Job summary
32 Hours per week

The Acute Surgical Unit (ASU) and Surgical SDEC are seeking an experienced and motivated Registered Nurse to join the team as a Nurse Team Leader. This role is ideal for someone with post registration experience in a surgical or acute setting who is confident in clinical decision making, adaptable, and committed to delivering high quality patient care in a fast paced environment. You will work within a proactive multidisciplinary team caring for a diverse range of acute surgical patients, including direct admissions from the UECC and GP referrals.

The role requires excellent communication skills, strong organisational ability, and the capacity to prioritise effectively while ensuring safe, compassionate care from admission through to timely discharge. As a Nurse Team Leader, you will provide visible leadership, support staff development, and contribute to service improvement and quality initiatives as the unit continues to evolve.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is keen to consolidate and expand their surgical knowledge while supporting the growth of others. The Trust offers a supportive environment with access to continuous professional development and leadership opportunities. If you are enthusiastic, patient focused and ready to take the next step in your leadership journey, we welcome your application.

Main duties of the job
As a Nurse Team Leader on the Acute Surgical Unit/ Surgical SDEC, you will provide strong, visible leadership and take responsibility for supporting the safe and effective delivery of care for Patients on the emergency general surgical/ urology pathways. You will work clinically and take charge of the unit, ensuring coordinated Patient flow and maintaining oversight of activity within a busy and evolving environment.

You will work closely with the multidisciplinary team to ensure individualised care plans are developed and reviewed, supporting safe and timely discharge. You will contribute to clinical governance through audit activity, incident reporting and investigation, and by sharing learning to support continuous improvement. You will also lead and support quality improvement projects, helping to embed best practice and strengthen service performance.

Alongside the Ward Manager, you will undertake key management responsibilities, including supporting service development and contributing to change management initiatives. You will create a positive learning environment, providing education, coaching and mentorship to staff, students and new starters. You will manage concerns and complaints professionally and support roster management to ensure safe staffing levels and an appropriate skill mix across the unit.

About us
The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust (TRFT) is a combined acute and community Trust serving our local population of around 270,000 people. Our vision is to always act the right way and be proud to provide exceptional healthcare to the communities of Rotherham

As a Trust we are on a journey to excellence and our people and culture are at the heart of everything we do for patients. In the latest NHS Staff Survey ,show progress in areas that matter most to staff. We have seen good results in how colleagues feel about health and wellbeing, alongside increased confidence that employees are recognised and supported

But don't just take our word for it each year hundreds of colleagues receive nominations for our Excellence and Proud awards, showcasing our brilliant people and recognising their achievements. Our people make a difference to the lives of patients every day and we are proud of the improvements we are making

All of our colleagues are key to our journey, and we are continuing to improve our services by upholding the Trusts values of Ambitious, Caring and Together. If you are passionate about making a difference, then please apply to join us on our journey to excellence

Certificates of Sponsorship
For individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link below to check your eligibility. GOV.UK www.gov.uk

All band 2 roles are not eligible for sponsorship. The trust no longer supports HCSW band 3 roles with sponsorship

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• Recognised Nursing qualification
• Current level one NMC registration
• Relevant learning beyond registration
• Evidence of post qualifying training and experience in acute care

Desirable

• Degree level or evidence of working towards

Experience
Desirable

• Recruitment and selection experience
• Presenting complex information to large groups

Pin
Essential

• Please enter NMC pin

Knowledge
Essential

• Equivalent level of knowledge acquired without formal course of study Theoretical and practical e.g. develops data bases and reporting systems
• Knowledge of Surgical procedures either worked in similar environment or willingness to work towards increasing knowledge
• Professional, technical, specialist
• Policies, practices and procedures e.g. NHS national policies, standards, requirements and directions that relate to measuring and improving the quality and safety of patient care

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.

UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact: Megan Parker, megan.parker4@nhs.net, 01709427265