Registered Nurse

The Acute Frailty Ward (previously known as ACE) is looking for an enthusiastic and compassionate Registered Nurse to join our Acute Frailty Team.

The successful applicant should have a genuine passion for caring for older people and demonstrate compassion, respect and a person-centred approach to care. They should have a good understanding of frailty and the principles of comprehensive geriatric care
, with an appreciation of the service’s aims and the importance of promoting and encouraging older people to maintain their independence, dignity and quality of life wherever possible.

The role requires a flexible and adaptable approach, as the successful applicant may be required to work across different clinical environments, including Frailty SDEC (Same Day Emergency Care).

We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic, motivated and committed to delivering high-quality care to older people, while working effectively as part of the wider multidisciplinary team.

More detail about the role

You will be looking after Acute frail patients - part of Hfop service. The postholder will need to be able to do clinical role and work well with the rest of the MDT. The postholder needs to have good communication skills, passion and compassion for Hfop patients. This Ward is called Capener-ACE based on RDUH.

Working Pattern:37.5 hours per week, LD or nights

Interview Date:To be confirmed

Please note, this is a fixed term contract until 01/07/2027. For current NHS employees this post could be a secondment opportunity.

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Preference will be given to staff with ‘Priority’ and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust
and
Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.

We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford). Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within people’s own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).

Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.

Our values are at the heart of everything we do,  to find out more

It has never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as you will help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.

Looking after you is important to us.

We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.

If you are starting out in the NHS, you’ll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.

You will benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite…