Description
We have an opportunity for a Sister - Charge Nurse to join the Critical Care Team at The Alexandra Hospital in Cheadle.
This is a full-time role for 37.5 hours a week, with a flexible shift pattern.
Responsibilities:
- Provide hands-on clinical care, acting as a senior point of support for complex or deteriorating patients.
- Coordinate daily clinical activity and ensure safe staffing levels, skill mix, and continuity of care.
- Promote high standards of nursing practice through supervision, coaching, and role modelling.
- Allocate and supervise staff during shifts, ensuring responsibilities are clearly defined and patient needs are met.
- Support the development, appraisal, and competency assessment of junior nurses, HCAs, and students.
- Contribute to the induction and ongoing development of new staff, ensuring adherence to clinical standards and policies.
Requirements:
- Registered Nurse (Adult) with valid NMC registration.
- Significant post-registration experience in an acute or relevant specialty.
- Experience in leading and supervising a team within a clinical environment.
- Strong clinical decision-making, communication, and coordination skills.
- Commitment to high standards of patient care and professional development.
Salary & Benefits:
- Competitive starting salary
- 25 days holiday per year + bank holidays, increasing to 30 days with service
- Private Pension Scheme
- Private Healthcare Scheme for treatment at our hospitals, covering pre-existing medical conditions
- Friends & Family Hospital Discounts
- Family Friendly policies, including enhanced Maternity, Paternity & Adoption pay
- Non-contributory life insurance
- Staff engagement hub with access to discounts and extensive rewards and voluntary benefits
- Access to resources, tools and services to support your wellbeing
- Employee recognition programmes
- Industry leading training and development opportunities