Job summary
- Main area
- Gastroenterology
- Grade
- Band 6
- Contract
- Secondment: 10 months
- Hours
- Part time - 30 hours per week (To work across days and nights to cover the service)
- Job ref
- 236-SUR-NM342-26-A
- Employer
- Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Salford Royal Hospital
- Town
- Salford
- Salary
- £39,959 - £48,117 Pro-rata
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 14/07/2026 23:59
Employer heading
Ward Sister / Charge Nurse - Ward L2
Band 6
Job overview
We have an exciting opportunity for a Band 5 Nurse to join our friendly and supportive Acute Medicine team on Ward L2, specialising in gastroenterology and hepatology nursing. Ward L2 is a 24-bed unit caring for patients with hepato-biliary conditions, IBS, and substance misuse issues.
Flexible working is required, including weekends and bank holidays, to meet service needs.
We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated nurse who thrives in a busy environment, adapts quickly to change, and can work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team. You will demonstrate care, compassion, and respect for patients and colleagues while maintaining high standards of patient care. An interest in acute gastroenterology nursing, excellent communication skills, and the ability to perform well in a fast-paced setting are essential.
In return, we offer a comprehensive orientation programme, including exposure to endoscopy, where many of our patients undergo procedures. You will be supported by our Practice Development Team, Supervisory Ward Sisters, Advanced Clinical Practitioners, hepato-biliary specialist nurses, a dedicated Discharge Coordinator, and 12 specialist Consultants.
A supernumerary period is provided to help you develop the skills and competencies needed to care for acutely ill patients. If you are passionate about Acute Medicine and want to make a difference, we'd be delighted to welcome you to the team.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be responsible for assessing patient care needs and developing, implementing, and evaluating programmes of care. This includes acting as the named nurse for a defined group of patients, while also supporting the care of all patients within the unit.
As a Sister/Charge Nurse, you will provide daily clinical and managerial leadership to nursing and support staff, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based care. You will actively support the Ward/Unit Manager in the effective running of the department, including deputising in their absence.
You will be able to motivate and inspire staff to achieve high standards of care and demonstrate excellent communication skills to support the delivery of the Trust’s objectives.
We are committed to supporting your professional development and will offer opportunities to strengthen your leadership and management skills, enabling you to work closely with the Ward Manager and team to deliver high-quality care in line with the Trust’s philosophy of Safe, Clean, and Personal Care.
Applications are welcomed from nurses across all specialties.
Working for our organisation
The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people living across Greater Manchester. Our 20,000 colleagues care for people in hospital and in the community, working across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham and Salford, to save and improve lives.
As a large NHS trust we are committed to enhancing the health of our local population by delivering consistently high standards of care and working closely with local authorities and key partners. We believe in our power and potential to make a difference and we’re always looking for people who demonstrate our three core values - care, appreciate and inspire – to join our team.
In return, we can offer you a job role with purpose and flexibility. The size and scale of the NCA means we can provide more challenge and opportunities so your career can always be moving in the right direction. By joining us you can also access a competitive benefits package, including, a fantastic annual leave allowance, flexible working opportunities and protected hours for health and wellbeing activities, helping you to achieve more personal downtime and a better work-life balance.
Learn more about us in our Candidate Information Pack
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 working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk
Person specification
Qualifications & Professional Registration
Essential criteria
- Degree / Diploma in Nursing studies or equivalent
- Registered Nurse with current NMC registration (Part 1 Adult / General Level 1 or 2)
Desirable criteria
- ILS Trained
- Attended Gastro Study Day or Equivalent
Knowledge, Training & Experience
Essential criteria
- Evidence of continuous professional development (CPD)
- Extensive post registration experience
Desirable criteria
- Experience of Mentoring Nursing students and Nurse Associates
- Previous Band 6 Experience.
Skills & Abilities
Essential criteria
- Demonstrates evidence based clinical knowledge
- IT Skills
- Communicates clearly and accurately both verbally and in writing
- Improve the standard of patient care
Desirable criteria
- Ability to coordinate your workload and supervise members of the team, ensuring high quality, safe and effective patient care
- Experience of the use of clinical systems Demonstrate initiative to proactively problem solve with a solution focus
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
- James Ashton
- Job title
- Ward Manager
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 0161 2060749
- Additional information
James Ashton - [email protected]
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