Job overview
***INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY***
An opportunity has arisen within Women's Health Ward for a Staff Nurse. Women's health Ward has 7 beds for elective and emergency admissions as well as 2 Gynaecology Same Day Emergency areas where we aim to assess ladies and where appropriate either admit them into a bed or discharge them following treatment. On Women's Health Ward we care for ladies who have Gynaecology needs and therefore a sensitive and empathetic nature is vital. A strong background in surgical nursing is preferred however a compassionate attitude and willingness to learn is very important.
Main duties of the job
To facilitate multidisciplinary patient centred care in the role of named nurse/team leader. To assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care. On a regular basis, accept the responsibility for the management/leadership of the ward/department in the absence of the senior nurse. To participate in the supervision and teaching of staff and students.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For more information about the role and responsibilities please see the attached job description and person specification.
Person specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience within relevant clinical areas
Education & Qualifications
Essential
- NMC registered
Skills, Knowledge & Abilities
Essential
- Leadership
- Time management of self & others
- Ability to influence at management and team level
- Good knowledge of government initiatives
- Experience if change management
- Ability to communicate effectively verbally and written
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This advert is for Staff Nurse Women's Health (INTERNAL) with Wye Valley NHS Trust in Hereford, Midlands, England. It is listed as a Band 5 Nurse (adult and children) role. The advertised salary is £32,073 - £39,043 pa pro rata. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 11 Aug 2026.
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