Job Posting: Band 5 Registered Nurse -- Sussex Community

Client Name: Sussex Community

Role: Band 5 Registered Nurse

Shifts: Flexible hours, with shifts available throughout the day, night, and weekends

About the Role

Working alongside a friendly, welcoming team of professionals, you will provide emergency treatment and ongoing medical care to patients of the highest standard.

Patient Focus

Your clinical knowledge and experience will support seriously ill patients and their families during what can be a stressful and uncertain time. You will carry out essential tasks such as:

Taking blood samples
Undertaking patient observations for post-surgery patients
Handling emergency and planned admissions

Your calm, reassuring nature and methodical approach will ensure patients feel safe and reassured throughout their care journey.

General Key Skills

In addition to your qualifications, as a Band 5 Registered Nurse, you should have:

Quick-thinking abilities
Patience and the ability to remain calm in stressful situations
Excellent attention to detail \& timekeeping
A methodical approach to tasks
Ability to work well under pressure
Empathy, understanding \& a flexible attitude
A desire to learn and improve
Competency in using IT systems

Main Duties \& Responsibilities

As a Band 5 Registered Nurse with Sussex Community, you will:

Provide constant monitoring and care for seriously ill or unstable patients.
Support emergency admissions, planned admissions, and post-surgery patients.
Effectively communicate clinical information using various methods.
Safely identify, prepare, check, and assemble equipment required for procedures.
Adhere to the NMC professional Code of Conduct.
Take blood samples, fit cannulas, and perform patient observations.
Write care plans, conduct assessments, and make referrals.
Organise patient admissions and discharges.

Qualifications \& Requirements

Essential:

Registered Nurse (NMC registration required)
At least 2 years post-graduate experience
6 months recent NHS experience within the last 3 years
Enhanced background check clearance

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you are a Band 5 Registered Nurse and believe you have what it takes to be a part of the outstanding team at Sussex Community , apply today!

Join one of the best teaching hospitals in the country and enjoy flexible hours, next-day payroll, and excellent support from your dedicated consultant.

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