Job summary Please note we are only able to accept applications from those with a live NMC registration or UK nursing students awaiting their PIN as we are unable to support OSCE at this time An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our nursing team within the Discharge Lounge Department based at Peterborough City Hospital. We are undergoing some major changes such as relocating the Discharge lounge Department to accommodate trolley and chair patients. Band 5 opportunities include: Protected Supernumerary period Mindfulness and wellbeing at work Opportunities to be involved in quality improvement / change management Opportunities for further study - Foundation days centred each area of the department, Leadership courses / TNCC / HMIMMS/ CBRN / ATLS observer courses as well as lots of other in-house teaching opportunities you can access at all levels. Career progression opportunities Main duties of the job This is a busy department, It is a fast paced environment. The right candidate will need to be a good communicator, be innovative and self-motivated. They should be committed to the provision of high standards of patient care. We welcome applicants with adult nursing registrations. Ensure that patient care remains a priority,using reflection on clinical practice to continue personal andprofessional development. Be aware of the safeguarding agenda, ensuring protection andidentification of vulnerable patients. Ensure effective working relationships are established and maintainedwith colleagues across the Trust. About us We are committed to ensure a work-life balance to all our staff by offering full time and part time roles, flexible working hours on a shift pattern to fit around your family life. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We particularly encourage applications from disabled, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) and candidates form our local communities. Benefits to you 27 days annual leave for new starters, rising to 29 days after five years of service and 33 days after 10 years of service, plus 8 Bank Holidays (pro-rata for part time staff); NHS Pension Scheme: Flexible working opportunities; Increased hourly rates for unsociable hours e.g. night shifts, weekends, bank holidays; Career development and training; Wellbeing support and activities; In-house physiotherapy Service; On-site canteens with subsidised meals; Subsidised staff parking (currently free). Free Stagecoach Bus Travel to and from work within Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Date posted 17 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £29,970 to £36,483 a year per annum pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number 176-U-6976933 Job locations Peterborough City Hospital Bretton Gate Peterborough PE3 9GZ Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the job description and person specification for further information regarding the role. Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the job description and person specification for further information regarding the role. Person Specification Education and Qualifications Essential Current NMC registration Evidence of professional development Registered Adults Nurse Registered Allied Health Professional Desirable Mentorship / SSA Mentorship Degree in Nursing 6 months post registration experience ILS / PILS trained Experience/ Skills/Ability/Knowledge Essential Excellent understanding of safeguarding Problem solving skills Excellent written and verbal communication Able to relate anatomy and physiology to clinical practice Able to function as part of a multi-professional team Desirable Evidence of implementing innovation in practice Experience of looking after the critically ill patient Person Specification Education and Qualifications Essential Current NMC registration Evidence of professional development Registered Adults Nurse Registered Allied Health Professional Desirable Mentorship / SSA Mentorship Degree in Nursing 6 months post registration experience ILS / PILS trained Experience/ Skills/Ability/Knowledge Essential Excellent understanding of safeguarding Problem solving skills Excellent written and verbal communication Able to relate anatomy and physiology to clinical practice Able to function as part of a multi-professional team Desirable Evidence of implementing innovation in practice Experience of looking after the critically ill patient 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 North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust Address Peterborough City Hospital Bretton Gate Peterborough PE3 9GZ Employer's website https://www.nwangliaft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)