Job overview

Do you want to lead an exciting new service and help shape frailty care from day one?

The Harbour Frailty Same Day Emergency Care (SDEC) service at Newton Abbot Hospital is launching, and we are seeking an experienced Sister / Charge Nurse to support the coordination and day-to-day running of this innovative new unit.

The Harbour provides a patient-centred alternative to hospital admission, delivering same-day assessment, treatment and discharge for older people living with frailty. This role is key to ensuring a smooth patient journey, maintaining high standards of care, and supporting staff within a fast-paced multidisciplinary environment.

As the Band 6 Sister / Charge Nurse, you will:

• Take charge of the coordination of the unit and the shift
• Provide clinical leadership and act as a role model for the team
• Support safe, effective patient flow and high-quality care delivery
• Work closely with the MDT, patients and families
• Support staff development and maintain Trust and NMC standards

We are looking for a confident, adaptable leader who thrives in dynamic clinical settings and is passionate about delivering high-quality frailty and same day emergency care.

If you are ready to step into a leadership role, make a real difference, and be part of building a new service you can be proud of — we want to hear from you. Contact  Sister Helen Thatcher on 01626 324608

Main duties of the job

• To work as part of a team demonstrating effective communication, and working collaboratively with colleagues inside and out of the department.
• To provide a service that is tailored to meet the needs of the individual and to understand what our patients need and be adaptable and responsive.
• Support and develop Junior Staff
• Lead Board/MDT rounds (SAFER)
• Role model and lead the way to excellent care

Working for our organisation

We are looking for a passionate and committed Band 6 ward sister/ charge nurse who has an interest in Frailty /Elderly care/ dementia care or is interested in gaining a broad knowledge around this fantastic area of nursing.

You will work as a Registered Nurse within a multidisciplinary team. To promote and maintain a safe clinical environment for all patients, their carers, visitors and staff.

To comply with the Trust's values and expected behaviours and deliver a high standard of care in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team.  

To ensure care, assessments, treatment and documentation is delivered in line with Guidelines and to act as an advocate for patients, their families and staff.