Staff Nurse - Caton
The closing date is 10 December 2025
Job summary
Previous Applicants need not apply.
An exciting opportunity has arisen on Caton ward to recruit a band 5 registered nurse to work within our fast-paced surgical ward specialising in spinal surgical care. We are looking for individuals who are passionate, enthusiastic and have a passion for acute surgical care.
We are open 365 days year and work shift patterns days nights providing a service to our amazing patients and their relatives . If you want to join a exciting, friendly team and want to achieve high standards please complete a application.
Main duties of the job
Participate in team nursing and when appropriate, organise the patients care.Escalate on the condition of patients, medical instructions and implement as necessary.. Ensure and safeguard patient's property and valuables.. Participate in the training of other nursing staff, including basic and post basic learners in consultation with Sister/Charge Nurse wherever applicable.. Undertake aspects of coordinators role. Be aware of, and adhere to, all the Trust policies and procedures and standards of care.. Maintain high standards of nursing care and review these standards with the Ward Manager.? Assist staff to understand their role in the unit team.? Be aware of the economic use of ward equipment and stores.? Ensure adequate security, administration, proper use and recording of dangerous drugs in accordance with hospital policy.? Ensure up to date knowledge of new equipment being used.? Furthering own professional development by ensuring that own clinical and professional knowledge is widened and enriched by attending study days and seminars as arranged through the in-service training officers.? Ensure confidentiality at all times. The post holder's attention is drawn to the Data Protection Act 1984.? Ensure that the Control of Infection Guidelines are adhered to at all times.
About us
The Walton Centre NHS Foundation Trust is the only NHS trust to hold dual accreditation for the Investors in People. We invest in people and we invest in wellbeing standards and have been awarded Gold status for both. The Walton Centre is a leader in the treatment and care of neurology and neurosurgery, placing the patient and their family at the heart of everything we do. As the only specialist hospital trust in the UK dedicated to providing comprehensive neurology, neurosurgery, spinal and pain management services we are proud to be rated as an Outstanding Trust by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), and champion change throughout the field of neuroscience. Originally formed in 1992, the Trust received Foundation Trust status in 2009.
With around 1,450 staff, The Walton Centre treats more than 127,000 outpatients and 18,000 inpatients each year. We have leading specialists and incredibly dedicated staff delivering excellent clinical outcomes for brain, spinal and neurological care nationally and internationally. Teams across our site in Fazakerley, Liverpool, offer a world-class service in diagnosing and treating injuries and illnesses affecting the brain, spine and peripheral nerves and muscles, and in supporting people suffering from a wide range of long-term neurological conditions.
Details
Date posted
26 November 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£31,049 to £37,796 a year per annum
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
9 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
160-7576979
Job locations
The Walton Centre
Lower Lane
Liverpool
L9 7LJ
Employer details
Employer name
The Walton Centre NHS Foundation Trust
Address
The Walton Centre
Lower Lane
Liverpool
L9 7LJ
Employer's website
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