Job Summary
Continuing responsibility for the delivery of care needs and maintenance of Clinical Standards on the ward/dept. Provide effective leadership and support to all grades of staff, planning and directing activities to provide the optimal standard of care. Ensure that the ward is clean and provides a safe environment for patients and staff. To deputise for the Ward Manager when required. Participate in Directorate/site management responsibilities.
Main Duties
Professional Leadership/Management
* Co‑ordinate the provision of high quality patient care, ensuring that the service continually meets the needs of patients.
* Ensure all staff are aware of their role and responsibilities.
* Operate the scheme of delegation, as directed by the Ward/Dept Manager, so that staff are aware of their responsibilities and accountabilities for patient care.
* Ensure that all staff (including students, temporary, part‑time nursing staff and junior members of the multidisciplinary clinical teams) are trained and educated in the appropriate skills to deliver competent and timely patient care.
* Provide support to all staff (including students, temporary, part‑time nursing staff and junior members of the multidisciplinary clinical teams) to ensure they are supported and supervised in a way that promotes patient well‑being and staff development.
* Assist Ward Manager with recruitment and selection of staff.
* Responsible for stock levels on ward.
* Responsible for staff cover (e.g. duty rota).
* Develop protocols within clinical areas.
* Safeguard patients and their property.
* Supervise the effective utilisation of the nursing resource to provide a safe level of patient care, taking into account individual staff preferences and financial constraints.
* Act as an effective role model for all ward staff.
* Ensure patient/carer views are sought and incorporated into the development and improvement of practice.
About Us
We operate from three main hospitals – Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal – as well as a number of community health‑care premises including Millom Hospital and GP Practice, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, and Ulverston Community Health Centre. The three main hospitals provide a full range of services, from emergency departments and critical/coronary care units to consultant‑led specialities, as well as planned care such as outpatients, diagnostics, therapies, day‑case and inpatient surgery. Local outreach and diagnostic services are also available across community facilities throughout Morecambe Bay.
Details
* Posted: 06 November 2025
* Pay scheme: Agenda for Change
* Band: Band 6
* Salary: £38,682 – £46,580 per annum
* Contract: Fixed term
* Duration: 7 months
* Working pattern: Full‑time
* Reference number: 331‑L19911125
* Job location: Ward 22 Royal Lancaster Infirmary, Ashton Road, Lancaster, LA1 4RG
Person Specification
Essential
* 1st level registered nurse with a recent post‑basic clinical qualification in the relevant area.
* Recent relevant experience at senior level within the speciality, evidence of clinical competence, ability to assume a lead clinical role, understanding of setting and monitoring of standards, evidence of teaching and developing staff, and ability to work as a member of the multidisciplinary clinical team.
* Demonstrable appropriate/specific clinical skills to designated area.
Desirable
* Recent leadership development or willingness to work towards a leadership qualification.
* Advanced life support certification.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check to ensure no previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers requiring current Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.
UK Registration
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Employer Details
University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Trust
Ward 22 Royal Lancaster Infirmary
Ashton Road
Lancaster
LA1 4RG
Website: https://www.uhmb.nhs.uk
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