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Registered Nurse - Bolton Ward
Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
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Job summary
Join Bolton Ward at Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust (HDFT) to develop your nursing skills and experience across general surgery, urology and gastroenterology.
We are looking for a motivated, kind and enthusiastic Band 5 Registered Adult Nurse to join our welcoming team. Bolton Ward is a multi-specialty male ward caring for patients across general surgery, urology and gastroenterology, offering opportunities to broaden your skills, knowledge and experience. Bolton Ward also incorporates the Surgical Assessment Unit, where you will support the assessment and care of patients presenting with acute surgical conditions.
Whether you are beginning your nursing career or bringing experience to a new specialty, we will support you to develop and make a valued contribution. You will join a professional, adaptable team that takes pride in delivering high-quality care, supporting colleagues and making improvements that matter to patients.
Main duties of the job
You will deliver safe, effective and compassionate nursing care, working closely with patients, their families and the multidisciplinary team to assess needs, plan care and support recovery.
Your role will include caring for patients with a range of surgical, urological and gastroenterological conditions, alongside supporting the Surgical Assessment Unit. This varied environment offers opportunities to strengthen your clinical skills and develop experience in acute assessment, pre- and post-operative care, and discharge planning.
Your development matters to us. At HDFT, we offer:
o Newly qualified Registered Nurses will be automatically booked on to our award winning preceptorship programme.o An individually assessed supernumerary period, with ongoing Practice Educator support help you settle into your role.o Access to training in our Clinical Skills Lab and personal development courses.o Regular appraisals to identify your goals and agree a development plan.o Opportunities to explore rotations within other surgical departments in the directorate
We welcome colleagues who are curious, keen to learn and willing to contribute ideas. You will have opportunities to take part in quality improvement and help shape the care we provide.
About us
Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust (HDFT) cares for the population in Harrogate and the local area, as well as across North Yorkshire, Leeds and parts of the North East.
At HDFT we provide outstanding care to both our patients and our staff and we value Kindness, Integrity, Teamwork and Equality. If you're looking for an interesting and rewarding career in the NHS, where you can make a real difference to patients' lives, HDFT could be the place for you!
We offer colleagues:
- A supportive culture so colleagues can bring their whole selves to work.
- Staff Recognition - as well as regular appraisals, we recognise achievements with our Making a Difference & Team of the Month Awards, along with annual Colleague Recognition Awards.
- Employee Support and wellbeing - we offer a wide range of staff benefits including an Employee Assistance Programme, counselling service and a fast-track Physiotherapy service.
Please note:
- Due to high levels of interest, posts may close early if we reach a sufficient number of applications
- Visa sponsorship is only available for certain roles. Please ensure the role you are interested in meets the criteria for a visa before submitting your application.
- Please also be aware that the Trust does not offer relocation packages for Agenda for Change roles.
- All job offers are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks.
Details
Date posted
29 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£32,073 to £39,043 a year per annum (pro rata)
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
421-PSC-4060B
Job locations
Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust
Lancaster Park Road
Harrogate
HG27SX
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
As a Registered Nurse on Bolton Ward, you will:
- Assess, plan, deliver and evaluate individualised nursing care, involving patients and their families or carers in decisions
- Provide care across general surgery, urology and gastroenterology, developing the specialist knowledge and skills required for your role.
- Support the Surgical Assessment Unit, working with the multidisciplinary team to assess patients needs and provide timely care.
- Monitor patients condition, recognise deterioration and escalate concerns promptly.
- Administer medicines safely, including intravenous medicines once trained and assessed as competent, in accordance with Trust policies.
- Communicate effectively with colleagues to support continuity of care, safe transfers and discharge planning
- Maintain accurate records and practise in accordance with the NMC Code and Trust policies and procedures.
- Contribute to a safe clinical environment through infection prevention, risk management and completion of mandatory training.
- Work within your competence, using professional judgement and seeking advice and support when needed.
- Contribute to team learning, quality improvement and a welcoming environment for colleagues and students.
Come and meet the team
We welcome informal conversations and visits so you can learn more about Bolton Ward, see the clinical environment and discuss how the role could support your career aspirations.
Please contact Rachel Latimer (Ward Manager) for further information or to arrange a visit. [email protected]
Job description
Job responsibilities
As a Registered Nurse on Bolton Ward, you will:
- Assess, plan, deliver and evaluate individualised nursing care, involving patients and their families or carers in decisions
- Provide care across general surgery, urology and gastroenterology, developing the specialist knowledge and skills required for your role.
- Support the Surgical Assessment Unit, working with the multidisciplinary team to assess patients needs and provide timely care.
- Monitor patients condition, recognise deterioration and escalate concerns promptly.
- Administer medicines safely, including intravenous medicines once trained and assessed as competent, in accordance with Trust policies.
- Communicate effectively with colleagues to support continuity of care, safe transfers and discharge planning
- Maintain accurate records and practise in accordance with the NMC Code and Trust policies and procedures.
- Contribute to a safe clinical environment through infection prevention, risk management and completion of mandatory training.
- Work within your competence, using professional judgement and seeking advice and support when needed.
- Contribute to team learning, quality improvement and a welcoming environment for colleagues and students.
Come and meet the team
We welcome informal conversations and visits so you can learn more about Bolton Ward, see the clinical environment and discuss how the role could support your career aspirations.
Please contact Rachel Latimer (Ward Manager) for further information or to arrange a visit. [email protected]
Person Specification
NMC Registration
Essential
- Registered Adult Nurse with current NMC registration or on an NMC approved BSc/MSc nursing programme due to register with the NMC within 12 months.
- Evidence of on-going professional development
- Relevant clinical training e.g. BLS, Manual Handling, Infection Control
Desirable
- Practice Supervisor / Assessor qualification
- Additional clinical skills such as venepuncture, cannulation, IV drug administration, VAC dressings, bladder irrigation, catheterisation and ECG recording.
Experience
Essential
- Professional, clinical knowledge acquired through training to degree or equivalent.
Desirable
- Experience of working in a healthcare setting
- Experience within a surgical area
Person Specification
NMC Registration
Essential
- Registered Adult Nurse with current NMC registration or on an NMC approved BSc/MSc nursing programme due to register with the NMC within 12 months.
- Evidence of on-going professional development
- Relevant clinical training e.g. BLS, Manual Handling, Infection Control
Desirable
- Practice Supervisor / Assessor qualification
- Additional clinical skills such as venepuncture, cannulation, IV drug administration, VAC dressings, bladder irrigation, catheterisation and ECG recording.
Experience
Essential
- Professional, clinical knowledge acquired through training to degree or equivalent.
Desirable
- Experience of working in a healthcare setting
- Experience within a surgical area
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).
Additional information
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
Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust
Lancaster Park Road
Harrogate
HG27SX
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.hdft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust
Lancaster Park Road
Harrogate
HG27SX
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.hdft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)