Job summary

Ward A4 is a 35-bedded surgical ward specialising in colorectal and general surgery. It offers a dynamic, fast-paced environment where delivering high-quality care is both challenging and rewarding, with strong opportunities for learning, skills development, and professional growth within a supportive team.

The ward includes an Intermediate Surgical Care Unit (ISCU), providing enhanced monitoring with flexible nurse-to-patient ratios based on clinical need. ISCU acts as a vital bridge between standard ward care and Level 2/3 critical care, ensuring safe, responsive, and specialised support throughout patient recovery.

We are seeking a motivated and compassionate Registered Nurse committed to delivering excellent patient care and maintaining high clinical standards. You will work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, including surgical consultants, nurse practitioners, critical care outreach, and therapy teams, in an environment that promotes learning and innovation.

What We Offer:

• Structured Development Programme: Comprehensive training to support clinical skills and career progression.
• Multidisciplinary Team Working: Work alongside an experienced and supportive team across multiple specialties.
• Supportive and Inclusive Culture: A respectful environment where teamwork, learning, and staff wellbeing are prioritised.

Main duties of the job

About you:

• A compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse with a passion for delivering high-quality surgical care.
• Able to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, demonstrating resilience and a commitment to achieving excellent patient outcomes.
• A proactive and forward-thinking professional with a strong commitment to continuous learning and development.

• Deliver high-quality patient care: Provide safe, compassionate, and effective care, ensuring individual patient needs are consistently met.
• Work collaboratively within the MDT: Liaise with surgeons, nurse practitioners, critical care outreach, and wider teams to optimise patient outcomes.
• Support ISCU care: Deliver enhanced monitoring and care for patients requiring a higher level of support.
• Maintain patient safety and wellbeing: Assess patients, monitor clinical conditions, administer medications, and respond promptly to deterioration.
• Contribute to education and discharge planning: Support patients and families with post-operative care and recovery guidance.
• Ensure accurate documentation: Maintain timely and compliant patient records in line with Trust standards.
• Engage in development and teamwork: Participate in training, reflective practice, and contribute to a positive team culture.

About us

As part of our commitment to supporting our employees we offer a range of benefits including:

• Generous annual leave entitlement;
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme;
• Flexible working opportunities;
• Enhanced hourly rates for unsociable hours e.g. night shifts, weekends, bank holidays;
• Opportunities for career development and training to help you progress in your role;
• Wellbeing support and activities to promote a healthy work environment;
• Access to our in-house physiotherapy service;
• On-site canteens offering subsidised meals;
• Subsidised staff parking (currently free);
• Free Stagecoach Bus Travel to and from work within Cambridgeshire and Peterborough

We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees feel valued and empowered to excel in their roles. Join us and become part of a team dedicated to making a positive difference in our community.