Job summary
- Main area
- Acute Ambulatory Medicine
- Grade
- Band 6
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Part time - 27 hours per week
- Job ref
- 279-7563881-OCT25
- Employer
- 279 University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Princess Royal Hospital
- Town
- Haywards Heath
- Salary
- £38,682 - £46,580 per annum pro rata
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 10/11/2025 23:59
Employer heading
Junior Charge Nurse / Sister
Band 6
About our Trust
At UHSussex we’re proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK’s largest acute trusts, we’re a leading example of the excellence, the ambition and the values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.
Our hard-working, talented and dedicated people work together towards a common goal – to deliver Excellent Care Everywhere for our patients, our people and our communities. Whatever your role here at UHSussex you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex.
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us deliver Excellent Care Everywhere. 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 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We value compassion, inclusion and respect as our core values. 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, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - 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.
As part of our commitment to access for all, please see the different ways you can access the application form: https://apps.trac.jobs/accessibility?_ts=1
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
Job overview
This role is eligible for visa sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route however sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements set by UKVI, including the relevant skill and salary thresholds (£25000), and any role-specific criteria.
Are you ready to take the next step in your nursing career?
Join our dynamic Same Day Emergency Care (SDEC) and Medical Day Case Unit (MDCU) at the Princess Royal Hospital, where every day brings fresh challenges, teamwork, and the chance to make a real impact on patient care.
As a Junior Charge Nurse/Sister, you will lead a skilled and motivated team, ensuring safe, efficient patient flow and excellent care for ambulatory emergency patients. Working closely with the multidisciplinary team, you will help shape services, drive innovation, and deliver “Excellent Care Every Time” – the hallmark of University Hospitals Sussex.
This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced Band 6 or a confident Band 5 ready to step up. You’ll be supported with strong mentorship, professional development, and encouragement to reach your potential.
If you’re passionate about delivering high-quality, evidence-based care and leading by example, we’d love to hear from you. Informal visits are welcomed.
Main duties of the job
As a Junior Charge Nurse/Sister in Same Day Emergency Care (SDEC) and the Medical Day Case Unit (MDCU), you will take a key leadership role in delivering high-quality, evidence-based care to patients requiring urgent assessment and treatment on an ambulatory pathway.
You will lead shifts and coordinate daily activity across both units, ensuring safe, efficient and compassionate care. Working closely with the Emergency Department, Acute Medical Unit and wider multidisciplinary teams, you will support patient flow and admission avoidance through timely assessment, treatment and discharge.
You will act as a visible clinical leader and role model, supporting, motivating and developing nursing and support staff to ensure a positive, professional and high-performing team culture. You will foster learning and wellbeing, contribute to the supervision of junior staff and students, and uphold the highest standards of care and professionalism.
You will promote innovation and quality improvement, encouraging ideas that enhance patient experience, safety and service delivery. Effective communication and collaboration will be central to your role, alongside maintaining governance and safety standards through audit and reflection.
This is a rewarding leadership role combining hands-on clinical care with opportunities to shape service development, support colleagues and improve patient outcomes.
Working for our organisation
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, 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 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
Candidate Pack https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/resources/candidate-information-pack/
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Why join us?
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Be part of an innovative, forward-thinking team focused on ambulatory care and admission avoidance.
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Develop leadership and decision-making skills while supporting staff and learners.
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Work in a supportive environment that values teamwork, respect, and inclusion.
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Access excellent learning and development opportunities
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and motivated nurse to take on a leadership role within our Same Day Emergency Care (SDEC) and Medical Day Case Unit (MDCU) at Princess Royal Hospital.
As Junior Charge Nurse/Sister, you will provide visible clinical leadership, supporting the safe and effective delivery of patient care while coordinating daily operations within the units. Working closely with the multidisciplinary teams—including the Emergency Department and Acute Medical Unit—you will help maintain patient flow, support admission avoidance pathways, and ensure high standards of evidence-based care.
You will contribute to staff development, wellbeing and service improvement, encouraging innovation and teamwork to enhance the patient and staff experience.
Further details of the role, responsibilities and person specification can be found in the attached Job Description and Person Specification document.
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.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- ENB 998/Mentorship qualification (or equivalent)
- NMC registration with current PIN
- Edward Jenner programme (or working towards)
- Educated to Diploma level education in relevant subject or equivalent
Desirable criteria
- Degree-level study or leadership training
- Care of the Acutely Ill Module (or equivalent)
- ILS provider
- Degree or Masters level post qualification studies
Experience
Essential criteria
- Demonstrated leadership or shift coordination experience in an acute/emergency care environment
Desirable criteria
- Degree-level study or leadership training (Edward Jenner, etc.)
Clinical Skills
Essential criteria
- Evidence of experience in patient assessment and decision-making in acute settings
Desirable criteria
- Evidence of extended skills (e.g. 12 lead ECG interpretation, USS guided IV access, etc).
Service Improvement and Innovation
Essential criteria
- Experience or interest in quality improvement, patient flow management, or service redesign
Desirable criteria
- Experience leading or contributing to service improvement initiatives
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Essential criteria
- Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
- Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Application numbers
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Nelson Pires Sousa
- Job title
- Unit Manager
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01444 441881
- Additional information
SDEC Extension: 68557
Other contact:
Chantel Villiers
Acute Floor Matron
01444 441881 Extension 68530
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