Deputy Sister

Job overview

An exciting opportunity for has arisen for a Band 6 Deputy Sister/Charge Nurse to join our Team at University Hospital Sussex NHS Foundations Trust in Worthing Hospital who provide outstanding care for patients with cancer. We are a friendly cohesive team and require a focused, committed, enthusiastic individual. 

You must be a motivated individual who is trained in administration of SACT, with a flexible approach to work and will be a vital part of the SACT team in helping to deliver high level services to patients with cancer, whilst supporting the Senior Sister on the unit. 

If you are passionate about making a positive difference in our patient's lives then we would love to hear from you. University Hospital Sussex NHS Foundations Trust is a leading, welcoming Trust and offers rewarding career opportunities for caring, committed and innovative people, who wish to be valued for their work, and empowered to improve the services we provide. Cancer Services at University Hospital Sussex NHS Foundations Trust in Worthing, Chichester and Brighton provide high quality, innovative cancer services, palliative, and end of life care closer to home. 

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 Qualified Nurses.

Main duties of the job

Balcombe ward provided inpatient services for haematology patients including systemic anti cancer treatments and supportive therapies. 

The successful applicant will have been qualified in SACT administration for a substantial time and be extremely competent in calculation and IV drug administration.

This individual must have been working at a senior band 5 level and have excellent communication skills. The unit has a dedicated clinical practice educator providing opportunity for staff to acquire the necessary skills and knowledge to progress in this rapidly expanding and diverse speciality.

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

To assist the ward Manager in maintaining the effective management of staff and resources in providing a high standard of patient care and safety. 

In conjunction with the ward Manager, the Deputy Sister/Charge Nurse will be responsible for providing clinical supervision and support to the unit team in the development of specialist skills.

Please see attached Job Description for further details.

Person specification

SACT experience

Essential criteria

SACT experience Mentorship qualification/experience Advanced communication course Fundamentals of care care course or equivalant Ukons telephone triage competency

Desirable criteria

Teaching and Assessing Physical assessment course

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 .

Important information for applicants

Flexible Working: If you would like to explore potential options regarding flexible working please speak with the appropriate recruiting/line manager. 

DBS Checks: As part of our commitment to a safe working environment, we undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check on all new employees where the role is eligible for a criminal record check . We make offers in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.

Skilled Worker Visa: Applications for Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome for those that meet the Visa and Immigrations eligibility criteria. For further information please visit the gov.uk website searching for Skilled Worker.

Closing adverts early: Please apply as early as you're able for this role. In the event of exceptional interest we may close adverts earlier than specified.

UHSussex reserves the right to close the role early if we receive a high volume of applications

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