Job summary
- Main area
- Nursing and Midwifery
- Grade
- Band 6
- Contract
- Permanent: Fixed term also available
- Hours
- Full time
- Part time
- Job ref
- 188-SNM080826
- Employer
- University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- CTA General Intensive Care Unit
- Town
- Southampton
- Salary
- £39,959 to £48,117 per annum, pro rata
- Closing
- 01/09/2026 23:59
Employer heading
Junior Sister/Charge nurse (GICU)
Band 6
Job overview
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Please see below for detailed job description of the role.
Main duties of the job
GICU is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity for highly motivated, friendly and enthusiastic nurses to join our expanding service. This post requires individuals to cover a full range of shifts (nights and days) and have flexibility to cover any day of the week.
If you enjoy the challenge of working in a busy environment and you are looking for a position which will continually challenge and develop you, then could be the perfect opportunity.
The General Intensive Care Unit (GICU) at UHS is a 30 bedded facility caring for patients with diverse and complex injuries and illnesses, delivering high-quality nursing care to those requiring level 3 and level 2 care.
As part of a dynamic multidisciplinary team, you will provide expert care to critically ill patients and their families in a fast-paced and rewarding environment.
The unit is committed to delivering excellent patient care while supporting staff development, education, and professional growth.
Working for our organisation
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated ‘Good’ by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.
We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.
Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 30% lower than London and 17 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.
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Detailed job description and main responsibilities
You should be able to work effectively in pressurised situations with maturity, motivation, and enthusiasm.
You will demonstrate strong leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and support a team in an evolving environment. Compassion, commitment, and a dedication to delivering safe, high-quality care to patients and their relatives are essential.
You will need to have:
NMC registration as a Registered Nurse
9 months post-qualification experience in Critical Care following completion of a recognised Critical Care qualification.
Evidence of supporting learners in practice experience.
Evidence of management experience
Clinical and Leadership Ability
Up to date experience of working in a Critical Care setting
Good interpersonal, communication skills
The successful candidate will be required to:
To take charge of the Unit on a regular basis in the absence of a senior nurse.
To assess, plan, implement and evaluate individualised care, providing support to other members of the multidisciplinary team.
To lead, motivate and supervise the professional work of nursing staff at Band 5 and below, exercising good leadership and control.
For an overview of the position, please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification document. This includes a detailed breakdown of the key responsibilities, role expectations, and the qualifications we are looking for.
Person specification
Qualifications, knowledge and experience
Essential criteria
- Qualified Nurse (Degree/Diploma)
- Registered nurse on appropriate part of the register
- Significant post registration experience / qualification / training, including experience and knowledge within relevant speciality
- Ward management experience
- Knowledge of current issues within acute Health Service
- Experience in an acute hospital setting
- Provide evidence of supporting / managing a range of learners in practice
- Provide evidence of supporting colleagues to promote effective learning in practice
- Ability to demonstrate clinical decision making and judgement
Desirable criteria
- Experience in handling adverse events and complaints
- Appraisal skills
- Act in the role of Practice Assessor or supporting the progression of learners / supporting challenges as needed
- Some insight into budget management
Trust Values and Behaviours
Essential criteria
- Patients First
- Always Improving
- Working Together
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.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Sally Smith
- Job title
- GICU Senior Sister
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 02381206118
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