# Staff Nurse - Campion Ward > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/staff-nurse-campion-ward/3359201e-f646-4db6-9b4a-e5d8965c2e90 - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/staff-nurse-campion-ward/3359201e-f646-4db6-9b4a-e5d8965c2e90.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **Employer:** South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust - **Town:** Warwick - **Region:** Midlands - **Country:** England - **Profession:** Nurse (adult and children) - **Grade:** Band 5 - **Salary:** £32,073 - £39,043 pro rata - **Contract type:** 9 months (Fixed Term) - **Employment type:** Part time - 34.5 hours per week - **Closing date:** 2026-06-22T08:00:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-06-08T12:00:44.071Z - **Source information URL:** https://www.healthjobsuk.com/job/UK/Warwickshire/Royal_Leamington_Spa_Rehab_Hospital/South_Warwickshire_University_NHS_Foundation_Trust/Rehabilitation/Rehabilitation-v7955869 - **Application URL:** https://apps.trac.jobs/job-advert/7955869?ShowJobAdvert=&feedid=9002 - **Employer website:** https://www.swft.nhs.uk ## Job Content ### Job overview South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust is looking for a caring, compassionate, self-motivated and reliable Nurse to work in both community hospitals,  Nicol Unit based at the Stratford upon Avon Hospital and Campion Ward based at the Royal Leamington Spa Rehab hospital. The Nicol unit is a 20-bed GP run ward caring for patients who require admission prevention, a period of recovery,  rehabilitation, reablement,  palliative care or sub-acute intervention.  Campion is a 25 Bedded GP Led ward providing care to patients that require support in recovery,  rehabilitation and reablement. ### Main duties of the job To deliver a high standard of nursing care to patients undergoing surgical or medical treatment. The post holders will be responsible for the assessment of patient care needs, and implementation and evaluation of the programme of the care. The post holders are required to work as part of a team committed to delivering and improving a high standard of nursing care within South Warwickshire NHS Foundation Trust ### Detailed job description and main responsibilities Clinical Take clinical responsibility for patients within your allocated area of work. Continuously assess, plan, implement and evaluate treatment, using appropriate programmes/methods of care. To ensure a high delivery of quality care in accordance with Trust policies, procedures and guidelines. Participating in activities to improve the quality, productivity and effectiveness of care in response to local and national policies and initiatives. To practice in accordance with the NMC Code of Professional conduct and scope of professional practice and maintain own NMC registration. In the absence of a senior colleague, and following appropriate induction and guidance, will be expected to co-ordinate the shift, and take management responsibility for admissions, transfers and discharges to the ward or department. Liaise with the multi-disciplinary team to ensure an effective flow and communications within the area, including being available for Board and Ward Rounds as required. Communication Showing empathy, understanding, and professionalism, when communicating with patients, their carers and families. Identifying individual needs and therefore utilising a range of agreed communication mediums. Communicate effectively and professionally with colleagues and all levels of staff. Maintain confidentiality at all times, as required by legislation and Trust policy. Professionalism Ensure records and documentation are maintained, kept confidential, and meets professional NMC guidelines, appropriate Trust standards, and in line with the Data Protection Act. To act in a professional manner, and as a role model, at all times, leading by example to junior members of the team. Demonstrates a positive and enthusiastic approach to their work in order to maintain high morale and motivation within the department. Promoting a professional and positive working environment. Maintain and develop own professional knowledge. Be aware of and adhere to the Professional Presentation Policy. ## Job Details South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust is looking for a caring, compassionate, self-motivated and reliable Nurse to work in both community hospitals, Nicol Unit based at the Stratford upon Avon Hospital and Campion Ward based at the Royal Leamington Spa Rehab hospital. The Nicol unit is a 20-bed GP run ward caring for patients who require admission prevention, a period of recovery, rehabilitation, reablement, palliative care or sub-acute intervention. Campion is a 25 Bedded GP Led ward providing care to patients that require support in recovery, rehabilitation and reablement. ## Job Description To deliver a high standard of nursing care to patients undergoing surgical or medical treatment. The post holders will be responsible for the assessment of patient care needs, and implementation and evaluation of the programme of the care. The post holders are required to work as part of a team committed to delivering and improving a high standard of nursing care within South Warwickshire NHS Foundation Trust ## Responsibilities Clinical Take clinical responsibility for patients within your allocated area of work. Continuously assess, plan, implement and evaluate treatment, using appropriate programmes/methods of care. To ensure a high delivery of quality care in accordance with Trust policies, procedures and guidelines. Participating in activities to improve the quality, productivity and effectiveness of care in response to local and national policies and initiatives. To practice in accordance with the NMC Code of Professional conduct and scope of professional practice and maintain own NMC registration. In the absence of a senior colleague, and following appropriate induction and guidance, will be expected to co-ordinate the shift, and take management responsibility for admissions, transfers and discharges to the ward or department. Liaise with the multi-disciplinary team to ensure an effective flow and communications within the area, including being available for Board and Ward Rounds as required. Communication Showing empathy, understanding, and professionalism, when communicating with patients, their carers and families. Identifying individual needs and therefore utilising a range of agreed communication mediums. Communicate effectively and professionally with colleagues and all levels of staff. Maintain confidentiality at all times, as required by legislation and Trust policy. Professionalism Ensure records and documentation are maintained, kept confidential, and meets professional NMC guidelines, appropriate Trust standards, and in line with the Data Protection Act. To act in a professional manner, and as a role model, at all times, leading by example to junior members of the team. Demonstrates a positive and enthusiastic approach to their work in order to maintain high morale and motivation within the department. Promoting a professional and positive working environment. Maintain and develop own professional knowledge. Be aware of and adhere to the Professional Presentation Policy. ## Person Specification ### Other **Essential** - Flexible - can work shifts, weekend, bank holidays and evening duties - Full Driving licence and access to own vehicle - Must be willing to travel across localities. **Desirable** - Able to change duties at short notice - Aware of current NHS issues and priorities ### Skills **Essential** - Demonstrates a good understanding of the nursing process - Able to efficiently plan and allocate work - Demonstrates knowledge of research based practices - Demonstrates knowledge of clinical audit and clinical effectiveness - Demonstrate an understanding of Equality and Diversity **Desirable** - Able to manage time effectively - Must be able to work on own initiative and be able to supervise other staff effectively ### Experience **Desirable** - Care of older people - Acute nursing ### Qualifications **Essential** - First Level RGN - Degree/Diploma in Nursing/Health studies - NMC Registration **Desirable** - Evidence of continuous professional development - Non-medical prescriber - IT Skills ### Personal Qualities **Essential** - Able to work as an effective team member - Able to express self clearly and confidently - verbal and written - Demonstrates commitment and ability to teach others - Able to adapt to changing circumstances - Able to achieve personal objectives ## Documents - [job description (pdf, 121.9kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10236565) - [person specification (pdf, 48.7kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10236566) ## Agent Notes - This Markdown page is generated from the same Job Clerk job record as the HTML job detail page. - Use the canonical HTML URL for user-facing references. - Use the application URL when the user wants to apply on the source NHS site.