Job summary We are looking for highly motivated Staff Nurses to join Cookson Devas Surgical ward at the Conquest Hospital. We are a new unit consisting of 15 beds. We care for patients with complex surgical needs including step down patients from Critical care. You will need to have a keen interest in general surgery and be committed to delivering a high standard of patient care, whilst maintaining your own personal professional development. We will provide a supportive environment and mentorship. We are committed to professional developing our staff. Team working is an integral part of the running of our ward. This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated nurse. Main duties of the job To participate within the multi-disciplinary team in delivering appropriate safe patient care in a timely fashion working towards the role of Team Leader providing clinical expertise ensuring the delivery of appropriate safe patient care. About us A wide range of staff benefits are available to our staff including staff development, enrolment in the NHS pension scheme, auto-enrolment to our Temporary Workforce Service, access to nurseries at Conquest Hospital and Eastbourne District General Hospital, staff restaurants and on-site staff accommodation. In addition to an internal Occupational Health department, all staff also have access to free psychological support through our confidential Employee Assistance Programme which is available to staff 24 hours a day 7 days a week. Onsite parking is available for a small administration fee. There has never been a better time to join East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust, submit your application today. Date posted 24 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £29,970 to £36,483 a year per annum, pro rata Contract Fixed term Duration 9 months Working pattern Full-time Reference number 374-SRKN09 Job locations Conquest Hastings TN37 7RD Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the job description attached. If you have any questions about this position please do not hesitate to contact us. Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the job description attached. If you have any questions about this position please do not hesitate to contact us. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Evidence of diploma level / degree level study Registered General Nurse on the NMC register Evidence of continual professional development Desirable ECDL Qualification Experience Essential Generic pre-registration experience in a care environment An understanding of the NHS Ability to undertake further training and development Knowledge of quality, audit and research Desirable Previous experience of chosen speciality Previous experience of working in a hospital setting Skills Essential Effective interpersonal/ communication skills Able to participate fully in the ward & multidisciplinary team, to promote a positive ward environment Ability to manage a clinical case load Desirable IT skills, ECDL qualification Additional skills & knowledge appropriate to specialty Person Specification Qualifications Essential Evidence of diploma level / degree level study Registered General Nurse on the NMC register Evidence of continual professional development Desirable ECDL Qualification Experience Essential Generic pre-registration experience in a care environment An understanding of the NHS Ability to undertake further training and development Knowledge of quality, audit and research Desirable Previous experience of chosen speciality Previous experience of working in a hospital setting Skills Essential Effective interpersonal/ communication skills Able to participate fully in the ward & multidisciplinary team, to promote a positive ward environment Ability to manage a clinical case load Desirable IT skills, ECDL qualification Additional skills & knowledge appropriate to specialty 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 East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust Address Conquest Hastings TN37 7RD Employer's website http://jobs.esht.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)