Surgical Ward Manager | Colorectal Care Leader

Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust; Sefton; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust in England is seeking a Ward Manager (Band 6) for the Surgical/Colorectal Ward and an integrated Surgical assessment unit. You will lead the ward team, provide clinical, professional and educational leadership, and ensure high standards of patient care.

The post requires substantial post-registration experience, NMC registration, and a track record of service development, governance and budget awareness within the NHS.

Qualifications

• Current, up-to-date clinical skills and NMC registration.
• Experience leading ward teams in a surgical environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage budget and governance within NHS.

Responsibilities

• Lead the ward team to deliver high-standard care.
• Ensure safe staffing and up-to-date training.
• Drive service development and clinical pathway improvements.
• Work within national/local guidelines and protocols.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

Budget management

Clinical governance

Education

NMC registered nurse or registered health professional diploma/degree

Tools

Electronic Patient Record

Job description

Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust in England is seeking a Ward Manager (Band 6) for the Surgical/Colorectal Ward and an integrated Surgical assessment unit. You will lead the ward team, provide clinical, professional and educational leadership, and ensure high standards of patient care.

The post requires substantial post-registration experience, NMC registration, and a track record of service development, governance and budget awareness within the NHS.