Band 5 Staff Nurse

Job Introduction Job Introduction As a Band 5 Staff Nurse, you will join our valued inpatient team at Livingstone Community Hospital, delivering high-quality care in a supportive and patient-focused environment. This is a rewarding opportunity to work closely with patients throughout their recovery and rehabilitation journey, helping them regain independence and achieve the best possible outcomes. You will be part of a friendly multidisciplinary team where every member plays an important role in providing compassionate, person-centred care.

Whether you are newly qualified or looking to develop your nursing career within a community hospital setting, you will be supported to build your skills, expand your clinical knowledge and make a meaningful difference to patients and their families every day. Package Description You will be joining a welcoming and supportive ward team who are passionate about delivering excellent patient care. The team works collaboratively to create a positive environment for both patients and colleagues, encouraging learning, development and the sharing of best practice. As part of HCRG Care Group, you will receive:

NHS Agenda for Change Band 5 salary with an NHS pensionMembership of My Reward Hub, giving you discounts on everyday purchases, plus cashback and voucher offers for treats and essentialsAccess to your wages as you earn them, helping cover life's emergencies and avoid overdraft fees or high-interest borrowingOnline and in-person wellbeing support, including mental health services, activity challenges, financial wellbeing tools, coaching and counsellingAccess to e-learning, bespoke career pathways and professional development opportunities through our 'Outstanding' Learning Enterprise teamAn open, just culture where you're encouraged to contribute ideas, backed by ringfenced innovation funding each yearThe pride of working for an organisation where the majority of our rated services hold 'Good' or 'Outstanding' ratings from the Care Quality Commission Main Responsibilities As a Staff Nurse, you will provide safe, effective and compassionate care to patients, ensuring their physical, emotional and wellbeing needs are met throughout their stay. You will work closely with patients, families and carers to deliver personalised care that supports recovery, rehabilitation and independence. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will contribute to the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care. You will maintain high professional standards, promote evidence-based practice and ensure patients receive the highest quality care possible. Key responsibilities include:

Delivering high-quality patient-centred nursing careAssessing, planning, implementing and evaluating care programmesSupporting patients throughout their rehabilitation and recovery journeyWorking collaboratively with multidisciplinary colleagues, patients and carersMaintaining accurate and contemporaneous clinical recordsAdministering medication and treatments in accordance with professional standardsPromoting patient safety, dignity and wellbeing at all timesContributing to service improvements and quality initiativesSupporting students, newly qualified staff and colleagues where appropriate Person SpecificationEssential

Registered Nurse with a valid NMC registrationExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsA compassionate and patient-focused approachAbility to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary teamStrong organisational and prioritisation skillsCommitment to delivering high-quality, evidence-based careGood IT skills and confidence using clinical systems Desirable

Previous experience within a ward, community hospital, rehabilitation or intermediate care settingExperience supporting patients with complex health needsMentorship or practice assessor qualificationCommitment to ongoing professional development