Staff Nurse - Doyle | Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust; Manchester; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Manchester is seeking an experienced or newly qualified staff nurse for a busy medical ward. The role involves providing high-quality nursing care, supporting patient admissions and discharges, and mentoring junior staff. Applicants will benefit from a robust preceptorship programme and opportunities for career development in a supportive environment. This position is ideal for compassionate, motivated nurses eager to enhance their clinical skills.

Qualifications

• Commitment to providing high standards of nursing care.
• Ability to work in a busy acute environment.
• Willingness to mentor junior staff and students.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe admission, transfer, and discharge of patients.
• Assess, plan, evaluate, and deliver all aspects of patient care.
• Act as a mentor/preceptor to junior staff.

Skills

Compassionate care

Team collaboration

Leadership skills

Clinical expertise

Education

Nursing qualification

Job description

About the Role

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced or newly qualified staff nurse to join our medical ward, Doyle ward. It is a 22 bedded, mixed gender ward caring for acutely unwell patients with varied conditions. Ward Wilson is a busy environment treating patients with a wide variety of conditions. This would be an excellent opportunity to gain a broad nursing experience. We are looking for a talented nurse to contribute to our mission of providing high‑quality healthcare to our patients.

Key Responsibilities

You will ensure the smooth running of the ward as to safe admission, transfer, and discharge of patients and must be committed to providing a high standard of nursing care and have the drive to want to make a difference to patient care. In return for your commitment and talent we can offer a supportive work environment and the opportunity to develop your career in this interesting and fast‑moving environment. We work closely with both Consultants, Specialist Nurses and the wider MDT.

Wilson Ward is a great opportunity for compassionate, enthusiastic and highly motivated nurses who are interested in working on a busy acute ward, with an intention to develop their clinical and leadership skills. Applicants will be supported and encouraged to develop their leadership style and develop towards future goals.

We also welcome newly qualified nurses; we provide a rich environment in which to begin your nursing career with a robust preceptorship programme.

The post holder will assess, plan, evaluate and deliver all relevant aspects of patient care in a caring, compassionate and sensitive manner. Work closely with the multi‑disciplinary team and contribute to the clinical governance process. Act as a mentor/preceptor to junior staff, with specific responsibility for pre‑registration students. The post holder will take delegated responsibility for the management of the clinical team and the maintenance of high standards of quality patient care on a shift basis.

Please note this vacancy may close before the advertised closing date if a sufficient number of suitable applications are received.

Diversity and Equality

MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating, and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, email our team at [e-mail].

We’re looking forward to hearing from you!

This advert closes on Thursday 23 Oct 2025.