Nursing Sister

A "nursing sister," also commonly referred to as a "ward sister" or "charge nurse," is a senior registered nurse who holds primary responsibility for the overall management and nursing care within a specific ward or unit in a hospital, overseeing the nursing team and ensuring high standards of patient care are maintained; this includes delegating tasks, monitoring patient conditions, and coordinating with other healthcare professionals. Key responsibilities of a nursing sister:

- **Clinical leadership**:Leading the nursing team on the ward, providing clinical guidance and ensuring best practices are followed.
- **Patient care management**:Assessing patient needs, developing care plans, administering medications, and monitoring patient progress.
- **Staff supervision**:Delegating tasks to junior nurses, providing training and support, and evaluating their performance.
- **Communication and coordination**:Acting as a liaison between doctors, other healthcare professionals, and patients/families, ensuring clear communication regarding patient status.
- **Quality assurance**:Monitoring standards of care within the ward, identifying areas for improvement, and implementing necessary changes.
- **Incident reporting**:Documenting any adverse events or complications, taking appropriate actions to address issues

Important points to note:

- The term "nursing sister" is primarily used in the UK and some Commonwealth countries.
- Depending on the healthcare facility, a nursing sister may have additional responsibilities like managing ward budgets, overseeing equipment maintenance, and ensuring compliance with hospital policies.

Required Qualification & Skills:
To become a nursing sister, you'll need to meet educational requirements and demonstrate certain skills. Educational requirements
- Pass a nursing program from a recognized nursing school or college
- Register with the state nursing council
- Have a nursing degree, such as a B.Sc. in Nursing or a Diploma in General Nursing Medicine

**Skills**:

- Be able to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care
- Be able to work as part of a team and independently
- Have good communication skills, including bedside manner and telephone skills
- Have good interpersonal skills
- Be able to prioritize care
- Be self-motivated
- Be able to reflect and encourage others to do so
- Have knowledge of clinical governance
- Have knowledge of safe care and staffing numbers

Other considerations
- Some roles may require leadership experience or training
- Some roles may require knowledge of basic assessment protocols for chronic conditions and lifestyle factors
- Some roles may require knowledge of urological conditions
- Some roles may require knowledge of clinical risk and individual responsibility to health and safety

Work Location: In person

Application Deadline: 28/02/2025