Charge Nurse - Female Acute Inpatient Ward
hace 3 días
Newcastle upon Tyne
Main area Charge Nurse [Band 6] Female Acute Grade NHS AfC: Band 6 Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week (3 shifts week A (x3), 4 shifts week B(x1) in a four week pattern) Job ref 311-R439-26 Employer Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site Birch Hill Hospital, Moorside ward Town Wardle Salary £39,959 - £48,117 per annum, pro rata Salary period Yearly Closing 15/11/2026 23:59 If you are Kind, Fair, Ingenious and Determined then we want you to come and join us #PennineCarePeople An exciting opportunity has arisen for a band 6 charge nurse at Moorside ward, Birch Hill Hospital. We are an 18 bedded inpatient female acute ward. We specialise in the assessment and treatment of workign age women with acute and severe forms of mental illness and emotional distress. The successful candidate will possess excellent clinical and supervisory skills, along with a desire to further develop their leadership abilities, whilst working together with the multidisciplinary team in delivering a high calibre service at all times. The post holder will support the Ward Manager in promoting a positive attitude towards excellent patient care, working in partnership with parents and carers. You'll act as keyworker or named nurse to allocated patients and understand key worker / named nurse responsibilities. You'll also act as a mentor/preceptor and facilitate junior staff's development through teaching and support. You will be required to assist in managing the ward within its allocated resources and to act as a professional role model, ensuring patient safety while maintaining a high standard of clinical care. Applicants must have had expereince working on a female acute mental health ward. Please do not use AI to complete your personal statement on the application form. The post holder will deliver and advise on the delivery of, high quality safe nursing care, ensuring consistently high standards of practice and clinical excellence which comply with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) code of professional conduct. The post holder will support the ward manager in delivering clinical and managerial supervision, and undetaking clinical audits. As a Clinical Charge Nurse, you will promote and develop clinical leadership and clinical practice and be a positive role model to junior members of the team through the practice of evidence-based care and consistently high standards of professionalism. You will be expected to support professional development through clinical appraisal and supervision and contribute to the ongoing educational programme for staff, fostering a positive learning environment. Your professional and personal development will include further postgraduate study, and you will be encouraged and supported by your line manager to undertake continued professional development. Why choose Pennine Care? • Top mental health trust to work for in the North of England – NHS Staff Survey 2024, • A culture that supports professional autonomy and values nursing leadership, • A clear commitment to safe staffing levels and quality patient care, • A forward-thinking Trust focused on creating the conditions for great nursing care to thrive, • A genuinely supportive environment where your skills and compassion are recognised Who we’re looking for You might currently be in another NHS Trust, the private sector, or working through an agency. You might be based in Greater Manchester, Yorkshire, or the wider North West. Wherever you are in your career – if you’re looking for safer staffing, better support, and meaningful development, Pennine Care is ready to welcome you. Make the move to a Trust that listens, supports and invests in you. We’re proud to deliver high-quality mental health and learning disability services to people across five boroughs in Greater Manchester: Bury, Oldham, Rochdale, Stockport and Tameside & Glossop. Our vision is simple but powerful: A happier and more hopeful life for everyone in our communities. To make that happen, we support our staff to do their best work - every day. Whether you’re working on our inpatient wards or out in the community, you’ll be part of a compassionate, forward-thinking team that’s focused on delivering great care and improving lives. Job Summary • To provide leadership and support to the inpatient nursing team, and in the absence of the Clinical Lead, to assume responsibility for the management and co-ordination of the ward / department., • To deliver a high standard of care to acute inpatient services users., • To ensure the optimum level of safe and effective care within the allocated Main Duties and Responsibilities • The provision of effective clinical leadership to and management of ward staff., • To maintain personal contact with patients, their relatives and carers. Being sensitive to their needs for respect, privacy and dignity and to act as a senior point of contact on the ward., • To assist in the formulation of staff rotas to ensure the most effective use of manpower and resources in relation to service user need and ward activity., • To assist in the monitoring of all staff sickness, in accordance with Trust policies., • To ensure that all staff follow the guidelines identified in the Trust and National policies., • To participate in the investigation of patient complaints, as per Trust Complaints procedure, aiming to settle complaints with local resolutions at ward level. When unable to do so, to communicate without delay to the Ward Manager., • To assist in ensuring that all clinical equipment is correctly maintained and that all appropriate staff are competent in its correct application., • To deputise for the Ward Manager in their absence Clinical Responsibilities The post holder is responsible for assisting the Ward Manager in ensuring that all patients on the ward / dept. receive the highest standards of care. • To assist in ensuring that the provision of nursing care is to the optimum standard achievable within allocated resources., • To ensure that patients, their families and carers are directly involved in decisions which affect their care., • To act as a resource to junior members of staff., • To promote high standards of patient care by the application of a systematic care planning approach which utilises an appropriate nursing model., • To initiate patient focused interventions and developments, which reflect social, cultural and spiritual needs., • To ensure that accurate and legible patient care records are maintained., • To ensure that each patient has a comprehensive and holistic assessment of their care needs with a mutually agreed plan of care between the patient and the nurse. Quality Responsibilities The post holder will assist the Ward Manager in ensuring that a continuous programme of quality assurance is adopted within the ward/dept. • To assist in the analysis of patient satisfaction surveys, the identification of service deficiencies and in response, the development of remedial action plans., • To ensure that all staff act in a professional and responsible manner at all times, acknowledging that they are representatives of the Trust., • To ensure that the ward / dept. environment is conducive to the wellbeing of patients and staff., • Evidence of Continual Professional development, • IT Literate, • Preparation for mentorship, • Training in management of violence and aggression, • Training in psychosocial interventions, • ECDL, • Experience at Band 5 and evidence of appropriate clinical management experience, • Experience of working in acute / forensic mental health settings., • Experience of working in a range of mental health settings, • Good understanding of Mental Illness, • Knowledge of treatments and interventions appropriate for individuals with acute mental health needs, • Ability to demonstrate working knowledge of the Mental Health Act and CPA process, • Knowledge of current policy and guidance in relation to the development of PICU / Acute Mental Health Services, • Understanding of confidentiality and data protection issues., • Good verbal and written communication skills, with emphasis on complex and sensitive information, • Ability to complete the appropriate documentation, • Good social skills and have a positive attitude within the team and when dealing with service users, staff, carers, visitors and the public., • Ability to physically undertake and participate in PMVA in a clinical setting Application support - We recommend tailoring your application to each role you apply for, particularly your supporting information. This gives you the best chance of success. Your supporting information should clearly explain, with examples, how your skills and experience meet the essential and desirable criteria for the role. We are aware of the increase in AI being used for job applications. AI can be a useful tool to assist in writing your application, but these tools may not understand the context or requirements of the job you are applying for and using for all your application will not be a true reflection of your skills and experience. Relying on AI for your whole application can negatively impact on your chances of success throughout the recruitment process as you will be asked to provide evidence to support what you have written. Take the time to proofread your application to ensure you can evidence what you have submitted, whether this is by your experience or certificates We also offer virtual application support sessions each month, where you will learn some hints and tips to support you in completing your application form. To secure your place, and to find out more visit the jobs events page on our website. Sponsorship Information - We are an approved sponsoring organisation. Applications will be considered from applicants requiring sponsorship alongside all other applications. Please be aware, not all roles are eligible for sponsorship. You can review the list of eligible role and requirements on the government website. After You Apply - Once your application is submitted, you’ll receive updates via email. Shortlisting is based on how well you meet the criteria outlined in the person specification. Only shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview, and invitations will be sent by email. If You're Offered the Role - If successful, the hiring manager will contact you directly with a verbal offer. They will then notify the Recruitment Team and submit the necessary paperwork. You’ll receive a formal conditional offer via email Pre-Employment Checks - To confirm your suitability for the role, we will carry out pre-employment checks in line with NHS Employment Check Standards . These include: • Identity verification, • Right to work check, • Disclosure and barring service (DBS)/Criminal record check (dependent on role), • Professional registration and/or qualification check, • Occupational health assessment, • Employment history and reference validation All applicants external to Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust will be required to provide their HMRC employment history to cover the most recent three years employment. This information will used to validate employment history andreferences. If you require sponsorship, we will assess your eligibility based on current government guidance. If the role is not eligible and you cannot demonstrate your right to work, your conditional offer may be withdrawn. Once Checks Are Complete - The Recruitment Team will coordinate with you and the hiring manager to confirm a start date. You’ll be booked onto a Trust Welcome Session and receive your Pennine Care NHS Terms and Conditions. Pennine Care are committed to the ‘Get ahead on Flex’ pledge initiative to support the right to request flexible working for all colleagues. “We can work flexibly, as a modern and model employer, flexible and less than full-time working isn’t a barrier to progress in the NHS – it is commonplace” To support a positive experience for all colleagues we are committed to considering all requests for flexible working, in line with service needs. We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI), and we strive to ensure our workforce reflects the communities we serve. We actively encourage applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds to help us grow, innovate, and improve. If you wish to be considered under the Disability Confident Scheme, you will be guaranteed an interview if you meet the essential criteria for the role. If you need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact us on as early as possible so we can support you. Please note: • We do not accept unsolicited contact from recruitment agencies. Hiring managers should not be contacted directly. We may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications. If you have a disability or long‑term health condition and need extra time or adjustments to complete your application, please contact us as soon as possible. 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