Junior Sister/ Charge Nurse

NHS

  • London
  • £46,419-55,046 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 21 mins ago
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced and motivated band 6 staff nurse.Here at Barts Heart Centre we have 10 cath labs that provide treatment for patients undergoing a variety of elective procedures, interventional, electrophysiology and TAVI. Our cardiac catheter labs also support our nationally recognised emergency heart attack, arrhythmia and structural pathways. We also provide specialist cardiology services for heart failure, endocarditis, grown up congenital heart and inherited cardiac conditions.You will have an opportunity to rotate internally between Cardiology Intervention, Electrophysiology & Structural in order to develop a full range of skills and be supported with in house training.We have created exciting opportunities for experienced Cath Lab nurses to develop clinically in advanced nursing practices such as Implantable Loop recorders Implantations and Nurse-Led Radial Access.Main duties of the jobYou will need significant experience in cardiology cath lab and be able to demonstrate advanced clinical knowledge. You will be expected to take an active role in helping us to continuously improve on our patient centred care.Excellent communication skills are essential with a proven ability to support; mentor & line manage junior staff. Applicants will be expected to support the Senior Sister and Charge Nurse both clinically and operationally with the role offering significant development opportunities for the successful candidate.Part of the country's largest Heart centre, the Education, training and development are an important philosophy of the units and access is provided to courses both in-house and at partner universities.Our cath lab is lucky enough to have their own dedicated Education Sister who supports all staff in their development and works closely with new startersAbout usBarts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain's leading healthcare providers.The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.DetailsDate posted04 September 2025Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 6Salary£46,419 to £55,046 a year per annum incContractPermanentWorking patternFull-timeReference number259-7145430SBH-AJob locationsSt Bartholomew's HospitalLondonEC1A 7BEJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesThe full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.We are dedicated to being an outstanding place to work and will work with you to get the best experience. We know flexible working is not a one size fits all and will mean something different to everyone. We are inclusive, so if you are interested in flexible working, please speak to the recruiting manager. Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesThe full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.We are dedicated to being an outstanding place to work and will work with you to get the best experience. We know flexible working is not a one size fits all and will mean something different to everyone. We are inclusive, so if you are interested in flexible working, please speak to the recruiting manager.Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential
  • RGN/RN
  • Intravenous accreditation
Desirable
  • oAccredited teaching or mentoring qualification.
  • oCardiac specialist modules.
ExperienceEssential
  • oDemonstrable experience working within a similar clinical or specialty area.
  • oProven ability to manage a team or lead shifts
  • oExperience in mentoring , teaching, and supporting junior staff or students
SkillsEssential
  • oExcellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • oAbility to prioritize workloads and manage time effectively under pressure
  • oAbility to work as a team member.
  • oDemonstrates clear verbal and written communication skills.
  • oPositive attitude and ability to work under pressure.
  • oAdaptability to changing workload.
  • oWilling to broaden knowledge and learn specific competencies.
  • oAbility to respond positively to constructive criticism.
Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential
  • RGN/RN
  • Intravenous accreditation
Desirable
  • oAccredited teaching or mentoring qualification.
  • oCardiac specialist modules.
ExperienceEssential
  • oDemonstrable experience working within a similar clinical or specialty area.
  • oProven ability to manage a team or lead shifts
  • oExperience in mentoring , teaching, and supporting junior staff or students
SkillsEssential
  • oExcellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • oAbility to prioritize workloads and manage time effectively under pressure
  • oAbility to work as a team member.
  • oDemonstrates clear verbal and written communication skills.
  • oPositive attitude and ability to work under pressure.
  • oAdaptability to changing workload.
  • oWilling to broaden knowledge and learn specific competencies.
  • oAbility to respond positively to constructive criticism.

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