Staff Nurse

University Hospital of North Midlands NHS Trust

The closing date is 14 May 2025

Job summary

We are currently looking for a band 5 registered nurse to come and work within our team in ENT clinic. If you are a Registered Nurse who enjoys a fast paced surgical clinic then this speciality is for you. Training and education will be provided to assist you and all newly qualified nurses will undergo a thorough preceptorship package.

Main duties of the job

An exciting opportunity has arisen for Band 5 staff nurses on ENT clinic, a fast paced unit specialising in ENT, Plastics, Max Fax and Oncology offering a wealth of learning opportunities.

There will be the opportunity to develop specialist skills and knowledge within ENT. A good working relationship with consultants. We currently offer Weekday working unless initiative is required.

The Clinic can offer a full induction package with a supernumerary period. Training and competencies within the specialities and on-going support and professional development.

The ideal candidate will have enthusiasm to work within a motivated team to provide high quality care through evidence based practice and innovation. The candidate is preferred to have surgical experience and basic computer skills along with excellent communication skills; experience in tracheostomy care is also desirable but not essential. They will work under the guidance of the Sister and mentor.

For further comprehensive role details please see the job description and person specification attached.

About us

University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust is one of the largest and most modern in the country. Based across two sites, Royal Stoke in Stoke-on-Trent and County Hospital in Stafford, we are proud to serve around three million people and we're highly regarded for our facilities, teaching and research. We are the specialist centre for major trauma for the North Midlands and North Wales.

All of our employees make a valuable contribution regardless of role here at UHNM and we are proud of our wide range of development packages aimed at ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to fulfil their true potential.

UHNM create and encourage a culture of inclusion, providing equal opportunities for career development that are fair and transparent. We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture in which all staff feel valued and respected. In return we ask all of our employees to make a commitment to the values, co-created by or staff, patients and carers, and that unite us as a Trust.

At University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust we know that investing in, supporting and developing our staff has a direct impact on the quality of care that we deliver. Our employees are as important as our patients and the population that we serve.

Date posted

30 April 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£29,970 to £36,483 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

205-7157205

Job locations

Royal Stoke

Newcastle Road

Stoke-On-Trent

ST4 6QG


Job description

Job responsibilities

For more information on working for the Trust, please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification.

For more details on the post, please contact JSR Sera Vulatolu or SSR Tracey Prime

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more information on working for the Trust, please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification.

For more details on the post, please contact JSR Sera Vulatolu or SSR Tracey Prime

Person Specification

qualification

Essential

  • must be registererd with an NMC registration
  • Must have diploma/degree level studying

Desirable

  • recognised qualification in teaching and assessing

Experience

Essential

  • Has experience as a student or Registered nurse in an acute hospital setting
  • good communication skills
  • can undertake complex wound dressings

Skills and knowledge

Essential

  • is able to recount / discuss the requirements for high standard care
  • able to use a computer

Apptitudes

Essential

  • Able to use own initiative
  • Able to work as part of a team
  • Able to work autonomously
  • reliable

Degree

Essential

  • level of education obtained
Person Specification

qualification

Essential

  • must be registererd with an NMC registration
  • Must have diploma/degree level studying

Desirable

  • recognised qualification in teaching and assessing

Experience

Essential

  • Has experience as a student or Registered nurse in an acute hospital setting
  • good communication skills
  • can undertake complex wound dressings

Skills and knowledge

Essential

  • is able to recount / discuss the requirements for high standard care
  • able to use a computer

Apptitudes

Essential

  • Able to use own initiative
  • Able to work as part of a team
  • Able to work autonomously
  • reliable

Degree

Essential

  • level of education obtained

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

University Hospital of North Midlands NHS Trust

Address

Royal Stoke

Newcastle Road

Stoke-On-Trent

ST4 6QG


Employer's website

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


Employer details

Employer name

University Hospital of North Midlands NHS Trust

Address

Royal Stoke

Newcastle Road

Stoke-On-Trent

ST4 6QG


Employer's website

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


For questions about the job, contact:

Senior Sister

Tracey Prime

tracey.prime@uhnm.nhs.uk

01782674101

Date posted

30 April 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£29,970 to £36,483 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

205-7157205

Job locations

Royal Stoke

Newcastle Road

Stoke-On-Trent

ST4 6QG


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