An amazing new job opportunity has arisen for an experienced charge nurse to work within the specialist DBT ward in one of UK's leading healthcare companies As a Charge Nurse you will be working in the West Sussex area.

The prestigious service offers the opportunity to gain experience across many specialist mental health disciplines including Secure Services, a DBT Locked Rehabilitation service, HDU Services and Acute care.

As a Charge Nurse your day to day duties include:

• Being a clear leader for the nursing team on the ward and managing shifts
• Deputising for the Ward Manager providing cover and assisting with the day to day management of the ward and team
• Providing high quality care and leading by example to junior staff 
• Developing therapeutic relationships to optimise patient engagement
• Following all codes of conduct, standards and legislation, respecting the rights of others and promoting ethical practice
• Contributing to patient assessments, compiling a plan of care alongside the individual, and monitoring patient progress
• Mentoring, supporting and supervising student nurses and other members of the team
• Promoting professional development within the team
• Carrying out sit coordination duties when required

An ideal Charge Nurse should be a hardworking, confident individual and must have these skills and experience as they are beneficial for this position:

·         Experience in a supervisory role

·         At least 3 years post registration experience

·         The ability to assess and teach junior staff

·         A proven ability to co-ordinate care, prioritise tasks and manage Health & Safety issues

·         The drive to learn and develop

·         A commitment to patient-centred care and to values-based and evidence-based practice

·         Able to show a can-do attitude always

The successful Charge Nurse will receive an excellent salary of £40,289. This exciting position is full time. In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits:

**£5000 Welcome Bonus**

·         25 days’ annual leave increasing to 30 days with length of service - plus 8 bank holidays.

·         Relocation support (including payment for accommodation or moving costs), paid as a lump sum

·         Subsidised Professional Membership and Registration

·         Career development through Staff Nurse grading system

·         Free meals/refreshments when on duty

·         Free car parking

·         Payment into the pension scheme

·         Private medical cover and Life assurance

To be considered for this position you must be a qualified nurse.

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To apply for this fantastic job role, please call Beth Collins on 0121 638 0567 or send your CV to [email protected]