Registered Nurse

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Bedford; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent NHS Trust in Bedford is seeking a Band 5 Staff Nurse to join their dynamic team on Whitbread Ward. The role involves assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Candidates should be NMC registered nurses with experience in acute medical settings and possess strong communication and organizational skills. The Trust offers inclusive recruitment practices and a commitment to staff well-being and professional development.

Benefits

Access to high-quality training and development

Commitment to equality and diversity

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Registered nurse with the NMC licence.
• Experience working in an acute or medical ward setting.
• Knowledge of evidence‑based practice.

Responsibilities

• Assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care.
• Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams for patient assessment.
• Providing high-quality, evidence-based care.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Organisational skills

Ability to think creatively

Problem-solving skills

Education

NMC registered nurse licence

Job description

Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for aBand 5 Staff Nurse to join the dynamic team on Whitbread Ward at Bedford Hospital. Whitbread Ward plays a vital role in patient flow, supporting the transition of patients from ED and AAU to the base wards. Patients arrive on Whitbread for further assessment, investigations, and treatment, and we care for a diverse range of patients across multiple specialties, including Medical, Surgical, Gastroenterology, Gynaecology, Orthopaedics, Neurology, Mental Health, and more.

Responsibilities

• Function as an integral member of the team, taking responsibility for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the care provided to patients on the ward.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to contribute to patient assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning, supporting patient flow throughout the hospital.
• Demonstrate a strong passion for Acute Medicine and provide high‑quality, evidence‑based care to patients in line with hospital policies and procedures.
• Maintain accurate records in accordance with legislation, Trust policies, and the NMC Code of Conduct.
• Take responsibility for your own professional development and performance, maintaining an up‑to‑date portfolio in line with the Knowledge and Skills Framework.
• Ensure information recorded on Trust clinical systems is accurately reflected on the ExtraMed bed management system for day‑case patients, where applicable.
• Answer telephone calls, manage referrals, and respond to enquiries from hospital staff and the public regarding patient admissions, transfers, discharges, and review appointments.
• Communicate efficiently and effectively with all staff, patients, visitors, and external contacts, identifying and addressing any issues in a professional and tactful manner.
• Manage complex situations, competing demands, and challenging scenarios with professionalism and resilience.

Qualifications

• Registered nurse with the NMC licence.
• Experience working in an acute or medical ward setting.
• Knowledge of evidence‑based practice and the ability to apply it in patient care.
• Strong communication, organisational skills, and the ability to think creatively and solve problems.
• Commitment to continuous professional development and maintaining an up‑to‑date portfolio.

Benefits

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Both hospital sites offer key services such as A&E, Obstetrics‑led Maternity and Paediatrics. You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career.

We are dedicated to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone, and we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, creating a culture that values differences. Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering first 6 months in post. Travel between hospital sites may be required. Please review all documents attached to ensure you familiarise yourself with all requirements of the job.