Job summary
- Main area
- General Surgery
- Grade
- NHS AfC: Band 7
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week
- Job ref
- 331-7878738-UHMB
- Employer
- University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Royal Lancaster Infirmary
- Town
- Lancaster
- Salary
- £47,810 - £54,710 per annum
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 16/04/2026 23:59
Employer heading
Ward Manager
NHS AfC: Band 7
''Creating a great place to be cared for and a great place to work''
University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay has a firm commitment to strengthening the diversity of our workforce, and therefore welcome and encourage applications from likeminded people who can support our ambition to become effortlessly inclusive. We are particularly keen to hear from protected groups – including BAME, LGBT+ and people with a disability.
Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arose for a full time, dynamic, patient focused, Ward Manager, for our general surgical ward, which specialises in a wide range of elective and non-elective surgical procedures.
We are seeking a caring, compassionate, experienced Registered Nurse for the Position of Ward Manager for Ward 33 at the Royal Lancaster Infirmary.
Main duties of the job
As a ward leader you will develop and lead the Ward 33 team, who take pride in their work and the challenges faced. You will contribute to developing new innovative ways to improve patient care and take the ward forward to flourish.
We are seeking a caring, compassionate experienced Registered Nurse who can demonstrate excellent leadership skills, can delegate effectively, and work effectively and efficiently as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
You will be reliable, flexible, motivated, have excellent clinical and managerial skills, a commitment to ongoing learning and development, a commitment to delivering high quality care and be willing and open to embracing positive change and transformation, meeting the demands of the community we serve.
The post holder will be expected to work predominately Monday to Friday in an 80-20% supervisory capacity. They will have 24-hour responsibility with support of a dedicated ward team. The Matron will work closely with the successful candidate providing development and support.
Working for our organisation
We operate from three main hospitals - Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal, as well as a number of community healthcare premises including Millom Hospital and GP Practice, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, and Ulverston Community Health Centre.
RLI and FGH have a range of General Hospital services, with full Emergency Departments, Critical/Coronary Care units and various Consultant-led services.
WGH provides a range of General Hospital services, together with an Urgent Treatment Centre, that can help with a range of non-life threatening conditions such as broken bones and minor illnesses.
All three main hospitals provide a range of planned care including outpatients, diagnostics, therapies, day case and inpatient surgery. In addition, a range of local outreach services and diagnostics are provided from community facilities across Morecambe Bay.
Our community services for adults are provided in people’s homes, community centres, clinics, GP Practices, community hospitals and our main hospitals. Our aim is to work with people to help them remain independent, improve their health and manage their conditions through high quality care, advice and support.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay visiting our website https://www.uhmb.nhs.uk/
We are looking at the successful candidate to demonstrate the skills, knowledge and relevant experience required, to lead and manage a busy elective and general surgical ward, with the support of strong and committed multi-disciplinary teams across both areas.
Person specification
Education
Essential criteria
- 1st level Registered Nurse
- Mentoring/assessing qualification or teaching qualification eg City & Guilds, Professional Trainers Certificate
- At least 2 years experience at band 6 level
- Evidence of change - Project initiatives and evidence of improving care
- Experience of research/audit/standards monitoring
Desirable criteria
- Recent leadership development or willingness to work towards a leadership qualification
- Experience of managing rosters/budgets/procurement
- Experience of managing risk/ complaints/grievances.
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Debbie McCubbin
- Job title
- Matron
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01524 512285
- Additional information
Please do not hesitate to contact Matron Debbie McCubbin - to discuss this position.
Debbie McCubbin
Matron Surgery RLI
Matron's Office, Centenary Building, First Floor
Royal Lancaster Infirmary
01524 65944 Ext 42285
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