Clinical Sister - Outpatients
| Posting date: | 24 December 2025 |
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| Salary: | £38,682.00 to £46,580.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £38682.00 - £46580.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 05 January 2026 |
| Location: | Gillingham, ME7 5NY |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | C9275-25-0533 |
Summary
To be able to lead, coordinate and run colorectal clinics, general surgeryclinicsand vascular clinics. To support other specialities within the Outpatients Department. Knowledge of, or to gain a clearer understanding of the care needs of vascular patients with complex dressings. To supervise and act as a role model to registered nurses and clinical support workers in running these clinics. To undertake the role as nursing coordinator in running the areas of different specialities and manage staffingaccording to cliniccancellationsandadding. Tobe able to workin accordance withthe consultants of relevant specialities to meet the needs of the team. Manage and co-ordinate the department staffing levels daily to ensure effective use of resources across the department. This includes responsibility for the duty rotas, annual and study leave, and bank usage. You will advise on the level of nursing care and skill-mix for the department, andassistin re-profiling where necessary to improve patient care To be able to ensure theappropriate managementof staff performance, conduct and sickness is in line with Trust Policy andmaintainkeep staff records up to date. Ensure that all staff in the areaundergo an annual appraisal and have a personal development planand ensure the provision of support is given to them in achieving these. You willbe involved in ensuring effective use of resources. Ensure that all pressures on the budget are reported appropriately. Investigate in the event of incidents and/or accidents, taking appropriate corrective actions. Ensure all complaints and incidents are reviewed during monthly 1:1 meetings, with necessary actions implemented accordingly You will work closely with the Senior Sister to manage the department. In this position you will communicate effectively, listen to staff and ensure their views are heard. You will also support the Outpatient pathway coordinator by ensuring the day to day clinic checks and note preparations are done effectively in respective areas