Job overview Robin Ward is seeking enthusiastic and dynamic Staff Nurses to join our friendly surgical team. Robin Ward is a 14-bedded surgical ward with 5 trolley spaces within ESAC (Day Case Unit). We provide care to both elective and emergency surgical patients, across a wide range of specialties including: Upper Gastrointestinal Colorectal Breast Vascular Urology Previous surgical experience is not essential, as full training and support will be provided. Delivering excellence in patient care and patient experience is at the heart of everything we do. In return, we are committed to supporting your personal and professional development within a positive and nurturing environment. We welcome applications from: Newly qualified nurses Experienced registered nurses Nurses seeking their first NHS role Internal candidates looking to gain experience in a surgical specialty Wherever you are in your nursing journey, we would be delighted to hear from you. What we offer: Excellent training and development opportunities Access to the NHS Pension Scheme NHS staff discounts Opportunities for flexible working Access to onsite childcare provisions Informal visits are strongly encouraged, giving you the opportunity to meet the team and see first-hand how care is delivered within the unit. Advert Main Duties and Responsibilities Deliver high-quality pre-operative and post-operative nursing care to surgical patients Perform wound care and dressings in line with clinical guidelines Administer medications safely and accurately Complete comprehensive nursing assessments and documentation Take daily responsibility for allocated patients, ensuring continuity of care Communicate effectively with patients, families, and the wider healthcare team Work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team to plan, implement, and evaluate individualised programmes of care Professional Practice and Team Contribution Work efficiently within a team nursing framework while providing individualised, patient-centred care Contribute to the development and maintenance of a positive and supportive learning environment Supervise and support junior registered nurses and non-registered staff Actively participate in service improvement and quality care delivery Role Overview This is a varied, challenging, and rewarding role offering the opportunity to make a meaningful difference to patient care. You will support patients through rehabilitation and recovery following surgery or acute illness, as well as provide holistic, compassionate care to patients at the end of life, ensuring dignity and comfort at all times. Working for our organisation Ashford and St. Peter’s Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (ASPH) provides acute and specialist healthcare to over 410,000 people across North West Surrey, parts of Hounslow, and surrounding areas. We employ more than 3,700 professionals—including doctors, nurses, midwives, allied health staff, and support teams—delivering high-quality, patient-centred care at Ashford Hospital and St. Peter’s Hospital, as well as through community clinics and local healthcare settings. Our vision is to be a leading NHS Trust, fostering an inclusive, supportive, and forward-thinking workplace focused on professional development, staff wellbeing, and flexible working. We invest in our workforce to empower teams to provide outstanding care. This is an exciting time to join ASPH as we expand Ashford Hospital’s theatre facilities and develop it as a dedicated elective centre for planned surgeries, delivered by specialist multidisciplinary teams in modern, well-equipped facilities. We also aim to promote learning and innovation, supporting the training of future NHS professionals. We welcome motivated individuals to join our journey of growth and improvement. Vacancies may close early if enough applications are received, so early application is encouraged. Detailed job description and main responsibilities Working as a Registered Nurse within the hospital setting. Carry out assigned tasks involved with direct patient care whilst maintaining the privacy and dignity of patients. This will be whilst demonstrating excellent care, compassion and communication, working alongside the multidisciplinary team, incorporating: Delivering high quality direct patient care Following patient admission/transfer/discharge processes Maintaining a safe environment Medication administration Care planning, implementation and evaluation Communicate effectively with the multi-disciplinary team, patients, families and their carers Maintain best practice, ensuring compliance with evidence-based practice and research Accountable to nurse in charge of each shift and supporting junior colleagues Maintain skills, knowledge and competencies adhering to the NMC Code of Professional Conduct, and the Trusts policies and procedure See full job description for full details.