Job summary This is a key role within the Trust with 24-hour responsibility for the management of the ward. The post holder will be responsible for leading, encouraging and directing innovation to promote evidence based nursing practice within the ward. Main duties of the job The post holder will deliver patient care on a daily basis. They should be expert in all areas of nursing care from patient's admission to discharge, which facilitates clinical practice development. They have overall responsibility for day-to-day management of their clinical area and for ensuring all care is delivered according to Trust policies and procedures maintaining associated records. They will manage, support and lead a team of nurses in the delivery of evidence based patient centered care, which is of a high standard. They will manage unit staff including appraisal, rota's, recruitment and selection and the supervision of learners. They will provide specialist advice to patients, relatives and members of the multi-disciplinary team. Utilising clinical audit, research, supervision of practice and teaching, they will monitor and improve standards of care by efficient and effective use of resources. They will lead the ward through the achieving excellence program and be a pivotal role model within their specialty upholding the trusts values and behaviours at all times. About us Royal Surrey is a compassionate and collaborative acute and community Trust. Recognising that our 5000 colleagues are our greatest strength, we offer a comprehensive health and wellbeing program along with a commitment to developing and advancing your career. Our diverse and welcoming Royal Surrey family will ensure you that you feel valued from your initial interview through your entire tenure. We are clinically led and provide joined up care by bridging the gap between hospital and community services alongside regional specialist cancer care. Our main acute hospital site is in Guildford with community hospital sites at Milford, Haslemere and Cranleigh. We provide adult community health services in homes across Guildford and Waverley. The Care Quality Commission (CQC) have given us an overall rating of Outstanding. Royal Surrey has a strong reputation and history to build on. We are proud of our achievements and we are investing in our colleagues through our commitment to supporting professional development as well as investing more than £45 million in our physical environment and new equipment in the next few years. There has never been a better time to join us. Although it isn't the Trusts normal practice, adverts may close early, so you are encouraged to submit an application as soon as possible. A video about the Royal Surrey - https://www.youtube.com/watch?vR96pMboIYdo Date posted 25 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £48,270 to £54,931 a year Per annum (pro rata) inc HCAS Contract Fixed term Duration 12 months Working pattern Full-time Reference number 384-AR-EMF17934 Job locations Royal Surrey County Hospital Guildford GU2 7XX Job description Job responsibilities Are you a dynamic and motivated registered nurse with at least 2 years of acute ward experience, who has a passion for delivering exceptional care and is ready to take the next step in your professional development? An exciting opportunity has arisen within Bramshott Ward specialising in Trauma and Orthopaedics, for an experienced and driven nurse to join our team as ward manager. This role offers the chance to make a real impact on patient care and service delivery whilst developing your leadership and management skills. In this dynamic role, you will lead, motivate, and support the nursing team to deliver safe, effective, and compassionate care in the acute ward setting, whilst being a champion to the delivery of excellent patient experience. You will manage both planned elective cases and emergency trauma admissions, ensuring high quality pre-operative and post-operative care. You will play a key part in supporting the teams growth, problem-solving, implementing change, and being a role model for your colleagues. You will be expected to build strong links with the multidisciplinary team to enhance patient care and support effective collaboration, whilst displaying excellent interpersonal skills and upholding the trusts values and high standards of professionalism. You will be supported in this post by the Surgical Matron and the Associate Director of Nursing for surgery to help you succeed in your role. And you will have access to excellent learning and developmental opportunities to support your professional growth. For further information about this role or to arrange an informal visit, please contact Katie Salmon, Matron on 01483 571122 extension 6940. Job description Job responsibilities Are you a dynamic and motivated registered nurse with at least 2 years of acute ward experience, who has a passion for delivering exceptional care and is ready to take the next step in your professional development? An exciting opportunity has arisen within Bramshott Ward specialising in Trauma and Orthopaedics, for an experienced and driven nurse to join our team as ward manager. This role offers the chance to make a real impact on patient care and service delivery whilst developing your leadership and management skills. In this dynamic role, you will lead, motivate, and support the nursing team to deliver safe, effective, and compassionate care in the acute ward setting, whilst being a champion to the delivery of excellent patient experience. You will manage both planned elective cases and emergency trauma admissions, ensuring high quality pre-operative and post-operative care. You will play a key part in supporting the teams growth, problem-solving, implementing change, and being a role model for your colleagues. You will be expected to build strong links with the multidisciplinary team to enhance patient care and support effective collaboration, whilst displaying excellent interpersonal skills and upholding the trusts values and high standards of professionalism. You will be supported in this post by the Surgical Matron and the Associate Director of Nursing for surgery to help you succeed in your role. And you will have access to excellent learning and developmental opportunities to support your professional growth. For further information about this role or to arrange an informal visit, please contact Katie Salmon, Matron on 01483 571122 extension 6940. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse Part 1 or 12 Recent post qualification or equivalent experience in acute setting Demonstrates professional updating of knowledge in past one/two years Teaching qualification ENB998 or City & Guilds 730 or equivalent First degree or working towards Desirable D32/33 [A1] Award Knowledge Essential Significant experience at Band 6 or above within acute hospital setting Can demonstrate up-to-date clinical creditability/competence Evidence of advanced skills in practice i.e. IV additives Knowledge of clinical governance issues such as complaints handling, clinical risk management Knowledge of current NHS and Professional issues Evidence of achievements in practice development and quality improvement projects Evidence of research based practice Evidence of changing practice and project management Proven record of managing staff and resources Desirable Clinical audit Publication Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse Part 1 or 12 Recent post qualification or equivalent experience in acute setting Demonstrates professional updating of knowledge in past one/two years Teaching qualification ENB998 or City & Guilds 730 or equivalent First degree or working towards Desirable D32/33 [A1] Award Knowledge Essential Significant experience at Band 6 or above within acute hospital setting Can demonstrate up-to-date clinical creditability/competence Evidence of advanced skills in practice i.e. IV additives Knowledge of clinical governance issues such as complaints handling, clinical risk management Knowledge of current NHS and Professional issues Evidence of achievements in practice development and quality improvement projects Evidence of research based practice Evidence of changing practice and project management Proven record of managing staff and resources Desirable Clinical audit Publication 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 Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust Address Royal Surrey County Hospital Guildford GU2 7XX Employer's website https://www.royalsurrey.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)