Senior Staff Nurse

If you’re a Registered Nurse feeling worn down by unsafe ratios and constant firefighting, this Senior Staff Nurse role offers something genuinely different. You’ll work on a dedicated orthopaedic and musculoskeletal ward where staffing is consistent, standards are high, and nurses are given the space to deliver proper patient care.

This Senior Staff Nurse position gives you the chance to lead shifts, develop others, and specialise in orthopaedics within a calm, well-run private hospital environment. It is a role designed for nurses who want clinical credibility, professional respect, and a sustainable working life.

Package & Benefits

Salary £40,000 to £44,000 per annum depending on experience
35 days annual leave including bank holidays
Fully funded private medical insurance and life assurance
Free on-site gym access and meals provided during shifts
Funded training, leadership development, and clear progression pathways

About the Company

You’ll be joining a respected private healthcare provider with a strong local reputation for clinical standards, stable teams, and long-term staff retention. The organisation invests heavily in its nursing workforce and prioritises safe, well-supported ward environments.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver high-quality clinical care to orthopaedic and musculoskeletal patients
Lead shifts and support the Ward Manager with day-to-day ward operations
Mentor and develop Registered Nurses and Healthcare Assistants
Contribute to audits, clinical governance, and service improvement initiatives

About You

Registered Nurse with an active NMC PIN
Proven experience working on an orthopaedic or surgical ward
Experience acting as a shift leader or senior nurse within a ward setting

If this Senior Staff Nurse opportunity sounds like something you’d like to explore, even if you’re just starting to look, we’d be happy to talk it through. Contact Sam at Leaders in Care on (phone number removed) for more information.