Sister/Charge Nurse

Sister/Charge Nurse - Gynaecology Daphne Ward Go back Cambridge University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust The closing date is 14 January 2026 We have an exciting opportunity for a Registered Nurse to join our Gynaecology Ward as a Sister/Charge Nurse within the Rosie Hospital. You will be supporting the Senior Sister in the provision of expert leadership to guide and direct the team in the implementation of safe, evidence-based care looking after patients within the Reproductive Medicine, Urogynaecology, Breast, Gynae-Oncology specialities within the Gynaecology Service. You will be given dedicated time to provide practice development support for your staff supporting them in the development of their surgical nursing and gynaecology skills. You will also act as a Deputy for the Senior Sister in her absence across the full range of management responsibilities, including bed management and staff management. This is a 7 day service and will require working days, nights and weekends. If you think this is the opportunity for you, please do not hesitate to apply. Main duties of the job To deputise for the Senior Sister in her absence across the full range of management responsibilities, including bed management and staff management. To assist the Senior Sister with the recruitment, selection and interviewing of staff. To be responsible for the assessment of care needs, the development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care without supervision. To assist in the setting and implementation of objectives and appraisal of trained staff, learners and professional care workers and to provide a caring working environment in which staff can maximise their potential and develop skills in clinical practice, teaching and ward/clinic management. To act as a role model and promote effective team work across the service to meet the needs of the patients. To co-ordinate and deliver safe and effective nursing care within the unit at night, liaising with the 984 and 707 bleep holders. Making sure the safer nursing tool is complete 3 time a day. To assess triage emergencies in an out of hours service on the ward. To actively participate in the provision of both the inpatient miscarriage and termination of pregnancy pathways/services, based on an open, trusting and non-judgmental approach to care. Take any necessary blood samples to aid diagnosis and cannulate as directed by local agreed protocols/guidelines. To facilitate training and professional development for all grades of nursing staff. About us Come Nurse with us... Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the country. It comprises Addenbrooke's Hospital and the Rosie Hospital. We provide accessible high-quality healthcare for the local people of Cambridge and regional and national specialist services. It's a great place to nurse, work and live. You will work on a vibrant hospital campus with a friendly community feel; we have excellent facilities to practise your skills and abilities to support your career pathway and development. Our values of Together - Safe, Kind, Excellent support the delivery of outstanding care. We have a fully electronic patient record system that is improving health‑care quality; this is transforming services, improving patient safety and clinical outcomes. Why choose Cambridge University Hospitals? Our values and reputation for outstanding care Opportunities to experience a range of specialities Career and development opportunities Preceptorship and mentoring programmes delivered by a dedicated clinical education support team Research experience and opportunities Lovely location and quality of life Excellent schools/colleges and transport links (road, rail and air) Job responsibilities Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities. Please note: - Internal applicants on permanent contracts can apply for this post as a secondment. For secondments you must have the approval of your line manager before applying. If you are an internal applicant currently on a fixed term contract you are able to apply for this as a fixed term position. For NHS Cambridgeshire and Peterborough based roles, all applicants from NHS Cambridgeshire and Peterborough who have identified that they are at risk of redundancy will be prioritised over those not at risk. However, interviews cannot be guaranteed. This vacancy will close at midnight on 14 January 2026 Interviews are due to be held in the week commencing 26 January 2026 Benefits to you At Cambridge University Hospitals, we want to do all we can to support good working days. We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits, including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse and day nurseries. Our good work programme currently includes providing reduced cost Stagecoach bus travel to and from Cambridge University Hospital site. Park and Ride bus journeys between Babraham Road and Trumpington sites are free, as is the route to and from Cambridge train station and our hospitals. We also subsidise the cost of parking on site for eligible staff. On CUH campus, hot food is available 24/7 and at a reduced cost for colleagues. Recently we launched the first of our staff pod break spaces. Located in the Deakin Centre, we have a purpose-created colleague-only caf, with free tea and coffee, a break space and private outside area for colleagues to rest, refuel and recharge. Just one of the ways we are working hard to support good working days at CUH. CUH is committed to assisting employees in achieving a good work‑life balance irrespective of role or personal circumstances. Flexible arrangements may include, but are not limited to, part‑time working, job‑share, term‑time working and flexible start and finish times. Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases, alternative working hours will be considered. We welcome applications from the Armed Forces. Person Specification Qualifications Current registration with the NMC as an adult nurse Evidence of continued professional development Completion of a leadership program Qualification in acute care management and acute care scenario training. Experience Relative length of experience in gynaecological nursing at Band 5 Experience of team leading and evidence of extensive take charge experience. Worked within an early pregnancy unit or gynaecology ward Experience as a team leader Experience in team development e.g. appraisal and sickness management Experience of bleep holding Experience as a Band 6 in another speciality i.e. surgery Knowledge Good knowledge of current research recommendations with regard to the nursing of early pregnancy and gynaecology emergencies Sound theoretical and practical knowledge of nursing within the clinical area Awareness of Trust and Ward/Department policies Knowledge of mentorship and teaching Knowledge on understanding on ward nursing quality metrics Knowledge on the standard procedure mentioned in the job description Assessment and measurement of quality and safety. Advanced assessment skill Skills Highly developed communication skills Maintenance of confidentiality Identify problems and recommend solutions Positive and effective team worker Awareness and respect for colleagues', patients' and relatives' cultural and emotional needs Willingness to adapt to change as the organisation develops Counselling skills Experience of using EPIC Ability to provide strong and compassionate leadership in order to affect change. Advanced clinical skills in Gynaecology nursing to provide clinical leadership Practical skills teaching Additional Requirements The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of Safe, Kind, Excellent. Be able to work a variety of shift patterns We are looking for an individual who is passionate about Womens Health and will actively participate in the provision of both the inpatient miscarriage and termination of pregnancy pathways/services, based on an open, trusting and non‑judgmental approach to care. Understanding of team working Proactive and professional approach to change Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Cambridge University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust #J-18808-Ljbffr