Deputy Sister/Charge Nurse
| Posting date: | 07 January 2026 |
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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: | 21 January 2026 |
| Location: | Chichester, PO19 6SE |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | C9279-26-0028 |
Summary
You will be responsible for the assessment, planning and implementation of care and assists in the interpretation of data relevant to the patients condition and progress with regards to their discharge. Assist in the identification of patient problems and needs with the patient, their carers, senior nursing staff and other staff as appropriate Identify the priorities of care for patients Identify realistic goals for patients in care plans Organise time for staff development and teaching around orthopaedic nursing skills. Assist the ward manager in liaising with speciality lead clinicians and consultants regarding effective use of the wards resources Administer drugs and treatments as prescribed according to the NMC guidelines and the Trusts Guidelines for the Safe and Secure Handling of Medicines Change/ update care plans and goals according to evaluation and discussion with the multidisciplinary team Demonstrates an understanding and skill in the care and management of the critically ill patient Work closely with all members of the care team to ensure the needs of the critically ill patient are met Maintain accurate documentation to facilitate the continuity of care for patients transferred to other areas Ensure that discharge review documentation is completed and reimbursement material is communicated to relevant body in timely fashion Liaise with nursing and clerical staff to enable efficient administration of ward work Liaise with Hospital discharge team in ensuring reductions in patient length of stay are achieved. Act as patient/carer advocate at all times Will be able to reflect on care implemented on the ward and ensure it accurately reflects the standards of care expected.