Junior Sister / Charge Nurse - Acute Respiratory Unit | Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust
| Posting date: | 31 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £39,959 - £48,117 Per annum |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 30 April 2026 |
| Location: | Bury, BL9 7TD |
| Company: | Salford Royal NHS Foundation Trust |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 7909772/236-BCO-NM182-26-A |
Summary
Join the Dynamic Team at Fairfield General Hospital’s Acute Respiratory Unit
Are you a passionate Registered Nurse with experience, or a dedicated student nearing qualification? We have exciting opportunities waiting for you.
Our vibrant 40-bed, mixed-sex Acute Respiratory Unit is a fast-paced environment where every day brings new challenges and rewards. We care for patients with a range of respiratory conditions, including COPD, Asthma, and Lung Cancer, as well as those receiving specialised ENT care.
Why choose us?
• Personalised Education & Development:Receive a bespoke training package designed to turn you into a confident, skilled practitioner
• Hands-On Experience:Gain exposure to cutting-edge clinical areas such as Non-Invasive Ventilation, Tracheostomy, and Laryngectomy care
• Supportive Team Environment:Be part of a dedicated team committed to excellence and compassionate care
Take your nursing career to the next level—apply today and make a real difference in patients’ lives.
Enhance Your Skills with Our Specialised Clinical Training!
• Comprehensive Care Planning, Implementation & Evaluation:Develop expertise in delivering holistic, patient-centered care for groups of patients
• IV Therapy:Master the art of safe and effective intravenous treatment
• Venipuncture & Cannulation:Gain confidence in establishing vascular access with precision and care
• ECG Monitoring:Learn to interpret cardiac rhythms accurately for optimal patient outcomes
• Blood Gas Monitoring:Acquire vital skills in analysing and responding to blood gas results to support respiratory and metabolic stability
Elevate your clinical proficiency and provide exceptional care—join us to expand your expertise.
The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people living across Greater Manchester. Our 20,000 colleagues care for people in hospital and in the community, working across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham and Salford, to save and improve lives.
As a large NHS trust we are committed to enhancing the health of our local population by delivering consistently high standards of care and working closely with local authorities and key partners. We believe in our power and potential to make a difference and we’re always looking for people who demonstrate our three core values -care,appreciateandinspire– to join our team.
In return, we can offer you a job role with purpose and flexibility. The size and scale of the NCA means we can provide more challenge and opportunities so your career can always be moving in the right direction. By joining us you can also access a competitive benefits package, including, a fantastic annual leave allowance, flexible working opportunities and protected hours for health and wellbeing activities, helping you to achieve more personal downtime and a better work-life balance.
Learn more about us in ourCandidate Information Pack(opens in existing window)
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website:www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk
This advert closes on Tuesday 14 Apr 2026
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