NHS

Staff Nurse - Intensive Care Unit (ICU)

Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust

Weston, BathView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)

Salary

£32,073 to £39,043

Contract

Not specified

Hours

Full time

Closing date

Not specified

In plain English

What this job actually involves

You will care for seriously ill patients in a 16‑bed ICU, doing assessments, care plans and discharge work. The role suits nurses who like teamwork and fast‑paced clinical work.

What you'll need

  • Registered Nurse qualification and NMC registration
  • Experience or training in critical care nursing
  • Ability to assess patients and create care plans
  • Good communication with doctors and allied staff
  • Willingness to work shift patterns, often nights
  • Commitment to evidence‑based practice

How to boost your chances

  • Highlight any ICU or high‑dependency experience on your CV
  • Include details of your NMC registration number
  • Prepare examples of care planning and patient assessment for interview
  • Research the Trust’s values and mention them in your cover letter
  • Ask a current ICU nurse about typical shift duties
  • Ensure you have two professional references ready

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Job description

Job summary As a Registered Nurse in our 16-bed Intensive Care Unit, you'll deliver safe, effective and evidence-based nursing care to critically ill and acutely unwell patients, working alongside a supportive multidisciplinary team. You'll undertake comprehensive patient assessments, develop and evaluate individualised care plans, coordinate discharge planning and contribute to positive clinical outcomes. Alongside delivering high-quality clinical care, you'll have opportunities to contribute …

How to apply

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Provenance

Source

Adzuna

First seen

1 November 2026

Last checked

8 November 2026

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About the employer

RUH
Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust

NHS organisation

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