Job summary This post will commence from July 2025 The enthusiastic nursing team are very caring, friendly, and compassionate and provide a high standard of nursing care. We are looking to recruit to the post a staff nurse at band 5 to join our existing team. This is an exciting opportunity for either an experienced gastroenterology nurse or a registered nurse looking to expand their practice as training will be given. Ward 8A is fast paced and varied, providing the candidate with plenty of opportunities to gain and build on clinical skills and share knowledge gained in previous areas. The position involves working a flexible shift pattern of both long and short shifts over days, nights and weekends. Training and career development will be available. The ideal candidate will have recent experience of working within the medical setting. They will have experience of multidisciplinary working and will demonstrate excellent communication skills. Please note that previous applicants need not apply Main duties of the job The post holder will be responsible for the delivery of a consistently high standard of nursing care that meets the individual needs of our patients and those of the Trust The post holder will demonstrate clinical expertise in the assessment, planning, delivery and evaluation of care that puts patients at the centre of this approach. The post holder will be expected to have the required management and facilitation skills that allows them to supervise the activity of other staff in the clinical setting, promote multi[1]disciplinary working and facilitate a supportive and learning environment. The post holder may, on occasions, be required to assume responsibility for the ward / department in the absence of the Sister/Charge Nurse As a Registered Nurse the post holder is expected to consistently act in accordance with the NMC Code. About us What's the hospital like? 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If you want to make a difference and be part of something new and exciting, we would love to hear from you. So, what are you waiting for? One Trust, Endless opportunities Date posted 07 March 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 Reference number 357-PR-2037-25 Job locations Pilgrim Hospital Sibsey Road Boston PE21 9QS Job description Job responsibilities What should you do next? Have a look at the job description, and if you like what you see, then apply today. Dont miss this fantastic opportunity to work with a great team in a supportive environment within a great institution. Your NHS needs you Job description Job responsibilities What should you do next? Have a look at the job description, and if you like what you see, then apply today. Dont miss this fantastic opportunity to work with a great team in a supportive environment within a great institution. Your NHS needs you Person Specification Qualification Essential Currently live on the NMC Register Degree level nursing or equivalent Desirable Nursing mentor live on NMC register Skills Essential Excellent written and communication skills Understands and can demonstrate good working practices within the safeguarding agenda Ability to manage difficult or complex situations and to work under pressure Ability to organise and prioritise workload Good IT skills Ability to evidence/demonstrate key values and behaviours in line with the Trust framework Desirable Commitment to ongoing personal and professional development A willingness to act as a mentor for students Experience Essential Demonstrates the ability to implement and sustain high levels of individualised, evidence based, clinically effective care Desirable Successful Completion of preceptorship Evidence of continuing professional development Specific requirements Essential Flexible approach to work Ability to work using own initiative Team player Ability to travel to other healthcare settings Person Specification Qualification Essential Currently live on the NMC Register Degree level nursing or equivalent Desirable Nursing mentor live on NMC register Skills Essential Excellent written and communication skills Understands and can demonstrate good working practices within the safeguarding agenda Ability to manage difficult or complex situations and to work under pressure Ability to organise and prioritise workload Good IT skills Ability to evidence/demonstrate key values and behaviours in line with the Trust framework Desirable Commitment to ongoing personal and professional development A willingness to act as a mentor for students Experience Essential Demonstrates the ability to implement and sustain high levels of individualised, evidence based, clinically effective care Desirable Successful Completion of preceptorship Evidence of continuing professional development Specific requirements Essential Flexible approach to work Ability to work using own initiative Team player Ability to travel to other healthcare settings 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 United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust Address Pilgrim Hospital Sibsey Road Boston PE21 9QS Employer's website https://www.ulh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)