Job summary
Ward 35 is a 23-bed Care of the Elderly ward providing assessment, treatment and rehabilitation for patients aged 65 years and over. The ward cares for patients with a wide range of complex medical, physical and cognitive health needs, including dementia, delirium, Parkinson's disease, frailty, falls risk, and multiple long-term conditions.

As a Band 5 Staff Nurse, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality, person-centred nursing care, ensuring patient safety, dignity and wellbeing at all times. You will work as part of a highly skilled multidisciplinary team (MDT), collaborating closely with doctors, therapists, pharmacists, dietitians, discharge coordinators and specialist nurses to support patients throughout their hospital journey and facilitate safe, effective discharge planning.

We pride ourselves on excellent multidisciplinary team working, with nurses, doctors, therapists and support services working collaboratively to achieve the best possible outcomes for our patients. Our focus is on delivering safe, compassionate, holistic care while supporting patients to maintain independence and return safely to their chosen place of residence.

Main duties of the job

• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate individualised care for older adults with complex healthcare needs.
• Recognise and respond appropriately to changes in patients' physical and cognitive conditions.
• Support the management of patients living with dementia, delirium and Parkinson's disease using evidence-based approaches.
• Undertake medicines administration and treatment within Trust policies and professional standards.
• Complete and maintain accurate nursing documentation and risk assessments.
• Promote falls prevention, pressure ulcer prevention and patient safety initiatives.
• Participate in ward rounds, MDT meetings and discharge planning processes.
• Provide emotional support and effective communication with patients, relatives and carers.
• Supervise and support Healthcare Assistants, nursing students and newly qualified staff where appropriate.
• Contribute to quality improvement, infection prevention and clinical governance activities.
• Ensure compassionate, dignified care that promotes independence and maximises patient outcomes.

Job responsibilities

• Current NMC UK registration and a commitment to maintaining professional standards and continuing professional development.
• Excellent clinical assessment and decision-making skills, with the ability to recognise and respond to deteriorating patients.
• Experience or an interest in caring for older adults with frailty, dementia, delirium, Parkinson's disease and multiple long-term conditions.
• A sound understanding of safeguarding, patient safety, falls prevention, pressure ulcer prevention and risk management.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with patients, relatives, carers and colleagues.
• The ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team, contributing positively to ward rounds, discharge planning and holistic patient care.
• A compassionate and person-centred approach that promotes dignity, independence and respect for every patient.
• Good organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritise workload in a busy ward environment.
• The ability to supervise and support Healthcare Assistants, nursing students and junior colleagues where appropriate.
• A commitment to quality improvement and providing excellent standards of care in line with Trust values.

We are looking for someone who is

• Caring, kind and empathetic.
• Enthusiastic about caring for older people.
• Resilient and adaptable in a fast-paced clinical environment.
• A team player who values collaboration and MDT working.
• Committed to delivering safe, effective and compassionate care.
• Passionate about improving patient outcomes and experience.

Qualifications

• Essential: Registered Nurse, current NMC registration; Diploma in Nursing.
• Desirable: Mentorship/teaching qualification; Post registration qualification in relevant specialty.

Experience

• Essential: Post registration experience and successful completion of band 5 foundation gateway competencies; Experience within relevant clinical setting; Evidence of maintaining a clinical learning environment; Evidence of working with students.
• Desirable: Recent acute hospital experience [including as a student nurse].

Skills

• Essential: Ability to organise workload and delegate tasks appropriately; Ability to work as part of a team; Ability to support less experienced staff; Ability to problem solve; Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Desirable: Basic IT skills, including e-mail and word processing.

Other

• Supportive of colleagues; Ability to work in changing environments; Committed to high standards of patient care; Exemplary personal standards of conduct and behaviour; Maintain both personal and professional development; Willingness to be flexible and adaptable.

Knowledge

• Essential: Knowledge of current nursing issues and clinical governance; Demonstrates awareness of own limitations.

Date posted: 04 November 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: 287-AMED-398-26
Location: Aintree University Hospital, Lower Lane, Liverpool, L9 7AL

Employer details
Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Aintree University Hospital, Lower Lane, Liverpool, L9 7AL, United Kingdom
Website: https://www.liverpoolft.nhs.uk/

For questions about the job, contact:
Naomi Williams, Ward manager
naomi.williams@liverpoolft.nhs.uk
01515298452

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check. Applicants requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome to apply. Applicants must have current UK professional registration.