Job overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Sister/Charge Nurse post within the surgical division to join a dynamic and growing team.

Nutfield Ward is a 28 bedded ward caring for patients with varying needs predominantly within the surgical specialties.

To provide leadership, support and supervision to junior colleagues and to act as a role model in the assessing, planning, implementation, evaluation and delivery of a high standard to care for patients attending being cared for in the ward.

The post holder will:

Work as part of a team to provide a safe, effective, efficient care environment for patients, relatives and carers in Nutfield Ward.

Be expected to work autonomously and independently, be in charge shifts as well as daily running of the department

Provide advice and support to junior staff.  Be active in the development of staff and provision of training.

The department focuses on staff development actively seeks and creates opportunities for professional growth and development both within the Trust and utilizing external sources.

The service we provide is 24/7 therefore the post holder will be part of a shift rotation.

Main duties of the job

For further information, please see the attached trust job description and person specification for a full list of duties and responsibilities.

Working for our organisation

We are a leading local employer with a diverse workforce of approximately 6,000 staff, dedicated to providing healthcare services to a growing population of around 780,000 individuals.

Our Trust provides both emergency and planned healthcare across East Surrey, North-East West Sussex, and South Croydon – covering towns like Crawley, Horsham, Reigate, and Redhill. Our main hospital, East Surrey in Redhill, offers a full range of acute and specialist services and is also the closest trauma unit to Gatwick Airport. We also provide outpatient, diagnostic, and planned care services at sites including The Earlswood Centre, Caterham Dene Hospital, Oxted Health Centre, Crawley Hospital, and Horsham Hospital.

We are proud to be an inclusive employer, and we work hard to create an environment where everyone feels valued and supported. At our Trust, we strive to be the best place to work and receive care. We are dedicated to supporting you in your current role while helping you grow and develop your career. As part of our team, you will have access to excellent training opportunities, flexible working, dedicated support networks, and a strong emphasis on health and wellbeing to ensure a thriving and positive work environment.