Ward Manager – Acute Medical Ward

London: The Wellington Hospital

Hours: Full Time (37.5hrs) per week

Contract: Permanent

Salary: Competitive and Excellent Benefits

Due to recent expansion, we are seeking highly motivated Ward Manager to join our acute nursing team on our newly opened 14-bed dedicated Acute Medical Ward at The Wellington Hospital—the UK’s largest private hospital, rated “Good” by the CQC.

This ward supports our on-site Acute Admissions Unit, providing exceptional care to medical patients in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

As Ward Manager, you will be responsible for the day-to-day clinical and operational management of our new inpatient medical ward, ensuring the highest standards of patient care through effective leadership. You will oversee both the nursing and administrative teams, fostering a positive and supportive environment.

This role offers a unique opportunity to develop expertise in complex wound management and tissue viability, work alongside some of London’s top consultant physicians, and gain experience in complex discharge planning. You will also play a vital role in geriatric care, delivering patient-centred, holistic care that prioritises the well-being of older adults.

As our ward specialises in caring for geriatric patients, our nurses have the chance to build strong relationships with their patients, offering support to both them and their families as they transition back to their home environments.

You will also play a key part in upholding quality and governance standards, working closely with the Matron to ensure compliance and continuous improvement. Engaging with consultants is a crucial aspect of the role, ensuring they feel welcomed and supported while their patients are under our care.

Additionally, you will have the opportunity to contribute to budget management and strategic planning, helping shape the direction of the ward. You will be instrumental in developing a specialised medical service, ensuring patients receive exceptional, personalised care.

At HCA UK we care about what you care about. We care that you want to deliver the very best care. We care that you want a career you can be proud of. We care that you want working conditions that support your health and wellbeing. Let us care for you and your career, the same way you do for others.

What you'll do:

• Provides expert clinical leadership, guiding the multidisciplinary team and ensuring the delivery of high‑quality, person‑centred care.
• Lead by example as a role model, maintaining high standards, promoting a positive learning environment and supporting staff development.
• Manage staffing, recruitment, appraisals and performance, ensuring safe skill mix and effective team functioning.
• Oversee budgets and resources efficiently while maintaining a safe, supportive environment for both patients and staff.
• Drive quality improvement, ensure patient dignity and safety, and demonstrate strong leadership and teamwork to enhance patient care.

What You Will Bring :

• NMC Registered Nurse (RN Adult)

• Previous ward management experience within a medical ward

• Strong leadership and team development skills

• Ability to plan and prioritise patient care effectively

• Knowledge of current professional and nursing issues

• Experience in continuous improvement and service development

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Why HCA UK?

Originally founded over 50 years ago by Dr Thomas Frist, HCA has gone on to become one of the world’s leading healthcare providers. In the UK, we’re one of the largest providers of privately funded healthcare and have invested over £500 million in the latest treatments, technology, techniques, medication and facilities. Being part of a large multisite, established healthcare group we can offer you unrivalled opportunities for career progression through internal and external courses, as well as working conditions that prioritise both your mental and physical wellbeing.

 We believe that by caring for our employees, we empower them to provide exceptional care for our patients. That’s why we offer a host of flexible benefits that reflect the invaluable contribution they make every day. As a ward Manager in the Medical Ward you’ll be eligible for:

• 25 days holiday each year (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with option to buy or sell leave to suit you

• Private Healthcare Insurance for treatment at our leading hospitals

• Private pension contribution which increases with length of service

• Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work scheme

• Group Life Assurance from day one

• Critical illness cover

• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay

• Corporate staff discount for all facilities including Maternity packages at The Portland

• Comprehensive range of flexible health, protection and lifestyle benefits to suit you

• Discounts with over 800 major retailers

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  **Culture and values  **

At HCA UK we believe exceptional care starts with our people. We celebrate the unique perspectives and different experiences each of us bring as we know that when you feel seen, heard and supported you can be at your best for our patients, and each other.

Our mission is simple, above all else we’re committed to the care and improvement of human life, a clear statement that extends to both our patients and colleagues. To achieve this, we live and breathe four core values:

• Unique and Individual: We recognise and value everyone as unique and individual

• Kindness and compassion: We treat people with kindness and compassion

• Honesty, integrity and fairness:

• We act with absolute honesty, integrity and fairness

• Loyalty, respect and dignity: We trust and treat one another as valued members of the HCA UK family with loyalty, respect and dignity

 Reasonable adjustments

We believe everyone should feel comfortable to bring their full self to work and be afforded the same opportunities. As a Disability Confident committed organisation, we’re happy to discuss flexible working arrangements to suit your needs as well as offer reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process, and in the workplace, to anyone that needs them.