Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic, passionate and committed Registered nurse who has an interest in Elderly care and care of patients with dementia or is interested in gaining a broad knowledge around this fantastic area of nursing.

Dart ward is a 16 bedded healthcare of the elderly ward and receives a broad range of acute medical conditions. Working alongside the MDT you will get a chance to help change patients lives.

You will work as a Registered Nurse within a multidisciplinary team. To promote and maintain a safe clinical environment for all patients, their carers, visitors and staff.

Complying with the Trust's values and expected behaviours and deliver a high standard of care in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team.

Main duties of the job

• Act with professionalism and integrity, being a role model to those around us and ensuring everyone has an equal opportunity
• Provide a service that is tailored to meet the needs of the individual and to understand what our patients/customers need and be adaptable and responsive
• Document and evaluate all care given
• Act as an advocate for staff, patients and relatives at all times
• Provide a high-quality customer service which complies with relevant legislation and NHS Employment check standards
• Be honest and learn from mistakes, and help to create a "no-blame" culture were people feel able to share and learn from experiences together
• Be aware of the side effects of any treatment in progress and adopt a problem-solving approach to minimise the potentially adverse reactions
• Work as part of a team demonstrating effective communication, and working collaboratively with colleagues inside and out of the department.
• Undertake intravenous drug administration within 6 months of being in post, following successful completion of Trust training and assessment
• Acknowledge that you need to continually deliver greater value to customers
• Be honest about your biggest challenges and create a culture of curiosity and openness

About us
Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust encourages a multi-cultural workforce, with a focus on staff well-being.

You will be a valued team member who is happy to input ideas and suggestions but also ensure Trust Policy is adhered to. You will support others to provide a standardised level of safe care.

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Please note: Priority will be given to applicants with recognised 'Priority' or 'At Risk' status, including NHS staff identified across Devon.

Job responsibilities

• Plan, instigate and evaluate care for your patients.
• Support and guide junior staff and the team as a whole.
• Ensure a safe clinical environment for patients, their carers, visitors and staff.
• Comply with Trust values and expected behaviours.

Save the date:
Should you be successful in the shortlisting process, you will be invited to attend an interview date on Wednesday 14th October 2026.

Full Vacancy details can be found on the attached Job Description/Person Specification. Please refer to your suitability to the post in your supporting information from the role requirements or person specification.

Person Specification
Qualifications and training
Essential

• Registered Nurse (Adult)
• Current/Awaiting NMC registration.

Desirable

• Evidence of continuing professional development

Knowledge and experience
Essential

• Ward nursing experience
• Ability to organise workload for self and others

Desirable

• Ability to complete IV medications

Specific skills
Essential

• Ability to assess, plan and evaluate care
• Effective communication skills
• Ability to work well in a team
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to prioritise workload
• Motivation to learn

Desirable

• Computer literacy
• Experience of managing acutely ill patients
• Awareness of quality issues

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.
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).