Senior Nurse – Ipswich

Company:  Merco
Location: Ipswich
Closing Date: 10/01/2025
Salary: £17.03 - £18.17 per hour (DOE) + 30% enhancements at weekends
Hours: Full Time
Type: Permanent
Job Requirements / Description

Are you an experienced Senior Registered Nurse looking for a rewarding and challenging role? We have a fantastic opportunity at a leading neurological care centre in Ipswich, Suffolk, where you'll have the chance to truly make a difference in people's lives.


Why Join Us?


  • Competitive salary with weekend and night shift enhancements:
  • Nights (8pm to 6am): +30%
  • Weekends (Friday midnight to Sunday midnight): +30%
  • Public Holidays: +60%
  • 35 days’ holiday (including bank holidays)
  • Discounts on major brands and services via Blue Light Card
  • Perkbox membership for exclusive offers and rewards
  • Pension contributions and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Free uniform and parking
  • Long service and staff awards


About the Role:


As a Senior Nurse, you will lead a team of Registered Nurses and Healthcare Assistants, ensuring the highest standards of care for service users with neurological conditions. Your responsibilities will include:

  • Managing the assessment, planning, and implementation of holistic care
  • Supervising clinical staff, providing mentorship and support
  • Ensuring all clinical practices meet best-practice standards and legal guidelines
  • Delivering educational sessions for service users, families, and team members
  • Maintaining accurate and timely patient records
  • Promoting a safe working environment and supporting service user wellbeing


About You:


We are seeking a compassionate and highly motivated Senior Nurse who can lead by example. You’ll need:

  • NMC Registered Nurse with post-registration experience
  • Proven experience managing teams in a clinical setting
  • Knowledge of legislation within the independent care sector
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to handle difficult conversations
  • Leadership, negotiation, and conflict management skills
  • Commitment to continued professional development

Completion of an NMC accredited mentor training is desirable, or a willingness to undertake the training.


Ready to Apply?


If you're passionate about leading clinical teams and delivering exceptional care, we want to hear from you. Apply now with your CV to Janice.froggatt@merco.co.uk or call 0208 971 2974 for more information. Be part of a dynamic team in a supportive and rewarding environment.


Please note: We are shortlisting candidates on a rolling basis, so early application is encouraged. Successful candidates will undergo compliance checks, including 3 years of references and DBS/PVG checks. We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

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