Job summary
Staff Nurse
37.5 hours per week (staff would be required to work a variety of shift patterns including Days, nights, bank holiday and unsocial hours)
Permanent
Salary: £31,049 - £37,796 per annum
Closing Date: 24th March 2026
Interview Date: TBC
**This post may close early due tohigh numbers of applications, so you are advised to apply promptly.**
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"We welcome applications from Registered Nurses who have completed their preceptorship, ideally with surgical experience"
Responsible for the assessment, planning implementation and evaluation of nursing care for a specified group of patients as delegated by senior nursing staff, involving patients and carers where appropriate.
Acts as a team leader, delegating appropriate tasks and supervising the standard of care delivered by unqualified staff and learner nurses in the ward team.
We are looking to recruit post preceptorship registered nurses with experience or an interest in surgery.
Main duties of the job
1.1 Deliver a high standard of nursing care without direct supervision, based upon a sound evidence base.
1.2 Undertakes and documents a comprehensive, systematic and accurate nursing assessment of the physical, social and spiritual needs of the patient where appropriate.
1.3 Creates and utilises opportunities to promote health and well-being of patients in their care.
1.4 Manage a group of patients throughout a shift as delegated by nurse charge.
1.5 Working within the N.M.C Guidelines and Trust Policies recognising limits of their competence.
About us
Here at George Eliot our vision to'excel at patient care' takes centre stage. An ever evolving clinically-led acute service provider we are on a journey to continually provide high quality, safe and responsive services delivered by inspiring, friendly and compassionate staff who share our corporate values which underpin everything we do. Our values are not just words on a piece of paper, they bond us together, reflect our ambition and shape who we are:
Effective Open Communication
excellence and safety in everything we do
Challenge but support
Expect respect and dignity
Local health that inspires confidence
Benefits: On-site nursery, 27 days minimum annual leave plus bank holidays, cycle to work scheme, flexible working, in house training and development, buying and selling of annual leave, subsidised restaurant, tranquillity garden and generous subsidised on-site parking.
Job description
Job responsibilities
1.0 Clinical
1.1 Deliver a high standard of nursing care without direct supervision, based upon a sound evidence base.
1.2 Undertakes and documents a comprehensive, systematic and accurate nursing assessment of the physical, social and spiritual needs of the patient where appropriate.
1.3 Creates and utilises opportunities to promote health and well-being of patients in their care.
1.4 Manage a group of patients throughout a shift as delegated by nurse charge.
1.5 Working within the N.M.C Guidelines and Trust Policies recognising limits of their competence
2.0. Managerial
2.1 In the absence of senior colleagues manages the Ward/Department on occasions without direct supervision when competent to do so.
2.2 Use computerised systems to support the provision of patient care and treatment.
2.3 Work within Clinical Governance Standards and Trust Policies.
2.4 Ensure that concerns and complaints from patients, visitors or colleagues are resolved where possible and reported to the Ward Sister/Charge Nurse.
2.5 To be conversant with all Trust Emergency Procedures.
2.6 Comply with Trust Manual Handling Policy.
3.0 Education and Training
3.1 With the support of the Ward Sister/Charge Nurse maintains personal and professional development in line with the N.M.C. requirements.
3.2 Participates in the supervision and professional development of Health Care Support Workers and Learner Nurses.
3.3 Participate in audits to monitor the standards of patient care.
3.4 Participates in the Trusts appraisal System
3.5 To take responsibility for own personal development raising any training requirements.
4.0 Professional
4.1 Ensures that the Ward Sister/Charge Nurse is informed of any professional concerns at the earliest opportunity.
4.2 Ensure that requirements for NMC Registration are adhered to.
4.3 Ensures current registration with NMC.
Relationships
Liaises with Ward/Department Team, other Wards and Departments as appropriate to ensure patients receive optimum care.
Special Requirements
Frequent exposure to blood and bodily fluids.
Responsible for identifying risks, assisting and managing risk assessment in line with Trust policy.
Job description
Job responsibilities
1.0 Clinical
1.1 Deliver a high standard of nursing care without direct supervision, based upon a sound evidence base.
1.2 Undertakes and documents a comprehensive, systematic and accurate nursing assessment of the physical, social and spiritual needs of the patient where appropriate.
1.3 Creates and utilises opportunities to promote health and well-being of patients in their care.
1.4 Manage a group of patients throughout a shift as delegated by nurse charge.
1.5 Working within the N.M.C Guidelines and Trust Policies recognising limits of their competence
2.0. Managerial
2.1 In the absence of senior colleagues manages the Ward/Department on occasions without direct supervision when competent to do so.
2.2 Use computerised systems to support the provision of patient care and treatment.
2.3 Work within Clinical Governance Standards and Trust Policies.
2.4 Ensure that concerns and complaints from patients, visitors or colleagues are resolved where possible and reported to the Ward Sister/Charge Nurse.
2.5 To be conversant with all Trust Emergency Procedures.
2.6 Comply with Trust Manual Handling Policy.
3.0 Education and Training
3.1 With the support of the Ward Sister/Charge Nurse maintains personal and professional development in line with the N.M.C. requirements.
3.2 Participates in the supervision and professional development of Health Care Support Workers and Learner Nurses.
3.3 Participate in audits to monitor the standards of patient care.
3.4 Participates in the Trusts appraisal System
3.5 To take responsibility for own personal development raising any training requirements.
4.0 Professional
4.1 Ensures that the Ward Sister/Charge Nurse is informed of any professional concerns at the earliest opportunity.
4.2 Ensure that requirements for NMC Registration are adhered to.
4.3 Ensures current registration with NMC.
Relationships
Liaises with Ward/Department Team, other Wards and Departments as appropriate to ensure patients receive optimum care.
Special Requirements
Frequent exposure to blood and bodily fluids.
Responsible for identifying risks, assisting and managing risk assessment in line with Trust policy.
Person Specification
Experience and Knowledge
Essential
- Undertake wide experience during training in an acute setting
- Able to demonstrate clinical knowledge, skills and expertise
- Demonstrates the use of evidence-based practice in the implementation of change
- Knowledge and application of NMC Code of Conduct
Desirable
- Evidence of Research or Clinical Audit
Qualification(s) and Professional Training
Essential
- NMC Registered
- Nursing Degree/ Diploma
- Post qualification preceptorship completed
Desirable
- Post graduate qualification/ Evidence of continuous professional development
- Evidence of teaching/ supporting others
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Ability to have positive working relationships
- Effective communication skills
- Ability to work under pressure to meet required deadlines
- Experience of using evidence-based practice
- To be able to assist patients to move using appropriate aids on a frequent basis
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
- Enthusiastic
- Ability to motivate self/ others
- Good organisational skills Shift working required
Other
Essential
- Flexible to meet changing needs of the Trust
- Able to work a variety of shift patterns
Person Specification
Experience and Knowledge
Essential
- Undertake wide experience during training in an acute setting
- Able to demonstrate clinical knowledge, skills and expertise
- Demonstrates the use of evidence-based practice in the implementation of change
- Knowledge and application of NMC Code of Conduct
Desirable
- Evidence of Research or Clinical Audit
Qualification(s) and Professional Training
Essential
- NMC Registered
- Nursing Degree/ Diploma
- Post qualification preceptorship completed
Desirable
- Post graduate qualification/ Evidence of continuous professional development
- Evidence of teaching/ supporting others
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Ability to have positive working relationships
- Effective communication skills
- Ability to work under pressure to meet required deadlines
- Experience of using evidence-based practice
- To be able to assist patients to move using appropriate aids on a frequent basis
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
- Enthusiastic
- Ability to motivate self/ others
- Good organisational skills Shift working required
Other
Essential
- Flexible to meet changing needs of the Trust
- Able to work a variety of shift patterns
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
