Staff Nurse - Foster Clark - Kent & Medway ICS | Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust

Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Kent is seeking a dedicated staff nurse to join their team permanently. The role involves assessing and implementing care for elderly patients with conditions such as confusion and dementia, ensuring the highest standards of care. Benefits include at least 27 days of annual leave, an NHS pension scheme, and support for flexible working arrangements. Newly qualified nurses are encouraged to apply, making this an excellent opportunity for those starting their careers.

Benefits

At least 27 days of annual leave

NHS Pension Scheme with 20.6% employer contribution

Blue Light card eligibility

Qualifications

• Newly qualified nurses are encouraged to apply.
• Client care is delivered in a person-centred manner.
• Capable of collaborating with various team members.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan and implement care for elderly patients.
• Focus on falls prevention, dementia care, nutrition, hydration, and tissue viability.
• Support patients physically, emotionally and psychologically.

Skills

Professional accountability for patient care

Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team

Education

Nursing qualification

Job description

Overview

Foster Clark Ward is looking for a staff nurse to join the team on a permanent basis. The role is advertised exclusively to staff currently working within the Kent and Medway ICS.

Responsibilities

As a staff nurse you will assess, plan and implement care for elderly patients experiencing confusion, delirium and dementia. You will deliver the highest standards of care, focusing on falls prevention, dementia care, nutrition, hydration and tissue viability. You will support patients physically, emotionally and psychologically to achieve their goals, optimise independence and ensure safe discharge. You will work alongside doctors, therapists and multidisciplinary team members to maintain patient safety and a positive hospital experience.

Qualifications

• Newly qualified nurses are encouraged to apply.
• Professional accountability for patient care and person‑centred care delivery.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.

Benefits

• At least 27 days of annual leave plus public/bank holidays (pro‑rata for part‑time staff).
• NHS Pension Scheme with 20.6% employer contribution and life assurance benefits.
• Blue Light card eligibility.
• Additional benefits are detailed in the benefits documents.

Work Environment

Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust is a large acute hospital trust serving around 600,000 residents in West Kent and East Sussex. The Trust offers general hospital services, specialist cancer care, and operates two wards at Fordcombe Hospital. Flexible working arrangements are available to support individual needs.

How to Apply

Review the person specification carefully. Provide specific examples in your application that demonstrate how you meet the requirements. Complete the Disclosure and Barring Service check at Enhanced Level. Successful applicants will attend the Trust’s 2‑week induction programme.

Advert closes on Monday 15 Dec 2025.