Join the NHS as a Senior Staff Nurse in Saltash, leading a team of nurses to deliver exceptional patient care in a supportive community hospital setting. This role offers the opportunity to mentor junior staff and contribute to innovative healthcare practices within the UK's premier health service.

As a Senior Staff Nurse at the NHS in Saltash, you will play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care within a vibrant community hospital. Your responsibilities will include leading and supervising a team of registered nurses and healthcare assistants, ensuring the highest standards of clinical practice and patient safety. You will assess patient needs, develop individualized care plans, and coordinate multidisciplinary interventions to support recovery and wellbeing.

In this leadership position, you will mentor junior staff, facilitate training sessions, and contribute to quality improvement initiatives that enhance service delivery. The role demands a proactive approach to managing complex cases, promoting infection prevention, and upholding safeguarding principles. You will work closely with doctors, therapists, and social workers to provide holistic care, while also participating in audits and policy development to drive continuous improvement.

The NHS offers a rewarding environment where your expertise can make a real difference to patients' lives. With opportunities for career advancement and a supportive team culture, this position is ideal for an experienced nurse seeking to take the next step in their professional journey. Join us in Saltash and be part of a dedicated workforce committed to excellence in healthcare.

• Registered Nurse (RN) qualification with active NMC registration
• Minimum of 5 years' post-registration experience in acute or community nursing
• Proven leadership skills and experience supervising nursing teams
• Strong clinical knowledge in patient assessment, care planning, and implementation
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams
• Ability to work flexibly across shifts, including nights and weekends
• Commitment to continuous professional development and evidence-based practice
• Safeguarding and infection control competencies

• Competitive salary with progression opportunities within NHS pay bands
• Generous pension scheme and life assurance
• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with service
• Comprehensive health and wellbeing support, including counseling services
• Access to professional development funding and training programs
• Subsidized staff restaurant and on-site parking
• Flexible working options and childcare vouchers
• Employee assistance program for personal and family support