Staff Nurse – Pulteney Ward

Staff Nurse – Pulteney Ward Overview

We are seeking a motivated and compassionate Registered Nurse to join the dynamic Pulteney Ward team at the Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust. This role offers the chance to care for patients across a variety of surgical specialties in a busy 28-bed ward that provides rapid assessment, treatment, and ongoing care for those requiring acute surgical intervention.

The successful candidate will work in a fast-paced environment that demands strong clinical skills, excellent teamwork, and a commitment to delivering outstanding patient-centered care. As part of a dedicated multidisciplinary team, you will be responsible for assessing, planning, delivering, and evaluating high-quality care, guiding patients through complex and challenging circumstances.

Main Responsibilities

• Act as the Named Nurse, maintaining accountability for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating care programs within a team nursing framework.
• Coordinate patient discharge arrangements in accordance with the RUH Discharge Policy.
• Promote a patient-focused approach to care in collaboration with all relevant health professionals.
• Educate patients and their caregivers as required, particularly when specific needs are identified.
• Provide information that enables patients to make informed choices about adopting a healthy lifestyle.
• Complete patient documentation to Trust standards.
• Maintain a safe ward/department environment.
• Assist in establishing and monitoring protocols and care pathways.
• Participate in the promotion and maintenance of effective communication.
• Ensure patient confidentiality is upheld.

Requirements

• Current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) is essential.
• This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check due to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.
• Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and may require a Skilled Worker visa.
• Previous experience in a surgical ward or similar environment is preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive salary between £32,073 and £39,043 per year, pro rata.
• Permanent contract with full-time hours.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• A supportive and inclusive workplace culture.
• Access to staff wellbeing initiatives and facilities.

Join us in making a real difference in the lives of our patients and communities. For more information about this role and to apply, please contact Senior Sister Lucy Butcher at [email protected] or call 01225821285.

Degree Requirement: Not Specified

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