Medical Protection — indemnity for locally employed doctors from £79
Location
Stoke On Trent, England
Salary
£39,959 - £48,117 per annum, pro rata
Profession
Nurse (adult and children)
Grade
Band 6
Deadline
01 Jun 2026
Contract Type
Permanent
Posted Date
20 May 2026

Job overview

An exciting opportunity has emerged to join the dynamic senior nursing team in the discharge lounge .We are recruiting for a permanent position for a band six senior clinical staff nurse.This is an ideal pathway for nurses aspiring to step into management roles, supported by a passionate and experienced leadership team committed to fostering a positive environment for both staff and patients. Whether you're looking to advance your career or explore leadership for the first time, this role offers a supportive and developmental platform to grow your skills and confidence in nurse management.

The Senior Clinical Staff Nurse will act as a credible and professional role model and encourage and empower other staff to develop both personally and professionally to achieve their maximum potential

Main duties of the job

We are seeking a dedicated and dynamic individuals to join our team in the Discharge lounge to support Flow throughout the hospital.

The successful applicants will work closely with a Band 7 Senior Sister to deliver high standards of patient care and provide robust support to staff across the unit. This role offers a unique opportunity to develop leadership skills.

You will be expected to: •     Collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team •     Demonstrate excellent communication, motivation, and enthusiasm •     Take on managerial responsibility for a number of staff within the nursing team  •     Lead nurse-led care on a shift-by-shift basis •     Act as a role model, leading by example in all areas of clinical practice •     Take charge in the absence of other senior staff •     Manage and respond to complaints and Datix reports professionally •     Champion specific areas of departmental interest to support ongoing service development This is an ideal opportunity for nurses looking to step into senior leadership, with full support from an experienced and forward-thinking management team.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For further information on this vacancy , please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification or Hiring Manager

Please email Matron Berry to discuss any questions