Ward Lead Nurse: Discharge & Elderly Care Excellence

Bristol Nhs Foundation Trust; Weston-super-Mare; On-site; GBP 49,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Draycott Ward is a 25-bed unit within Weston General Hospital that cares for medically optimised patients awaiting discharge. The role targets leadership and development of the ward, with support for staff and ongoing improvement of patient care. Band 7 Charge Nurse / Senior Sister, 12-month secondment, full-time in Weston-super-Mare.

The post emphasizes proactive leadership, strong clinical skills, and the ability to influence change and drive standards of care in a multidisciplinary setting.

Qualifications

• Current NMC Registration is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the ward and staff, ensuring safety and standards.

Skills

leadership

clinical skills

team management

planning & organising

communication

Education

NMC registration

Bachelor degree in nursing/health

Masters in health field (or willingness)

Teaching/Assessing/Mentoring

Non-Medical Prescribing

Tools

IT skills

Job description

Draycott Ward is a 25-bed unit within Weston General Hospital that cares for medically optimised patients awaiting discharge. The role targets leadership and development of the ward, with support for staff and ongoing improvement of patient care. Band 7 Charge Nurse / Senior Sister, 12-month secondment, full-time in Weston-super-Mare.

The post emphasizes proactive leadership, strong clinical skills, and the ability to influence change and drive standards of care in a multidisciplinary setting.