Frailty SDEC Ward Sister/ Charge nurse

Job overview

Do you want to lead an exciting new service and help shape frailty care from day one?

The Harbour Frailty Same Day Emergency Care (SDEC) service at Newton Abbot Hospital is launching, and we are seeking an experienced Sister / Charge Nurse to support the coordination and day-to-day running of this innovative new unit.

The Harbour provides a patient-centred alternative to hospital admission, delivering same-day assessment, treatment and discharge for older people living with frailty. This role is key to ensuring a smooth patient journey, maintaining high standards of care, and supporting staff within a fast-paced multidisciplinary environment.

As the Band 6 Sister / Charge Nurse, you will:

• Take charge of the coordination of the unit and the shift
• Provide clinical leadership and act as a role model for the team
• Support safe, effective patient flow and high-quality care delivery
• Work closely with the MDT, patients and families
• Support staff development and maintain Trust and NMC standards

We are looking for a confident, adaptable leader who thrives in dynamic clinical settings and is passionate about delivering high-quality frailty and same day emergency care.

If you are ready to step into a leadership role, make a real difference, and be part of building a new service you can be proud of — we want to hear from you.

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• To work as part of a team demonstrating effective communication, and working collaboratively with colleagues inside and out of the department.
• To provide a service that is tailored to meet the needs of the individual and to understand what our patients need and be adaptable and responsive.
• Support and develop Junior Staff
• Lead Board/MDT rounds (SAFER)
• Role model and lead the way to excellent care
• Work closely with the Harbour at Home team

Working for our organisation

We are looking for a passionate and committed Band 6 ward sister/ charge nurse who has an interest in Frailty /Elderly care/ dementia care or is interested in gaining a broad knowledge around this fantastic area of nursing.

You will work as a Registered Nurse within a multidisciplinary team. To promote and maintain a safe clinical environment for all patients, their carers, visitors and staff.

To comply with the Trust's values and expected behaviours and deliver a high standard of care in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team.

To ensure care, assessments, treatment and documentation is delivered in line with Guidelines and to act as an advocate for patients, their families and staff.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

• To provide a high quality service which complies with relevant legislation and NHS Employment check standards.
• To be honest and learn from mistakes, and help to create a “no-blame” culture were people feel able to share and learn from experiences together.
• Support and develop junior staff, act as a role model and lead the way to excellent care.
• Lead Board/MDT rounds (SAFER), delegate explicit roles and responsibilities.
• Keep up to date with Organisational developments, service delivery, clinical and administratively.
• Adhere to the NMC code, Trust protocols, procedures, Job description and Contract.
• Have an awareness of Budget and expenditure, not wasteful of resources.
• Be competent at using and supervising a wide range of specialised Equipment and confident with training.
• Support Staff in reflection, and critical thinking/learning.
• Work alongside the ward manager to develop your own knowledge and skills.
• Follow NMC Documentation guidance, alongside TSDFT Policies, and stay up to date with the Trusts Innovative IT systems.

Full Vacancy details can be found on the attached Job Description/Person Specification. Please refer to your suitability to the post in your supporting information from the role requirements or person specification.

You will be joining the organisation at an exciting time. As the first fully integrated care organisation in England, we are working to improve the way we deliver safe, high-quality health and social care. We have a positive and vibrant working atmosphere, we are proud of our investment in our staff both in terms of developing potential career skills and valuing people.

If you provide support to a family member or friend with health or care needs, we aim to be a Carer-friendly employer. We have a ‘Staff Carers’ policy which includes flexible working where possible and a Carer’s Passport scheme that links you into support and discounts.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

• We reserve the right to close vacancies early if we receive a high volume of applications. Therefore, we encourage you to apply promptly.
• Please read the job description carefully and tailor your application to reflect the requirements of the role.
• Applicants who identify in their application form they are a part of the Armed Forces community will be guaranteed an interview, provided they meet the minimum essential criteria outlined in the job description and person specification for the role. Step into Health guidance can be found on our NHS Employers website.
• Correspondence will be sent via Trac, text, and email. Please ensure you check your email and Trac account regularly.
• Applicants with no previous NHS experience will ordinarily be appointed to the minimum of the band.
• If you have not received an invitation to interview within 28 days of the closing date, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
• It is your responsibility to ensure the timely receipt of appropriate references.

The Trust is committed to preventing discrimination, valuing diversity and achieving equality of opportunity. No person (staff, patient or public) will receive less favourable treatment on the grounds of the nine protected characteristics as governed by the Equality Act 2010. If you require support you can obtain this from our Equality Business Forum which has representatives from all protected groups.