Staff Nurse - Wilson Ward
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Key details
Location
- Site
- Wythenshawe Hospital
- Town
- Manchester
- Postcode
- M23 9LT
- Major / Minor Region
- Manchester
Contract type & working pattern
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time
- Flexible working
Salary
- Salary
- £31,049 - £37,796 Per Annum, (Pro Rata)
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Grade
- (NHS AfC: Band 5)
Specialty
- Main area
- Medical Specialties
Job overview
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced or newly qualified staff nurse to join our medical ward, Wilson Ward . It is a 24 bedded, mixed gender ward caring for acutely unwell patients with varied conditions. Ward Wilson is a busy environment treating patients with a wide variety of conditions. This would be an excellent opportunity to gain a broad nursing experience. We are looking for a talented nurse to contribute to our mission of providing high-quality healthcare to our patients.
You will ensure the smooth running of the ward as to safe admission, transfer, and discharge of patients and must be committed to providing a high standard of nursing care and have the drive to want to make a difference to patient care. In return for your commitment and talent we can offer a supportive work environment and the opportunity to develop your career in this interesting and fast moving environment. We work closely with both Consultants, Specialist Nurses and the wider MDT.
Wilson Ward is a great opportunity for; compassionate, enthusiastic and highly motivated nurses who are interested in working on a busy acute ward, with an intention to develop their clinical and leadership skills. Applicants will be supported and encouraged to develop their leadership style and develop towards future goals.
We also welcome newly qualified nurses, we provide a rich environment in which to begin your nursing career with a robust preceptorship programme.
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The post holder will assess, plan, evaluate and deliver all relevant aspects of patient care in a caring, compassionate and sensitive manner. Work closely with the multi-disciplinary team and contribute to the clinical governance process. Act as a mentor/preceptor to junior staff, with specific responsibility for pre-registration students. The post holder will take delegated responsibility for the management of the clinical team and the maintenance of high standards of quality patient care on a shift basis.
Please note this vacancy may close before the advertised closing date if a sufficient number of suitable applications are received.
Working for our organisation
| Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement. Whether you’re beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients. You’ll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives. At MFT, you’ll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions. Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We’ll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time. |
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
| To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you’ll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the ‘Supporting Documents’ heading. So that you’re even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, you’ll need to take time to read the ‘Candidate Essentials Guide’ that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how ‘we care for you as you care for others’. Most importantly, it also contains critical information you’ll need to be aware of before you submit an application form. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, we’re proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOU—for our patients, our communities, and each other. As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your application—especially personal statements and responses to role-specific questions—is written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone. Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application. Diversity Matters MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below. |
Applicant requirements
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- First level registration – Registered Nurse Degree or Diploma
Desirable criteria
- Teaching Qualification Degree level 6 study Diploma
Experience
Essential criteria
- Experience of working on own and as part of a team
- Ability to supervise and support junior staff.
- Evidence of teaching and assessing skills/ability
- Awareness of clinical Audit
Desirable criteria
- Evidence undertaking a mentor/preceptor role
- Experience in relevant area of practice
Knowledge
Essential criteria
- Knowledge of current nursing issues
- Knowledge of clinical governance
- IT/ Word Processing
Other Attributes
Essential criteria
- Positive approach to work
- Able and willing to work flexible shift patterns, internal rotation to day and night duty and unsocial hours
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Jencymol Mathew
- Job title
- Ward Manager
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01612912727
No longer accepting applications
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