Acute Ward Manager: Clinical Leader & Care Excellence

Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust; Knowsley; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is seeking a Ward Manager with extensive nursing experience in an acute setting. You will provide decisive clinical input, lead a multi-disciplinary team, and ensure high-quality, compassionate care while maintaining 24-hour ward accountability.

The post involves some clinical shifts and requires strong leadership, communication, and the ability to work under pressure.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with current NMC registration.
• Experience in acute care and ward management.
• Proactive role model with supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and co-ordinate ward operations and staff to deliver high-quality care.
• Provide direct patient care during clinical shifts when needed.
• Identify service development needs and contribute to operational planning.
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to ensure compassionate care.
• Represent the ward to patients and relatives and maintain effective communication.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical competency

Communication

Flexibility

Education

NMC registered nurse

Job description

Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is seeking a Ward Manager with extensive nursing experience in an acute setting. You will provide decisive clinical input, lead a multi-disciplinary team, and ensure high-quality, compassionate care while maintaining 24-hour ward accountability.

The post involves some clinical shifts and requires strong leadership, communication, and the ability to work under pressure.