Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust

Staff Nurse - Day Surgery

The closing date is 28 July 2025

Job summary

We're looking for a Staff Nurse to join the Day Surgery Team at Rochdale Infirmary.

As a Staff Nurse, working on our busy Day Surgery Unit you will plan, deliver and evaluate high standards of nursing care for a variety of surgical specialities, including gynaecology, general surgery, trauma, neurosurgery, urology and other surgical specialities including ophthalmology.

You'll demonstrate good clinical practice at all times and to be accountable for own actions and contribute to the setting of clinical standards, policy and procedures and research-based care as part of a wide multidisciplinary team.

But that's not all! You'll also step into a mentoring role, guiding and supervising learners and unregistered staff--empowering the next generation of healthcare professionals. Your influence will be felt throughout the team as you share your expertise, provide invaluable teaching, and act as a dedicated named supervisor.

Rochdale Care Organisation is part of the Northern Care Alliance, one of the largest NHS organisations in the country, so if you decide to join our NCA family as a Band 5 nurse, then the opportunities for growth and development really are endless.

Main duties of the job

Join Our Team as a Registered Nurse - Make a Real Difference

Are you a passionate and dedicated Registered Nurse looking for a role where you can truly make an impact? We're seeking enthusiastic individuals to support our team in delivering exceptional, person-centred care that promotes independence and well-being.

As a key member of our team, you will support your Manager in ensuring our service users' needs are met with compassion, respect, and professionalism. We pride ourselves on being a centre of excellence, offering personalised care that goes the extra mile to improve lives. In return, you'll join a supportive environment that values your skills and commitment, with excellent personal development opportunities to help you grow. Plus, you'll benefit from an enhanced rate of pay aligned with the Agenda for Change framework.

We're looking for energetic, motivated individuals who are ready to dive in and hit the ground running. You'll thrive under pressure, be a fantastic team player, and also possess the independence and initiative to work confidently on your own. A true professional, you understand the importance of care, consideration, and respect--not only for your patients but also for your colleagues.

If you're ready to be part of a caring, forward-thinking team that values your contribution, we want to hear from you.

**INTERVIEWS ARE BEING HELD FACE TO FACE ONLY**

About us

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, appreciate and inspire - 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.

Details

Date posted

24 July 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£31,049 to £37,796 a year Per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

236-RCO-NM399-25

Job locations

Northern Care Alliance

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Rochdale

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Job description

Job responsibilities

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 vacancy is open to those who have a current NMC PIN to practice as an Registered Nurse in the UK, or those who are currently enrolled on a course which means they expect to receive their full NMC PIN within the next 3 months. Please note an NMC PRN PIN is not a full NMC PIN and would not fulfil the essential criteria for this role.

The NCA can no longer accept applications from International Nurses who are yet to complete all competencies needed to receive a full NMC PIN to practice in the UK as we have paused our OSCE programme indefinitely. To learn more about how you can gain a full NMC PIN to be eligible to apply for our vacancies in the future, please see the NMC website:https://www.nmc.org.uk/registration/joining-the-register/register-nurse-midwife/trained-outside-uk/how-to-guide/

Job description

Job responsibilities

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 vacancy is open to those who have a current NMC PIN to practice as an Registered Nurse in the UK, or those who are currently enrolled on a course which means they expect to receive their full NMC PIN within the next 3 months. Please note an NMC PRN PIN is not a full NMC PIN and would not fulfil the essential criteria for this role.

The NCA can no longer accept applications from International Nurses who are yet to complete all competencies needed to receive a full NMC PIN to practice in the UK as we have paused our OSCE programme indefinitely. To learn more about how you can gain a full NMC PIN to be eligible to apply for our vacancies in the future, please see the NMC website:https://www.nmc.org.uk/registration/joining-the-register/register-nurse-midwife/trained-outside-uk/how-to-guide/

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • NMC registered or studying towards

Desirable

  • Degree / diploma in nursing studies

Experience

Essential

  • Experience working within the surgical directorate

Desirable

  • Experience of the use of clinical systems

Skills

Essential

  • Ability to undertake venepuncture, physiological observations, and ECG recording

Desirable

  • Demonstrates evidence based clinical knowledge

Knowledge

Essential

  • Ability to demonstrate and interest and understanding of the requirements of surgical nursing

Desirable

  • Ability to coordinate your workload and supervise members of the team, ensuring high quality, safe and effective patient care
  • Previous experience within surgical setting
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • NMC registered or studying towards

Desirable

  • Degree / diploma in nursing studies

Experience

Essential

  • Experience working within the surgical directorate

Desirable

  • Experience of the use of clinical systems

Skills

Essential

  • Ability to undertake venepuncture, physiological observations, and ECG recording

Desirable

  • Demonstrates evidence based clinical knowledge

Knowledge

Essential

  • Ability to demonstrate and interest and understanding of the requirements of surgical nursing

Desirable

  • Ability to coordinate your workload and supervise members of the team, ensuring high quality, safe and effective patient care
  • Previous experience within surgical setting

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Northern Care Alliance

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Rochdale

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Employer's website

https://www.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Northern Care Alliance

OL12 0NB

Rochdale

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Employer's website

https://www.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Ward Manager

Rebecca Ray

rebecca.ray@nca.nhs.uk

01706517132

Details

Date posted

24 July 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£31,049 to £37,796 a year Per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

236-RCO-NM399-25

Job locations

Northern Care Alliance

OL12 0NB

Rochdale

OL12 0NB


Supporting documents

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