Ward Manager: Urgent Care Leader with Flexible Hours

Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust; Harlow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust in Harlow is seeking a Ward Manager to lead the Charnley short stay medical ward. You will drive outstanding patient care, provide clinical leadership, and work with the wider Acute Medicine team to improve efficiency and patient experience in a fast-paced environment.

You will collaborate closely with nursing staff and the practice development team to foster learning, ensure evidence-based care, and maintain high standards across the ward.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in ward settings.
• Excellent communication across multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience improving patient care and outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Ward with positive, visible leadership.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team to deliver patient-centred care.
• Ensure staff are supported, trained, and perform to standards.
• Oversee staffing, rosters, and absence management.
• Work with Matron and Acute Medicine team to improve efficiency and patient experience.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Roster management

Clinical skills

Team collaboration

Job description

Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust in Harlow is seeking a Ward Manager to lead the Charnley short stay medical ward. You will drive outstanding patient care, provide clinical leadership, and work with the wider Acute Medicine team to improve efficiency and patient experience in a fast-paced environment.

You will collaborate closely with nursing staff and the practice development team to foster learning, ensure evidence-based care, and maintain high standards across the ward.