About this role
Job summary
Band 5 Staff NurseMedical Short Stay Ward , Frimley Park Hospital
This role is open to newly qualified nurses graduating in September 2026
Are you a compassionate and motivated nurse looking for an exciting opportunity in general medicine? We are seeking a Band 5 Staff Nurse to join our 22-bedded Male & female medical ward, dedicated to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care to individuals with a wide range of acute and chronic medical conditions.
Ward F14 admits patients directly from the Emergency Department (ED) and other acute pathways, ensuring timely assessment, treatment, and ongoing management. The ward also places a strong emphasis on effective discharge planning, supporting safe and seamless transitions of care for patients.
This is an excellent opportunity for a nurse who is keen to develop their clinical skills in acute medicine, enhance their knowledge of discharge coordination, and provide holistic care within a supportive and dynamic team environment.
Main duties of the job
Provide high-quality, evidence-based nursing care to acutely unwell patients. Assist in the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of care, ensuring individualised treatment for each patient. Support safe and efficient discharge planning, working closely with the multidisciplinary team (MDT) and discharge coordinators. Administer medications safely and effectively, in accordance with hospital protocols. Monitor and respond to deteriorating patients, escalating concerns as appropriate. Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation. Work collaboratively with colleagues, supporting junior staff, students, and healthcare assistants. Contribute to infection prevention, hygiene standards, and initiatives to improve patient experience on the ward.
About us
Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust is committed to being an inclusive and disability confident employer and has been awarded the Gold for the Armed Forces Employment Recognition Scheme. We provide first class development opportunities for all staff and have a wide range of professional, management and leadership, and clinical skills training available.
Here at Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust, we know how important it is to have a healthy work life balance; this benefits not only individuals but the patients we care for too.
We encourage applications from people who wish to work on a flexible basis, recognising that flexibility may mean a range of different working patterns and hours, we do our utmost to work with our staff to meet their needs and the needs of our service and its users.
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Job description Job responsibilities
For a full list of responsibilities and tasks associated with this role, please refer to the job description/person specification attached to this vacancy.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Registered General Nurse Current (or pending) NMC Registration
Desirable
Degree level registration
Experience Essential
Recent experience within an acute medical nursing environment
Desirable
Post registration experience
Skills & Knowledge Essential
Effective communication skills (written and verbal) Good interpersonal skills with the ability to manage difficult / stressful situations Able to prioritise workload (self and others) and meet deadlines Able to train and supervise junior staff
Special Requirements Essential
To work in other areas of the department when required Able to work flexible shifts, weekends and bank holidays as required
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address Frimley Park Hospital
Portsmouth Road
Frimley
GU16 7UJ
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.fhft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)