Job overview
Join Our Inpatient Surgical Unit Team as a Nurse
Are you a passionate nurse looking to develop your career in Surgery and ENT? Whether you’re newly qualified or an experienced professional, this is your opportunity to make a real difference in patient care.
About the Role:
- Provide high-quality nursing care to patients on our 21 Bedded Inpatient Surgical Unit
- Care for a wide range of surgical speciality's including Gynaecology, General Surgery, Ears Nose and Throat (including tracheostomy and laryngectomy care), Orthopaedic and Cardio Version procedures
- Support patients electively and inpatients who are coming to the unit for procedures.
What We’re Looking For:
- Highly motivated, enthusiastic, and flexible candidates
- Excellent communication skills and a team-oriented attitude
- A commitment to delivering compassionate, patient-centred care in an inclusive and supportive environment
Shift Pattern:
- Our Unit is staffed 24 hours a day /7 days a week
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a dedicated Surgical team committed to excellence
- Develop your skills within a dynamic, supportive setting
Take the next step in your nursing career today
**Interviews are to be held face to face**
Main duties of the job
Main duties of the job
Are you a dedicated nurse committed to providing personalised care? We are seeking a skilled professional to assess, plan, deliver, and evaluate patient care before and after procedures, ensuring every patient receives tailored, high-quality interventions.
Work Requirements:
- Our Unit runs 24 hours a day 7 days a week
Key Skills:
- Excellent communication skills are essential for delivering sensitive information and lifestyle advice effectively
- Collaborate closely with the multidisciplinary team to ensure the best possible patient outcomes
- Past surgical experience ideally with ENT experience
Additional Responsibilities:
- Play a vital role in the education, development, supervision, and assessment of learners and unregistered staff
- Support departmental clinical governance initiatives and participate in audit reviews
Professional Conduct:
- Uphold professionalism in line with the NMC Codes of Professional Conduct
Essential Attributes:
- A reliable team player with strong interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage workload effectively in a fast-paced environment
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full NMC PIN to practice as a Registered Nurse (1)
- Nursing degree or equivalent (1)
- Evidence of continued professional development (1)
Desirable
- Evidence of being a student supervisor/assessor.
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Commitment to developing knowledge and skills in surgical nursing
- Post Registration Experience
Desirable
- Proven experience of working in ENT / Tracheostomy trained
- knowledge of surgical procedures undertaken on Ward 12
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This advert is for Staff Nurse - Ward 12 with Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust in Salford, North West, England. It is listed as a Band 5 Nurse (adult and children) role. The advertised salary is £32,073 - £39,043 per annum. The contract type is Secondment: 6 months (Fixed Term - Maternity Cover). The application deadline is 06 Jul 2026.
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