Senior Ward Manager - Elderly Care Lead (Flexible Working)

National health service; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NHS Pension

Flexible working

Job summary

National Health Service in Newcastle upon Tyne is recruiting a senior nurse to act as Ward Manager for the Care of the Elderly on Ward 8 at South Tyneside Hospital. This full-time, permanent role offers leadership development and best-practice patient care in a well-led environment.

The successful candidate will oversee clinical governance, supervise junior staff, and develop the team while maintaining compassionate, high-quality nursing for an ageing population in a trusted Trust setting.

Qualifications

• Experience of change management.
• Thorough understanding of contemporary nursing issues.
• Experience of leading a team.
• Evidence of innovation in practice.
• Participation in recruitment and selection process.

Responsibilities

• Lead the ward and maintain high standards of care.
• Provide staff support, leadership and development.
• Work effectively with the MDT for patient-centered care.
• Assess and plan patient care; implement and evaluate treatment plans.
• Participate in teaching and education activities.
• Maintain accurate patient records.
• Adhere to NMC standards and Trust policies.
• Manage ward nursing resources and rotas to ensure safety.

Skills

Leadership

Team leadership

Interpersonal skills

Mentorship

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Mentorship certificate/ Practice Assessor training

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

National Health Service in Newcastle upon Tyne is recruiting a senior nurse to act as Ward Manager for the Care of the Elderly on Ward 8 at South Tyneside Hospital. This full-time, permanent role offers leadership development and best-practice patient care in a well-led environment.

The successful candidate will oversee clinical governance, supervise junior staff, and develop the team while maintaining compassionate, high-quality nursing for an ageing population in a trusted Trust setting.