Charge Nurse

Charge Nurse
Job reference: 260033
Salary: Band 6 (£43,231 - £52,679)
Job closing date: 03/11/2026
Job Type: Nursing and Midwifery
Location: Victoria Hospital
Employment type: Fixed-term or Secondment
Hours Per Week: 36.00
Employer (NHS Board): NHS Fife
Department: Admissions Unit 1

Job Advert
1 Year Fixed Term or Secondment

Are you a dynamic and compassionate nurse ready to take the next step in your career? Admissions Unit One at NHS Fife is seeking a motivated Charge Nurse to join our dedicated team.

Admissions Unit One is a 37-bedded medical ward incorporating a GP assessment area. The ward operates in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, ideal for individuals who thrive under pressure and are committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care.

About the Role
As a Band 6 Charge Nurse, you will play a pivotal role in the day-to-day management of the unit, supporting staff, coordinating admissions, and ensuring safe and effective care delivery. You will work closely with the multidisciplinary team to maintain clinical standards and promote a positive working environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support nursing staff in the delivery of care within the admissions unit.
• Ensure safe patient flow and timely assessments.
• Act as a clinical role model and mentor for junior staff.
• Contribute to service development, education, audit, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Take the lead in high-risk situations in the absence of the Senior Charge Nurse.
• Support the introduction of new practices and train staff in areas relating to the specialty.

What We're Looking For

• Registered Nurse with valid NMC registration.
• Substantial experience at Band 5 level within a relevant acute or admissions setting.
• Strong leadership and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and IT skills.
• Demonstrated clinical competencies including IV Medicines Administration.
• Evidence of personal development and a willingness to contribute to education and audit.
• Good understanding of NHS policies, procedures, and national targets to support the team effectively.

Training & Development
We offer a supportive environment with access to ongoing training, leadership development programmes, and opportunities to advance your career within NHS Fife.

Fixed Term/Secondment Opportunity
Existing permanent employees must first discuss this opportunity with their substantive line manager. The secondment policy can be found here Hub • Blink (joinblink.com) If you do not have approval for a secondment from your current line manager, you will not be able to progress your application for a fixed term post. External applicants, with continuous NHS Service, must also have in place a secondment agreement, from their existing board to apply for this post.

For informal enquiries, please contact Senior Charge Nurse Lisa Stokoe on 01592 643355 ext 21808 or Senior Charge nurse Jamie Beveridge on ext 22373.

A requirement of this post is to become a member of the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme Prior to appointment. To work in the United Kingdom, there is a legal requirement for an individual to demonstrate that they have the relevant permission to work in the country. NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination.