 per week

Howard ward nurses children and young people from birth to 18 years. Our patients have a variety of medical and surgical conditions. The unit has an High Dependency Unit and separate Children's Assessment Unit.

You will build on essential skills in nursing sick children such as respiratory support, fluid and pain management and stabilisation of the critically ill child.

We provide excellent opportunities for ongoing professional development and leadership.

We welcome applications from those who currently hold a UK NMC registration. If you currently hold an overseas nursing qualification and require sponsorship we are not currently direct hiring Internationally Nursing Associates

Main duties of the job

We have a strong multi disciplinary team and welcome enthusiastic, motivated nurse associates who are passionate about providing excellent care to children and their families. We encourage applicants to arrange a face to face or virtual visit to the unit and meet the team.

The service is committed to providing a high standard of nursing care for sick children and young people up to the age of 18 years. This includes outpatient, emergency and elective care within the division. We aim to ensure the most effective use of resources to assist team members with the assessment and delivery of care, under the direction and supervision of the team leader.

Working for our organisation

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a 
buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust. 

We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves. 

As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do. 

We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Be responsible for delivering high quality, patient centred, compassionate care under the leadership and direction of a Registered Nurse (or other registered care professional dependent on setting) working within all aspects of the nursing process, providing high quality holistic and person-centred care 
to individuals. Support the registered nurse in the assessment, planning and evaluation of care with focus on promoting health and independence. Carry out specific clinical and care tasks and responsibilities to a high standard and competency, under the leadership and direction of a registered nurse or other registered care professionals dependent on setting. Have proficient attitudes and behaviours compatible with NHS Values. Be an accountable professional. Work as part of a designated clinical and care team delivering care that focuses on the direct needs of the individual. Have the ability to work without direct supervision, at times delivering care independently in line with the individual’s defined plan of care, within the parameters of practice of the Nursing Associate role, accessing clinical and care advice when needed.

Please see our detailed job description for the main duties and responsibilities.

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential criteria

Nurse Associate Qualificate

Desirable criteria

Cannulation Venepuncture Paediatric experience in hospital setting

Knowledge and Experience

Essential criteria

Previous child care experience Awareness of current government initiatives Experience with medical devices Evidence of continuing professional development

Desirable criteria

Able to demonstrate leadership skills and the ability to respond to varying situations Understanding of the NMC and their professional responsibilities and accountability Completion of relevant clinical/specialist competencies

Skills

Essential criteria

Communication skills Team worker in multidisciplinary environment Keyboard and IT system skills Ability to use initiative

IT

Essential criteria

Computer skills (word, excel, email, internet)

Personal Qualities

Essential criteria

Positive and Adaptable Ability to work under pressure Flexible

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Essential criteria

Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role). Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues.
  • Deputy Ward Sister

    2 weeks ago


    Chichester, United Kingdom University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust 279 Full time

    We are currently looking for a Deputy Ward Sister/Charge Nurse to join our team on secondment at Birdham ward, St Richard's Hospital. Birdham ward is a busy 27 bedded Diabetes, endocrine and Vascular ward. We work closely with Brighton Hospital, TVN and Vascular specialist nurses as well as the close MDT. There are 4 consultants and 4 deputy sisters /...

  • Deputy Sister

    3 weeks ago


    Chichester, United Kingdom 279 University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and enthusiastic nurse to join our 27 bedded Fishbourne Ward, specialising in Gastroenterology at St Richards Hospital either permanent or as a 6 month secondment opportunity. We are looking for a highly motivated nurse, with the possession of both a strong clinical knowledge base and relevant skill set....

  • Deputy Sister

    1 week ago


    Chichester, United Kingdom University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279) Full time

    Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and enthusiastic nurse to join our 27 bedded Fishbourne Ward, specialising in Gastroenterology at St Richards Hospital either permanent or as a 6 month secondment opportunity. We are looking for a highly motivated nurse, with the possession of both a strong clinical knowledge base and...

  • Deputy Ward Sister

    2 months ago


    Chichester, United Kingdom University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust 279 Full time

    To support the ward sister in the effective management of the area. In addition the post holder will provide nursing leadership within this area, ensuring an effective quality nursing service, with responsibility for standards of nursing care and patient safety in conjunction with the ward sister.

  • Deputy Sister

    3 weeks ago


    Chichester, United Kingdom University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279) Full time

    Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and enthusiastic nurse to join our 27 bedded Fishbourne Ward, specialising in Gastroenterology at St Richards Hospital either permanent or as a 6 month secondment opportunity. We are looking for a highly motivated nurse, with the possession of both a strong clinical knowledge base and...

  • Deputy Sister

    3 weeks ago


    Chichester, United Kingdom University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279) Full time

    Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and enthusiastic nurse to join our 27 bedded Fishbourne Ward, specialising in Gastroenterology at St Richards Hospital either permanent or as a 6 month secondment opportunity. We are looking for a highly motivated nurse, with the possession of both a strong clinical knowledge base and...

  • Deputy Sister

    3 weeks ago


    Chichester, United Kingdom University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279) Full time

    Communication Act as a role model and ensure effective staff supervision with clinical practice, working with staff and patients in an advisory, teaching and support capacity and maintaining professional competence, authority and credibility. Work collaboratively with clinical nursing experts including Heads of Nursing, Clinical Teams, Consultant Nurses,...


  • Chichester, United Kingdom University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279) Full time

    Job summary Are you passionate about your role as a nurse and have a strong drive to provide excellent patient care ? Do you enjoy supporting and developing others ? Within Acute Fraility at St Richrads we have an opportunity for you. We are a dynamic, inclusive supportive teams, within Boxgrove, Selsey and Bosham with a fulltime substantive position...


  • Chichester, United Kingdom University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279) Full time

    Job summary Are you passionate about your role as a nurse and have a strong drive to provide excellent patient care ? Do you enjoy supporting and developing others ? Within Acute Fraility at St Richrads we have an opportunity for you. We are a dynamic, inclusive supportive teams, within Boxgrove, Selsey and Bosham with a fulltime substantive position...

  • Deputy Sister

    5 days ago


    Chichester, West Sussex, United Kingdom University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279) Full time

    Job Title: Ward Nurse at St Richards HospitalAbout the Company: At UHSussex, diversity is our strength. We prioritize putting the Patient First, which is reflected in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Join our innovative community where your uniqueness and experiences are valued. We offer support networks to ensure inclusivity and a Disability Confident...

  • Deputy Sister

    2 weeks ago


    Chichester, United Kingdom 279 University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    A rare and exciting opportunity for career development and to help further improve local chemotherapy services in our Chemotherapy Day Unit has arisen for an experienced Chemotherapy Nurse who is keen to meet the challenge of leading a team of chemotherapy nurses on a nurse led chemotherapy day unit, developing and improving timeliness and access to our...

  • Bank Deputy Sister

    2 weeks ago


    Chichester, United Kingdom University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust 279 Full time

    Our amazing special care baby is looking for experienced Band 6 Bank nurses, qualified in speciality, NLS trained, and mentorship trained. We can offer supportive orientation and mandatory training. We are a level 1 unit with 12 cots, and we are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic team player to join our team of talented nurses. We provide care for...


  • Chichester, United Kingdom University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279) Full time

    Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our paediatric team at Chichester Hospital. We are looking to appoint a forward thinking and enthusiastic nurse to work in our Children's Assessment Unit (CAU). The successful candidate will work alongside the Children's ward and Ward Sister to support the paediatric nursing team whilst...


  • Chichester, United Kingdom University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279) Full time

    Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our paediatric team at Chichester Hospital. We are looking to appoint a forward thinking and enthusiastic nurse to work in our Children's Assessment Unit (CAU). The successful candidate will work alongside the Children's ward and Ward Sister to support the paediatric nursing team whilst...


  • Chichester, United Kingdom Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    We currently have an exciting opportunity for 2 skilled, BABCP registered, Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner interested in this rare opportunity to take the next step in their supervisory role and develop their knowledge, skills and understanding of working therapeutically with patients in West Sussex. If you’re keen to develop your Step 2 experiences...


  • Chichester, United Kingdom University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Job overview This is an opportunity for a band 5 staff nurse to work in a brand-new modern hospital, The Louisa Martindale Building. We are excited to have moved into level 8 with our 27 bedded Dementia Unit. The new hospital with its spacious bays, side rooms, amazing views of the sea and Downs, allows the best environment to care for our elderly...