NHS
Development Band 6 Sister/Charge Nurse Intensive Care Unit
NHS, Bath, New York, United States
Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust
Development Band 6 Sister/Charge Nurse Intensive Care Unit
The closing date is 11 January 2026
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a developmental band 6 within the ICU team. We are looking to appoint enthusiastic and motivated ICU nurses who wish to develop their leadership skills post ICU courses. You will be supported by our senior nurses and education team to develop your with knowledge, skills and attitude to become a competent and confident band 6 ICU nurse. We will provide:
Supernumerary orientation, individualised to your professional needs.
In house leadership programme.
You will be required to work according to the NMC Code of Professional Conduct and relevant professional guidelines as a named nurse for a defined group of patients and take responsibility for:
The assessment of care and health education needs;
The development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care including discharge planning for each patient.
To be designated to manage the ward/department and/or act as a deputy to the person holding continuing responsibility.
To promote and participate in the implementation of the RUH Nursing strategy:
Reviewing nursing practice and implementing appropriate changes based on research/best practice.
Developing and implementing audit, quality and risk management initiatives.
Participate in clinical supervision appropriately, to teach and act as a facilitator/mentor/preceptor to nursing or non-nursing staff.
Main duties of the job The successful candidate will be expected to work clinically within the multidisciplinary team, maintain high standards of practice while supporting staff on a shift by shift basic and provide clinical leadership and decision making.
The post holder will be required to be an enthusiastic and integral member of our established and committed team, and provide and supervise the delivery of excellent patient care. The candidate will provide effective clinical leadership and management of the team in the Intensive Care Unit and demonstrate the ability to manage their time by prioritising and organising their working. They must demonstrate current personal development; have a good understanding and involvement in improving patient safety, risk reduction and development of others and general support for peers, junior and senior colleagues.
About us At the RUH we're proud to put people at the heart of what we do, working together as one team to make a difference for our patients, each other, and our community. No matter what your role is, we value everyone's contribution in supporting the exceptional, person-centered care we pride ourselves on.
We are committed to creating a compassionate and inclusive environment. This can be seen in our growing community of staff networks - celebrating successes and creating opportunities to listen and learn. We value our differences, champion kindness and civility, and truly believe that diversity makes us stronger.
A culture of learning, developing and innovating is the thread that runs throughout our whole organisation. We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential.
We value staff wellbeing, with a well-established programme of support. We believe in a holistic approach spanning all aspects of living a healthy life, including physical, emotional, spiritual and financial wellbeing. We’ve even got a pool!
We are committed to supporting you and hope you want to join our team. In the meantime, find out more about living and working the beautiful historic city of Bath, learn about our extensive package of staff benefits, and read about how we’re providing healthcare fit for the future with the landmark Dyson Cancer Centre and our passion for research.
Job responsibilities Please find attached to the vacancy a detailed person specification and job description for further information about this role.
Person Specification Knowledge and skills
Relevant ICU experience at Band 5 or Band 6 in Intensive Care
Thorough and up-to-date intensive care knowledge of nursing theory.
Demonstrate ability to manage a group of ICU patients independently
Understanding of the basic principles of effective staff management.
Demonstrates experience of taking charge and delegating duties within the speciality
Demonstrate an insight into management issues e.g. sickness management, conflict resolution
Understanding of the basic principles of effective budgetary management.
values
Pro‑active and takes responsibility
Approachable
Work within a team
Professional attitude
Qualifications
Registered Nurse with active NMC registration
Evidence of significant post registration study specifically related to Intensive Care
Evidence of completion of Step1, 2 and 3 national competency framework for adult critical care nurses
Management and leadership training
Demonstrates an insight into management issues
ILS/ALS certification
Paediatric critical care qualification and clinical experience or willingness to undertake relevant study.
Roster management and applying the principles of safe staffing.
Skills
Band 5 experience 2 years or more
Significant experience within critical care setting.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust
£38,682 to £46,580 a yearper annum, pro-rata (if part time)
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A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a developmental band 6 within the ICU team. We are looking to appoint enthusiastic and motivated ICU nurses who wish to develop their leadership skills post ICU courses. You will be supported by our senior nurses and education team to develop your with knowledge, skills and attitude to become a competent and confident band 6 ICU nurse. We will provide:
Supernumerary orientation, individualised to your professional needs.
In house leadership programme.
You will be required to work according to the NMC Code of Professional Conduct and relevant professional guidelines as a named nurse for a defined group of patients and take responsibility for:
The assessment of care and health education needs;
The development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care including discharge planning for each patient.
To be designated to manage the ward/department and/or act as a deputy to the person holding continuing responsibility.
To promote and participate in the implementation of the RUH Nursing strategy:
Reviewing nursing practice and implementing appropriate changes based on research/best practice.
Developing and implementing audit, quality and risk management initiatives.
Participate in clinical supervision appropriately, to teach and act as a facilitator/mentor/preceptor to nursing or non-nursing staff.
Main duties of the job The successful candidate will be expected to work clinically within the multidisciplinary team, maintain high standards of practice while supporting staff on a shift by shift basic and provide clinical leadership and decision making.
The post holder will be required to be an enthusiastic and integral member of our established and committed team, and provide and supervise the delivery of excellent patient care. The candidate will provide effective clinical leadership and management of the team in the Intensive Care Unit and demonstrate the ability to manage their time by prioritising and organising their working. They must demonstrate current personal development; have a good understanding and involvement in improving patient safety, risk reduction and development of others and general support for peers, junior and senior colleagues.
About us At the RUH we're proud to put people at the heart of what we do, working together as one team to make a difference for our patients, each other, and our community. No matter what your role is, we value everyone's contribution in supporting the exceptional, person-centered care we pride ourselves on.
We are committed to creating a compassionate and inclusive environment. This can be seen in our growing community of staff networks - celebrating successes and creating opportunities to listen and learn. We value our differences, champion kindness and civility, and truly believe that diversity makes us stronger.
A culture of learning, developing and innovating is the thread that runs throughout our whole organisation. We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential.
We value staff wellbeing, with a well-established programme of support. We believe in a holistic approach spanning all aspects of living a healthy life, including physical, emotional, spiritual and financial wellbeing. We’ve even got a pool!
We are committed to supporting you and hope you want to join our team. In the meantime, find out more about living and working the beautiful historic city of Bath, learn about our extensive package of staff benefits, and read about how we’re providing healthcare fit for the future with the landmark Dyson Cancer Centre and our passion for research.
Job responsibilities Please find attached to the vacancy a detailed person specification and job description for further information about this role.
Person Specification Knowledge and skills
Relevant ICU experience at Band 5 or Band 6 in Intensive Care
Thorough and up-to-date intensive care knowledge of nursing theory.
Demonstrate ability to manage a group of ICU patients independently
Understanding of the basic principles of effective staff management.
Demonstrates experience of taking charge and delegating duties within the speciality
Demonstrate an insight into management issues e.g. sickness management, conflict resolution
Understanding of the basic principles of effective budgetary management.
values
Pro‑active and takes responsibility
Approachable
Work within a team
Professional attitude
Qualifications
Registered Nurse with active NMC registration
Evidence of significant post registration study specifically related to Intensive Care
Evidence of completion of Step1, 2 and 3 national competency framework for adult critical care nurses
Management and leadership training
Demonstrates an insight into management issues
ILS/ALS certification
Paediatric critical care qualification and clinical experience or willingness to undertake relevant study.
Roster management and applying the principles of safe staffing.
Skills
Band 5 experience 2 years or more
Significant experience within critical care setting.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust
£38,682 to £46,580 a yearper annum, pro-rata (if part time)
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