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Ward Sister/Charge Nurse - F7 Elective Surgery
The closing date is 15 May 2025
Ward F7 at the Wythenshawe site of Manchester Foundation Trust is currently looking to recruit a band 6 sister/charge nurse for our elective surgical ward. This exciting opportunity is open to band 5s aspiring to take the next step and learn new skills. Current band 6s and 7s are also welcome to apply and join our welcoming ward on F7 to learn new things about elective surgery. Our surgical directorate is known for the highest standards of clinical care.
The ward currently cares for inpatient elective and emergency patients with a range of Plastics, ENT, Maxillofacial, and Urology cases.
Please only apply if you hold an NMC pin number.
Main duties of the job
We are seeking a suitably experienced nurse who is passionate about patient safety and delivering exceptional quality care to our elective surgical patients. You will be an aspiring leader with a highly accessible and visible approach for patients, relatives, and colleagues. You will assist the Ward Manager with operational management and have the ability to develop a culture of continuous improvement, focusing on the patient journey and clinical outcomes.
About us
MFT is one of the largest NHS Trusts in England with a turnover of £2.8bn, operating on a scale larger than most other NHS Trusts. We are creating an exceptional integrated health and social care system for the 1 million patients who rely on our services annually.
Bringing together 10 hospitals and community services across Manchester, Trafford, and beyond, we promote collaborative working and transformation, encouraging our 30,000 workforce to pursue ambitious goals. We set standards that other Trusts aspire to emulate, offering a scale of opportunity that is extraordinary.
We have implemented a digital transformation with Hive, our Electronic Patient Record system launched in September 2022, to improve clinical quality, patient and staff experience, operational efficiency, research, and innovation.
As a major academic Research Centre and Education provider, we support high-quality research programs. We are also committed to sustainability through our Green Plan, emphasizing environmentally responsible healthcare.
At MFT, we foster a culture of inclusion and belonging, provide equal career development opportunities, and prioritize your health and wellbeing as we shape the future of our organization together.
Job responsibilities
For detailed responsibilities and the specific skills and experience required, please review the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents section. We recommend reading the Candidate Essentials Guide, which accompanies these documents, to better understand the Trust, our benefits, and how we support you as you support others. This guide contains essential information before submitting your application.
Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating diversity, and eliminating discrimination. We encourage applications from all individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation. If you require any support during your application, please contact us at .
We look forward to hearing from you.
Person Specification Qualifications
- Evidence of post-qualification study
Experience
- Relevant post-registration experience in relevant specialties
- Evidence of motivation
- Leadership experience and ability to work autonomously
Knowledge & Skills
- Excellent communication skills: written, verbal, electronic
- Up-to-date knowledge of current professional issues
- Knowledge of clinical governance
- Effective time management
- Ability to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care
- Change management skills
- Involvement or understanding of clinical audit
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A Disclosure check will be required to identify any previous criminal convictions.
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
Salary: £37,338 to £44,962 per annum (pro-rata)