Junior Sister / Charge Nurse Uk Visa Sponsorship
Job Description
Smethwick Dialysis Centre – Join Our Team!
About the Centre:
Smethwick Dialysis Centre is a purpose-built facility that provides high-quality care to patients of University Hospital Birmingham (UHB).
Why Join Us?
At Smethwick Dialysis Centre, job satisfaction extends beyond the role itself. It’s about the lifestyle we offer and the support we provide, which truly sets us apart.
Our team is committed to going the extra mile, ensuring that everyone—whether colleagues, visitors, or patients—feels valued. We foster a culture of honesty and openness, inspire creativity, and continuously challenge ourselves to make meaningful improvements that enhance our patients’ experiences.
We offer a range of great benefits, including:
Enhanced pay for evenings, Saturdays, and Bank Holidays
Flexible working hours
No Sunday or on-call work (except for planned situations like Christmas)
Comprehensive training, professional development, and support
Opportunities for research
A modern, well-equipped environment
Free on-site parking
Main Responsibilities:
Provide clinical leadership, ensuring high standards of patient care are delivered effectively and efficiently in line with the service’s philosophy.
Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care in accordance with local and national guidelines.
Serve as an Autonomous Practitioner in a haemodialysis setting, working within established protocols and guidelines.
Supervise and mentor pre/post-registration students and junior staff.
Act as Clinical Shift Leader, taking charge of the unit in the absence of the ward manager.
Anticipate and respond to the changing needs of patients and families.
Supervise junior and unregistered nurses in caring for chronically ill renal patients.
Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to ensure holistic patient care.
Contribute to fostering a learning culture, promoting growth and development of nursing staff and students.
Complete required competencies and training to fully perform the role.
About Us:
UHB is one of the UK’s leading NHS Foundation Trusts, with a vision to “Build Healthier Lives.” We are committed to creating the best environment for our staff, investing in their wellbeing, and supporting both their personal and professional growth.
We pride ourselves on fostering a culture of inclusivity, where every staff member feels valued and empowered to reach their potential. This is reflected in our active staff networks, the work of the Fairness Taskforce, and our commitment to an equitable, supportive workplace.
University Hospitals Birmingham is a smoke-free hospital.
Job Requirements:
Qualifications:
Registered Adult Nurse on the NMC register.
Experience:
Substantial post-registration experience in a complex healthcare or acute NHS setting, including supervising and mentoring junior staff.
Professional/clinical knowledge, supplemented by specialist training and CPD.
Experience in practice-based supervision/assessment as per NMC standards for student supervision.
Experience mentoring undergraduate students.
Demonstrated leadership skills, including shift leadership, team coordination, and resource management.
Ability to lead change and support clinical developments.
Understanding of NHS policy and clinical governance.
Additional Skills:
Competence in expanded clinical practice.
Excellent communication skills (written, verbal, IT).
Ability to work under pressure and manage competing demands.
Ability to handle complex and challenging clinical situations.
Enthusiastic, approachable, and flexible.
Ability to inspire and lead a team.
Willingness to work flexible shifts, including day/night duties and unsocial hours.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check:
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, requiring a Disclosure and Barring Service check for any criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship:
Applications from job seekers requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship will be considered alongside all other applications. Please refer to the UK Visas and Immigration website for more information.
Contact Information:
For more information or help with your application, contact:
Jennifer Fryatt
Email: jennifer.fryatt@uhb.nhs.uk
Phone: 0121 371 8321
Apply Today and Make a Difference at Smethwick Dialysis Centre!
