Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, motivated senior nurse to join Medicine, Emergency and Therapies Division as a band 7 Ward Manager covering our infectious disease ward and running a high consequences infectious diseases department in line HCID requirements. This position seeks a Senior Nurse with a significant qualification experience to practice autonomously and in collaboration with the team within the infectious diseases service. The post holder will be required to strike an effective balance between management and clinic responsibilities. You will need to be an innovative individual who possesses excellent communication skills including a non-judgemental attitude. Excellent organisational and leadership skills in addition to possessing the ability to work cohesively within a multi-disciplinary team which is essential. Are you ready to take your leadership skills to the next level? Do you have a strong vision of confidently leading a versatile team that you can grow and be proud of? If you have answered YES to all the above, then this is the perfect opportunity for you to join as Ward Manager and work with our dynamic team of nurses within a progressive MDT service. We would like to hear from you!
Main duties of the job
We are looking for an inspirational leader equally committed to ensuring the provision of exceptional patient centred care.
This role requires you to be of a good nature, meticulous and patient, whilst being a strong team player able to take accountability.
Training needs will be evaluated and development plans implemented to support you with your own personal and professional development. There are a wide range of learning opportunities including staff management – Roster Skills – Budget/Finance – Patient pathways – and teaching opportunities.
You may also be expected to:
- To independently undertake infectious diseases patient care
- To manage a clinical caseload working within a multidisciplinary team and lead the development of new ways of working and innovation
- To be actively involved in the development of the infectious diseases service.
To initiate and undertake clinical audit and improvement plans within the department.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
To view the main responsibility, please see the attached the Job Description and Person Specification.
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Person specification
Qualification
Essential
- • Registered General Nurse
- • Educated to degree level or equivalent
Desirable
- Leadership or management course or equivalent
Skills / Abilities
Essential
- Effective verbal, written and electronic communication
- IT literate
- Demonstrate Infectious Diseases expertise in advanced clinical skills and application
- Skilled and experienced with Healthroster and Cerner applications
Knowledge / Experience
Essential
- • Recent experience at team sister /charge nurse grade or above
- • In-depth, expert knowledge of nursing and conditions relevant to infectious diseases
- • Experience of managing, supervising and appraising staff
Desirable
- 2 years experience in Infectious Diseases
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This advert is for Clinical Nurse Manager with London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust in Harrow, London, England. It is listed as a Band 7 Manager and corporate role. The advertised salary is £55,524 - £62,652 per annum inclusive HCAS. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 17 Aug 2026.
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