Registered Nurse - Fairfax

South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust Registered Nurse - Fairfax The closing date is 23 August 2026 Apply for this job

Job summary

Registered Nurse - Frailty Unit We are looking for an enthusiastic and compassionate Registered Nurse to join our dedicated Frailty Unit . This is an exciting opportunity to work in a specialist environment where you will play a vital role in supporting older patients, many of whom are living with complex health needs.

As a member of our multidisciplinary team, you will provide safe, effective, and person-centred nursing care that promotes dignity, independence, and quality of life.

You will be responsible for undertaking comprehensive patient assessments, developing, and delivering individualised care plans, administering medications, and ensuring continuity of care through close collaboration with colleagues and families. The Frailty Unit offers a fast-paced yet supportive environment where no two days are the same.

You will have the opportunity to develop your skills in frailty care, working alongside experienced nurses, doctors, therapists, and support staff who are all committed to delivering the highest standards of care.

While experience in elderly care or acute medicine would be an advantage, we welcome applications from nurses with a passion for making a difference and a willingness to learn. Main duties of the job To deliver a high standard of nursing care to patients undergoing surgical or medical treatment.

The post holders will be responsible for the assessment of patient care needs, and implementation and evaluation of the programme of the care. The post holders are required to work as part of a team committed to delivering and improving a high standard of nursing care within South Warwickshire NHS Foundation Trust.

About us

Come and join a Trust rated Outstanding by the CQC. South Warwickshire NHS Foundation Trust have been rated as outstanding following our latest inspection by the CQC and we are recruiting new staff to come and help us improve even further.

We provide services across Warwickshire and beyond ranging from Hospitals in Warwick, Stratford-Upon-Avon, Royal Leamington Spa and Shipston-on Stour to Community Services across the county.

We are a progressive, expanding organisation with great ambition around improving quality, integrating pathways and delivering high levels of productivity. Our values can be summed up in one sentence. We are 'Trusted to provide safe, effective and compassionate care'.

Throughout the recruitment process you will be asked to think about how you demonstrate these values and how they impact on your work. It doesn't matter what role you do, whether it is patient facing or not, we are all working in the same way with our values at the core.

Job description

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responsibilities

Key Result Areas: Clinical Take clinical responsibility for patients within your allocated area of work Continuously assess, plan, implement and evaluate treatment, using appropriate programmes/methods of care To ensure a high delivery of quality care in accordance with Trust policies, procedures and guidelines.

Participating in activities to improve the quality, productivity and effectiveness of care in response to local and national policies and initiatives To practice in accordance with the NMC Code of Professional conduct and scope of professional practice and maintain own NMC registration In the absence of a senior colleague, and following appropriate induction and guidance, will be expected to co-ordinate the shift, and take management responsibility for admissions, transfers and discharges to the ward or department.

Liaise with the multi-disciplinary team to ensure an effective flow and communications within the area, including being available for Board and Ward Rounds as required. Communication Showing empathy, understanding, and professionalism, when communicating with patients, their carers and families.

Identifying individual needs and therefore utilising a range of agreed communication mediums Communicate effectively and professionally with colleagues and all levels of staff Maintain confidentiality at all times, as required by legislation and Trust policy Professionalism Ensure records and documentation are maintained, kept confidential, and meets professional NMC guidelines, appropriate Trust standards, and in line with the Data Protection Act To act in a professional manner, and as a role model, at all times, leading by example to junior members of

the team

Demonstrates a positive and enthusiastic approach to their work in order to maintain high morale and motivation within the department. Promoting a professional and positive working environment Maintain and develop own professional knowledge Be aware of and adhere to the Professional Presentation Policy

Person Specification

Qualifications Essential First Level RGN Degree/Diploma in Nursing/Health studies NMC Registration Desirable Evidence of continuous professional development Non-medical prescriber IT Skills Experience Desirable Acute nursing Care of older people Skills Essential Demonstrates a good understanding of the nursing process Able to efficiently plan and allocate work Able to manage time effectively Demonstrates knowledge of clinical audit and clinical effectiveness Demonstrate an understanding of Equality and Diversity Desirable Must be able to work on own initiative and be able to supervise other staff effectively Demonstrates knowledge of research based practices Personal Qualities Essential Able to work as an effective team member Able to express self clearly and confidently - verbal and written Demonstrates commitment and ability to teach others Able to adapt to changing circumstances Able to achieve personal objectives Other job

Requirements

Essential Flexible - can work shifts, weekend, bank holidays and evening duties Able to change duties at short notice Ability to travel independently Must be willing to travel across localities.

Desirable Aware of current NHS issues and priorities 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.

Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab) .

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement.

Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab) . 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 South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust Address Fairfax Ward Lakin Road Warwick CV34 5BW United Kingdom Employer's website https://www.swft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab) Employer contact details For questions about the job, contact: Ward Manager Gugulethu Garratt gugulethu.garratt@swft.nhs.uk 01926495321 Details Date posted 11 August 2026 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £32,073 to £39,043 a year Per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 203-EM865 Job locations Fairfax Ward Lakin Road Warwick CV34 5BW United Kingdom Supporting documents Privacy notice South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust's privacy notice (opens in a new tab)