Staff Nurse - OPUSS Ward

Job summary

OPUSS Ward is a short stay ward for the care of older people. We are looking for a dedicated, compassionate and motivated registered nurse.

As a Registered Nurse on the Elderly Care Ward, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality, compassionate, and person-centred care to older adults, many of whom present with complex medical, cognitive, and social needs. You will be responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating individualised care plans, working as part of a multidisciplinary team to promote patient well-being, dignity and independence.

This role requires a caring, kind and professional approach, excellent clinical skills and the ability to respond to the changing needs of patients in a busy and sometimes challenging environment.

OPUSS Team is striving for excellence, under strong nurse leadership, we support and promote wellbeing within our Team and strive to develop new staff members to reach their full potential.

Main duties of the job

Work in accordance with the NMC Code of Professional Conduct and relevant professional guidelines, acting as a named nurse or key worker for a defined group of patients.

Take responsibility for:

• Assessing care and health education needs
• Developing, implementing, and evaluating individualised care plans, including discharge planning

Gain experience and develop skills in:

• Clinical practice
• Facilitation and teaching
• Management and leadership (as appropriate)

Contribute to the delivery of the RUH Nursing Strategy, supporting its objectives through effective communication and participation in clinical supervision.

Act as a mentor, preceptor, facilitator, and role model for less experienced staff, promoting learning and professional development within the team.

About us

At the RUH, people are at the heart of everything we do. We work together as one team to make a real difference - for our patients, for each other, and for our community. Whatever your role, your contribution matters in delivering the exceptional, person-centred care we're proud of.

We're committed to creating a compassionate, inclusive environment where everyone feels valued. Our growing staff networks celebrate success, amplify voices, and create opportunities to listen and learn. We champion kindness and civility, embrace diversity, and believe it makes us stronger.

Learning, development, and innovation run through everything we do. We'll support you to thrive and reach your full potential, with clear pathways for career progression.

Your wellbeing matters to us. Our holistic programme supports physical, emotional, spiritual, and financial health - and yes, we even have a pool!