Registered Nurse (Bolham Ward)

Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust; Exeter; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust seeks a motivated registered nurse for Bolham ward, specializing in acute neurological care. The role involves supporting patients with conditions like MS and Parkinson’s. This position promises professional development in a supportive team environment, catering to a diverse patient population.

Benefits

Flexible working schemes

Family-friendly policies

Comprehensive occupational health services

NHS Pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Discounts on shopping, fitness, and leisure

Qualifications

• Motivated and enthusiastic registered nurse.
• Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Prepared to learn and adapt to various neurological conditions.

Responsibilities

• Care for patients with acute neurological conditions.
• Support patients with tracheostomies, NG tubes, and IVIG.
• Enhance clinical skills with support from specialist nurses.

Skills

Effective communication

Empathy

Teamwork

Education

Registered Nurse qualification

Job description

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Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust

Location:

Exeter, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

Job Reference:

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Posted:

17.06.2025

Expiry Date:

01.08.2025

Job Description:

Role Summary

We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic registered nurse to join our team on Bolham ward. The individual will be expected to work as part of an MDT to care for the patient and support them in their pathway.

About the Role

For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below.

More detail about the role

The nurses on Bolham ward care for patients with acute neurological conditions including MS, Parkinson's, and epilepsy. Some of these patients will have tracheostomies, NG tubes, prodopopa pumps, and IVIG.

You will be supported in learning to care for these patients whilst enhancing your clinical skills and being supported to learn new clinical skills pertinent to Bolham ward. You will be able to spend time during your induction period with the specialist nurses to gain an in-depth understanding of the different neurological conditions that our patients have.

Working Pattern: Full and part-time positions available

Interview Date: To Be Confirmed

Pay: The salary reflects the Agenda for Change 5/6 rates, including a pay award to be implemented later this year. If you join before the implementation, the pay award will be backdated to your start date. Until then, remuneration will be based on the 4/5 pay bands (Pay scales for 4/ | NHS Employers)

For further information please contact: Elizabeth Fraser. This is a fixed-term contract for months. For current NHS employees, this could be a secondment opportunity.

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognize the benefits of a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Preference will be given to staff with ‘Priority’ and 'At Risk' status, including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close the vacancy when sufficient applications are received.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

About Us

Stretching across Northern, Eastern, and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over , staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than , people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.

We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist, and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford). Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across various settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within people’s own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).

Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies, and strong links to local universities position us at the forefront of research and innovation, enabling us to provide world-class care to our communities.

Our values are at the heart of everything we do. Click here to find out more

It has never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as you will help shape our services during our ongoing integration journey.

Looking after you is important to us.

We aim to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and family-friendly policies.

If you are starting out in the NHS, you’ll begin with days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), increasing with service. You will benefit from access to comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities, and groups.

We will work together to develop and support you and your team.

This may include funding for a care certificate, a degree, or leadership qualifications. It might also include days off to study, engage in CPD, or rotational placements to hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we will support your journey.

Salary is not the only financial benefit

You will have access to staff discounts on shopping, fitness, and leisure, and options to spread the cost of technology and home appliances from major retailers. Additional benefits include:

• National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
• Salary sacrifice options, including an onsite OFSTED-rated nursery at Exeter.
• Car lease schemes.
• The NHS Pension scheme, one of the most comprehensive in the UK.
• Cycle to work scheme.

These are just some of the benefits available – if you're interested, we would love to hear from you.