Job summary
Lynher Ward are pleased to be able to offer a permanent vacancy for a Registered Nurse. We are a 32 bedded acute multi-specialty surgical ward with a 5-bedded Level 1 bay. We specialise in Plastic Surgery, Maxillo Facial, Urology and Ear Nose and Throat and deliver bespoke training in our multiple specialities through our specialist teams and clinical educator & as such it is an exciting time to join our fast paced, thriving ward. We are part of the wider Head, Neck, Eyes and Skin directorate.

We are a proud committed team who promise to provide you with experience and skills which will help to enhance your future career opportunities.

Why not come and visit the ward for an informal visit we would like to meet you and introduce you to the team.

Please note that applications from temporary workers who have been engaged with the Trust for a minimum of 3 months are welcome.

Main duties of the job
With the direction of the Nurse-in-Charge you will co-ordinate, and deliver effective quality nursing care by assessing the needs, planning, implementing & evaluating the care for a group of patients.

• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Following a period of Preceptorship take responsibility for the supervision of Health Care Assistants and other learners.
• To work within the NMC code of practice and professional guidelines

About us
We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure.

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If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment manager for this post who will put you into contact with the recruitment team. We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.

Details
Date posted: 06 November 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 5
Salary: £32,073 to £39,043 a year, Per Annum
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number: 216-AM-DD8364164
Job locations: Derriford Hospital, Plymouth, PL6 8DH, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

• Communicate sensitively, confidentially and with empathy to meet the physical, psychological and emotional needs of patients, carers and relatives. This may involve complex or contentious information including life-changing injuries, cancer diagnoses, altered body image and fertility-related concerns.
• Using a range of communication tools, interpret and present clinical information to patients and their families in ways that can be clearly understood, recognising individual needs and overcoming barriers to communication.
• Provide support, counselling and advocacy for patients, carers and colleagues where appropriate.
• Develop and maintain communication with patients and relatives regarding difficult or sensitive issues including reconstructive surgery, traumatic injuries, facial disfigurement, urological conditions and adverse clinical outcomes.
• Provide accurate, timely and relevant patient progress updates and handover information using both written and electronic systems.
• Ensure effective communication is initiated and maintained between members of the multidisciplinary team including Plastic Surgery, ENT, Maxillofacial Surgery, Urology, REI, Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech and Language Therapy, Dietetics and Specialist Nursing teams.
• Communicate and cooperate with other wards, departments, hospitals and community services, promoting and maintaining good working relationships and ensuring continuity of patient care.
• Liaise with external Trusts and specialist centres regarding transfer and repatriation of patients.
• Attend and actively participate in ward, departmental and multidisciplinary meetings.
• Maintain confidentiality at all times as required by legislation and Trust policy.

For further information please see attached job description

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential: Registered Nurse (Adult) on the NMC Register; Nurse Degree or Equivalent Demonstrable Experience
Desirable: Relevant post-registration surgical qualification

Knowledge & Experience
Essential: Demonstrable experience of working within an acute healthcare setting; Proven knowledge of patient-centred care and multidisciplinary working
Desirable: Previous demonstrable experience within a surgical ward environment; Demonstrable experience within Plastics, ENT, Maxillofacial Surgery, Urology or REI services

Aptitude & Abilities
Essential: Ability to assess clinical situations and act appropriately; Ability to work independently within own sphere of competence whilst recognising limitations; Ability to maintain accurate and contemporaneous clinical records
Desirable: Demonstrable experience teaching or supporting learners in practice; Demonstrable experience supporting audits or quality improvement projects

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.

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.

UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

Employer details
Employer name: University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust
Address: Derriford Hospital, Plymouth, PL6 8DH, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.plymouthhospitals.nhs.uk/

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact: Ward Manager, Zara Lyons, zara.lyons@nhs.net, 01752431377

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