Job summary Are you an experienced band 6 nurse looking to take the next step in your nursing career? This is an exciting opportunity to join the fabulous nursing team on Conservators Ward at Musgrove Park Hospital as the Ward Lead. We are looking for a dynamic, enthusiastic and self-motivated individual to lead a team and strive to deliver outstanding patient care. Informal visits/chats always welcome - contact us today to discuss the position in more detail or organise for you to come and visit Main duties of the job To be accountable for leading and coordinating the clinical, managerial and educational requirements of a defined clinical area, ensuring adequate systems are in place to support continuity over a 24/7 period To provide nursing leadership within the ward team on a daily basis which empowers staff to deliver patient- centred, evidence based nursing care within a defined budget. To maintain and monitor standards of care to ensure patient safety and quality of care and to work with Matron to resolve failures of standards of care in all areas of the patient environment To be accountable for providing clinical and managerial leadership of a ward and leading by example to maintain visibility and accessibility to staff, patients and visitors, including undertaking direct clinical care of patient To be accountable for the line management of a team comprising registered practitioners, assistants and support workers and clerical staff (the number of direct reports and whole time equivalents are defined in the organisational chart on page 9). To deliver the delegated responsibilities of 'budget holder' for the area To take the staffing bleep as part of a rota. To take part in the Senior Nurse Rota. About us As an organisation, the NHS offers a wide range of benefits including flexible working, fantastic pension contributions, market leading annual leave allowance, career progression and regular conversations, not to mention our Blue Light Card and NHS exclusive discounts.The benefits of working in Somerset include the idyllic countryside, with our areas of outstanding beauty and stunning coastlines. You will get to enjoy these perks whilst still only being a stone's throw away from bustling city centres like Bristol, Bath and Exeter and only two hours away from London.There are excellent educational facilities in the area and, when compared to other regions, house prices are reasonable. You will to experience the best of both in Somerset, the countryside and the cosmopolitan there is truly something for everyone Date posted 22 October 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £46,148 to £52,809 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 184-OL-OR-484 Job locations Musgrove Park Hospital Musgrove Road Taunton Somerset TA1 5DA Job description Job responsibilities For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post. Job description Job responsibilities For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post. Person Specification Qualifications Essential RGNDiploma level and working towards or willing to work towards a degree level.Teaching mentorship course Experience Essential 18 months experience in a band 6 roleEvidence of good knowledge of nursing care andAble to make decisions based on evidenced based practice and translate this on the ward.Established organisational and leadership Person Specification Qualifications Essential RGNDiploma level and working towards or willing to work towards a degree level.Teaching mentorship course Experience Essential 18 months experience in a band 6 roleEvidence of good knowledge of nursing care andAble to make decisions based on evidenced based practice and translate this on the ward.Established organisational and leadership 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). Additional information 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 details Employer name Somerset NHS Foundation Trust Address Musgrove Park Hospital Musgrove Road Taunton Somerset TA1 5DA Employer's website https://www.somersetft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)