Job summary The ward consists of 33 beds and is led by approachable Ward Manager supported by four Ward Sisters. The ward is mixed speciality ward with two Consultants specialising in Stroke and Neuro Rehabilitation (20 beds) and Acute Medicine (12 Beds). The care delivered is of a very high standard and the whole team work closely to ensure all patient experience is positive. Although we have a very strong learning and development function, we appreciate that you will need to have acquired some skills and experience from your career you will require in order for your time with us to be a real success. Main duties of the job The post-holder is responsible for direct clinical care for individual patients and groups of patients within their area of work. This includes the assessment of care needs and the development, implementationand evaluation of programmes of care from admission to discharge. The post holder is expected to take charge of a ward, following an agreed development period and also be responsible for staff andresources in the absence of the ward manager or deputy. The post holder is expected to supervise junior staff and be able to teach qualified and unqualified staff, including pre and post registrationstudents. The post holder will be required to work shifts throughout the 24hour period. About us Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Both hospital sites offer key services such as A&E, Obstetrics-led Maternity and Paediatrics. You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available. Our values We not only recruit based on qualifications and experience - we recruit individuals who demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. We achieve this by using values based recruitment. We are dedicated to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone, we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and creating a culture that values differences.Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering first 6 months in post. Travel between hospital sites may be required. Please review all documents attached to ensure you familiarize yourself with all requirements of the job. Details Date posted 23 May 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £29,970 to £36,483 a year pa Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 418-NUR6611-SJ Job locations Shand Ward Bedford Hospital Kempston Road Bedford MK42 9DJ Job description Job responsibilities The Job Description and Person Specification are attached to this job, please review for the full details and responsibilities Act as a professional role model to junior staff and demonstrate leadership qualities. Provide expert clinical knowledge and skills within the ward/department. Work with the ward manager and nursing team to develop and promote best nursing practice. Work as part of the ward team to assess, plan, implement and evaluate programmes of care in line with best practice. Ensure that self and other professionals adhere to infection control best practice and policies in all aspects of clinical work. Seek advice/support as necessary from senior staff or the infectioncontrol team. Job description Job responsibilities The Job Description and Person Specification are attached to this job, please review for the full details and responsibilities Act as a professional role model to junior staff and demonstrate leadership qualities. Provide expert clinical knowledge and skills within the ward/department. Work with the ward manager and nursing team to develop and promote best nursing practice. Work as part of the ward team to assess, plan, implement and evaluate programmes of care in line with best practice. Ensure that self and other professionals adhere to infection control best practice and policies in all aspects of clinical work. Seek advice/support as necessary from senior staff or the infectioncontrol team. Person Specification Experience Essential Experience within the health care environment Desirable Experience in a medical and/or stroke/neurological setting Experience of Mentoring, Assessing & Teaching of Staff Experience of audits Experience of NG/NJ feed Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse or equivalent Desirable Recognised training in caring for patients after stroke Evidence of continued professional development Diploma level education Knowledge & Personal Skills Essential Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) Demonstrate an ability to prioritise own workloads and to work on a stressful environment Enthusiastic and self-aware Demonstrates an awareness of organisational and clinical issues from admission to discharge Desirable Demonstrate an ability to work as a team leader Awareness of and ability to effectively manage clinical resources Person Specification Experience Essential Experience within the health care environment Desirable Experience in a medical and/or stroke/neurological setting Experience of Mentoring, Assessing & Teaching of Staff Experience of audits Experience of NG/NJ feed Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse or equivalent Desirable Recognised training in caring for patients after stroke Evidence of continued professional development Diploma level education Knowledge & Personal Skills Essential Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) Demonstrate an ability to prioritise own workloads and to work on a stressful environment Enthusiastic and self-aware Demonstrates an awareness of organisational and clinical issues from admission to discharge Desirable Demonstrate an ability to work as a team leader Awareness of and ability to effectively manage clinical resources Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab) . From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab) . UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab) . From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab) . UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address Shand Ward Bedford Hospital Kempston Road Bedford MK42 9DJ Employer's website https://www.bedfordshirehospitals.nhs.uk/working-here/ (Opens in a new tab) Employer details Employer name Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address Shand Ward Bedford Hospital Kempston Road Bedford MK42 9DJ Employer's website https://www.bedfordshirehospitals.nhs.uk/working-here/ (Opens in a new tab). Location : Shand Ward Bedford Hospital, Kempston Road, MK42 9DJ Bedford, United Kingdom