Staff Nurse Band 5 - Join Our Bank

An exciting opportunity has risen for a Band 5Staff Nurse, and we are looking for newly qualified Band 5 nurses who are looking to build their surgical experience. Experience of Orthopaedic, surgical, or acute care is desirable but not essential. We are looking for nurses who have a passion for nursing and are keen to develop and learn. You must have strong communication skills and be a team player. You will be joining a team of dedicated nursing, medical and therapy staff.

Essential criteria for this post

• Nursing degree and a valid NMC Pin
• Effective communication, interpersonal and organisational skills
• Flexibility to work variable hours. This can include Sundays and late evenings.

Main Duties

You will be expected to work alternating shifts involving long days and night duty. A full orientation will be given on induction to the ward. Newly qualified nurses will be supported by our established preceptor programme. There is opportunity for personal development for all staff as the trust offers in house training in venepuncture and cannulation, ECG interpretation, ALERT, ILS and the deteriorating patient study day to name a few.

1. Participate in all ward activities as an effective team member, supporting the Senior Sister/Charge Nurse and Sister, taking delegated team leadership responsibilities.
2. To assess care needs, and the development, implementation, and evaluation of programmes of care, in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team.
3. To teach and supervise qualified and unqualified staff, and to act as a role model to junior staff.
4. To take responsibility and accountability for a group of patients.

Why join the Hillingdon Staff Bank?

Working via the bank is a great way to get more flexible shift patterns and a better work-life balance.

• See the best shifts first - bank staff get priority over all agency workers and can view all available shifts online
• Get weekly pay at highly competitive rates and free uniforms
• Access 24x7 support from our friendly onsite Staff Bank team - including support with your career development
• Become part of an integrated team - feel more valued and supported in your work and access NHS and Trust benefits such as pension contributions and discounts

Our locations

Hillingdon HospitalMount Vernon Hospital
Pield Heath Road Rickmansworth Rd,
Uxbridge, Northwood

UB8 3NN HA6 2RN

Apply direct using the button at the top or email your CV to: THH-

RSS Litmus is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.