Area Sister / Charge Nurse - South Midlands

• Lead donor-facing teams to deliver a safe, high-quality donation experience that puts donors and patients at the centre of everything you do.
• Use your clinical expertise to guide donor assessment, eligibility decisions and the management of adverse events, helping to ensure donor and product safety.
• Support and develop colleagues through coaching, mentoring, feedback and training, helping them learn, grow and succeed in their roles.
• Drive quality and regulatory compliance by promoting best practice, identifying improvements and supporting change across donor sessions.
• Analyse performance information, respond to emerging issues and take action to help teams achieve operational and quality objectives.
• Act as a visible clinical leader and role model, creating a positive culture that reflects NHSBT values of caring, expertise and quality.
• Build strong relationships with donors, colleagues and stakeholders, communicating clearly and confidently in a range of situations.
• Contribute to service improvement, clinical audit and innovation activities that help shape and strengthen future practice.

What we offer

• Hybrid working arrangements – because NHSBT works nationally, we’re able to offer hybrid working options that give you more flexibility to balance work with life.

• Flexible working options – we promote flexible working where the role allows. We’re happy to discuss what flexibility might look like for you.
• Generous annual leave - 27 days annual leave (pro rata for part-time) plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 29 days after 5 years’ service and to 33 days after 10 years.
• Inclusive pension scheme - the NHS Pension Scheme is a defined benefit scheme (not dependent on investment returns). Further details and outline of benefits can be found at: http://www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/information-about-nhs-pensions‎
• Supportive learning culture - we’ve fostered a culture of continuous learning where colleagues are well-led, engaged, and encouraged to grow. We support you in reaching your full potential, both in your current role and future career. Our Thrive program embodies our commitment to learning and development, offering a wide range of activities to support your personal and professional growth. It’s open to everyone at NHSBT, ensuring you have the resources to succeed and shine in your role.
• Health and wellbeing support – we offer confidential services including occupational health, employee assistance programme, and wellbeing resources. Our support is available to all colleagues and we endeavour to provide tailored workplace adjustments where possible.

• Read about our application process
• Learn more about our culture at NHSBT

Essential

• Registered Nurse with current Nursing and Midwifery Council registration (Part 1 Adult/General, Level 1 or Level 2).
• Evidence of ongoing professional development and continued learning applied in practice.
• Experience of managing clinical environments within a regulatory framework, including Blood Safety and Quality Regulations (BSQR) and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP).
• Valid driving licence permitting travel within the UK.
• Willingness to travel across an agreed geographical area and work irregular hours, including occasional overnight stays when required.

Essential

• Credible leadership experience within a clinical environment, with the ability to motivate and support teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to influence, negotiate and build positive relationships.
• Experience of managing people, implementing change and working towards performance objectives and organisational targets.
• Strong analytical, judgement and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess risk and make sound decisions.
• Demonstrable knowledge of patient safety, risk management and delivering excellent donor-focused care.