Staff Nurse - Ward 25

Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust; Shrewsbury; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust is seeking a Band 5 Staff Nurse to join Ward 25 Medicine at The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital. This role offers opportunities for professional development and working within a supportive team dedicated to high standards of patient care.

You will participate in patient assessment, care planning, and flexible ward cover, with access to in-house training and development modules through the Transforming Care Institute.

Responsibilities

• To be responsible for assessing individual patient care needs and developing, implementing, and evaluating plans of care for a group of patients in accordance with agreed policies and professional guidelines.
• To take charge of the ward for a span of duty, normally working under the supervision of senior staff.
• To work flexibly to meet the needs of the service.

Job description

Job overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for enthusiastic and motivated Band 5 Staff Nurses to join Ward 25 Medicine at The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital.

As a Trust, we are passionate about helping our staff to achieve their career aspirations, and can offer a variety of learning and development opportunities to support your continued professional development. Working with the Transforming Care Institute we can also offer in-house training such as degree/master modules, secondments and acting up opportunities.

Main duties of the job

• To be responsible for assessing individual patient care needs and developing, implementing, and evaluating plans of care for a group of patients in accordance with agreed policies and professional guidelines.
• To take charge of the ward for a span of duty, normally working under the supervision of senior staff.
• To work flexibly to meet the needs of the service.

Working for our organisation

Our vision, 'To provide excellent care for the communities we serve,' is not just a statement; it's a promise we live by every day. Guided by our core Values - Partnering, Ambitious, Caring, and Trusted - we're determined to make a real difference in the lives of those who matter most: our patients and their families.

If you're ready to be part of a team that's dedicated to continuous improvement, come join us and let's make a difference together!

Our Poppy's Promise Commitment

We believe that compassionate care sits at the heart of everything we do. Every member of our team - clinical or non-clinical - plays a vital role in ensuring that patients, families, and colleagues are treated with dignity, empathy, and respect at all times.

We expect all staff to demonstrate compassion not only through their words, but through their actions: by listening attentively, communicating clearly and kindly, and recognising individual needs, feelings, and circumstances of those in our care.

Effective communication is central to safe and high-quality healthcare. We value colleagues who take the time to understand others, explain information in a meaningful way, and respond to concerns with patience and understanding.

By joining our team, you are committing to uphold these values - ensuring that every patient feels heard, respected, and valued, and that compassion is embedded in every interaction, every day.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.