Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Endoscopy Junior Sister/Charge Nurse
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Role Description
The post holder will be a clearly identifiable senior clinical staff member, and team leader. They will have significant clinical experience, provide sound clinical expertise to their team, and coordinate and deliver high quality care. They will be a role model for expert clinical care, and lead on specific projects / management functions as delegated by the Senior Sister / Lead Nurse. They will role model the identified Trust values at all times.
In general settings, they will be the assigned deputy for their manager, generally known as a Junior Sister / Charge Nurse, coordinating clinical, managerial and education requirements of the area, and being a role model for team members, whilst delivering and overseeing high standards of care. In midwifery settings they will be called a Midwife.
In specialist settings, they will have a significant level of specialist clinical knowledge and expertise in the clinical functions of care delivery. They will provide advice and guidance also, and generally be known as a senior staff nurse.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Clinical Leadership
- Act as a senior clinical leader and visible role model for high standards of patient care
- Provide expert clinical advice, guidance, and support to the team
- Ensure delivery of safe, effective, and patient-centred care
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Care Coordination & Management
- Coordinate the day-to-day clinical activities of the ward/department
- Deputise for the Senior Sister/Charge Nurse or Lead Nurse as required
- Support effective staffing, skill mix, and workload allocation
Quality & Patient Safety
- Maintain and monitor high standards of care and patient safety
- Lead on quality improvement initiatives, audits, and service development projects
- Ensure compliance with Trust policies, procedures, and regulatory standards
Staff Support & Development
- Supervise, mentor, and support junior staff and students
- Contribute to staff training, education, and ongoing professional development
- Promote a positive, supportive team environment
Professional Role Modelling
- Demonstrate and uphold the Trust’s values at all times
- Promote compassionate, respectful, and inclusive care
- Act as an ambassador for excellence in clinical practice
About Our Trust
Our Trust is one of England's top-performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sites—Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital—along with award-winning clinics across North West London.
Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5m, providing full clinical services including maternity, A&E and children’s services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health care. The CQC rates us Good in safety, effectiveness, care and responsiveness, and Outstanding in leadership and resource use.
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We continually invest in our facilities, including a £30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and an £80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Mid.
We are delivering sustainable healthcare through our Green Plan. In line with Greener NHS ambitions, we aim for net zero carbon emissions by 2045. Achieving this requires collective effort. We encourage staff to reduce their impact on carbon, waste and pollution wherever possible. Every action counts to create a healthier, more sustainable future.
We are committed to equal opportunities and believe diversity drives innovation and excellence. We welcome applications from the global majority, veterans and underrepresented communities, valuing the perspectives they bring.
Application Process
If you haven’t heard from us within 3 weeks of the closing date, your application was likely unsuccessful. Employment is subject to a six-month probation. Some roles may require weekend shifts at multiple sites.
For further details / informal visits contact:
- Name: Maricel Ramos
- Job title: Senior Sister
- Email address: maricel.ramos1@nhs.net
- Telephone number: 0208 321 2585
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