Staff Nurse - Ward A5

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust; Manchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Manchester is seeking an experienced or newly qualified Registered Nurse to join their dynamic team in a busy orthopaedic ward. The role emphasizes high-quality patient care, teamwork, and mentorship. Candidates should have strong communication skills, compassion, and adaptability in a fast-paced environment. The organization offers excellent learning and development opportunities to support your professional growth and a commitment to your career through a supportive Nurse Revalidation Programme.

Benefits

Access to the MFT Academy

LEAD Training Programmes

Personalized guidance for career development

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse qualification (experienced or newly qualified).
• Proactive and forward-thinking with a focus on patient care.
• Experience or willingness to mentor junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Assessing, planning, delivering and evaluating patient care.
• Mentoring junior staff and pre-registration nursing students.
• Coordinating clinical team on a shift basis and maintaining high standards.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Teamwork

Compassionate care

Fast-paced environment adaptability

Job description

Ward A5 - the dedicated Neck of Femur (NOF) Unit at Wythenshawe Hospital, part of Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust - is seeking an experienced or newly qualified Registered Nurse to join our friendly and dynamic team.

Ward A5 is a busy orthopaedic ward delivering high-quality care to both elective and trauma patients, with a strong focus on patient experience, safety, and rehabilitation.

We are looking for proactive, compassionate, and forward-thinking nurses who place patient care at the heart of everything they do. You will bring strong communication skills, a positive approach to teamwork, and the ability to thrive within a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same.

At MFT, our nursing roles offer exceptional learning and development opportunities. You will have full access to the MFT Academy and LEAD Training Programmes, as well as coaching and department-specific development that supports your professional growth. Our commitment to your career is further supported through the Trust's robust Nurse Revalidation Programme, including an e-portfolio and personalised guidance to ensure you feel confident and well-supported in your professional journey.

Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We'll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.

Main Duties of the Job

• Responsible for assessing, planning, delivering and evaluating all aspects of high-quality patient care in a compassionate, sensitive and person-centred manner. They will work collaboratively with the multi-disciplinary team to ensure safe and effective care delivery, and actively contribute to clinical governance, quality improvement and the continuous development of the service.
• Act as a mentor and preceptor to junior staff, with specific responsibility for supporting pre-registration nursing students and contributing to their learning and development.
• Take delegated responsibility for coordinating the clinical team on a shift-by-shift basis, ensuring the maintenance of high nursing standards, effective resource management, and a positive, safe environment for patients and staff.