Band 5 Staff Nurse

NHS; Basildon; On-site; GBP 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Basildon is seeking a Band 5 nurse with acute care experience for a 12-month fixed term contract. The ideal candidate will deliver high standards of individualized care and communicate effectively with patients and families. Key responsibilities include advocating for patients, supporting junior staff, and participating in quality improvement initiatives. The position offers a salary of £31,049 per year for full-time work. Skilled worker sponsorship is available for suitable applicants.

Qualifications

• NMC registration is essential to practice nursing.
• Understanding of acute healthcare fundamentals is critical.
• Experience in acute care settings significantly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Advocate for patients and provide education to families.
• Maintain communication with staff across departments.
• Support high standards of cleanliness and resource management.

Skills

Good written and verbal communication skills

Ability to deliver high standards of individualized care

Experience in an acute care setting

Education

Diploma/degree in Nursing

Job description

Job Summary

Do you have a strong interest in caring for critically ill patients? We are looking for Band 5 nurses with acute care experience to join our expanding critical care team for a 12‑month fixed term contract.
We expect you to be dynamic, highly motivated, hardworking, and a good team player.

Job Details

Band: Band 5
Pay: £31,049 a year (Pro Rata for Part Time)
Contract: Fixed term, 12 months
Working pattern: Full-time
Location: Basildon, Nethermayne, Basildon Essex, SS165DJ

Responsibilities

• Advocate for patients, provide information, support, and education to patients and families.
• Maintain good communication with ward, housekeeping, and administrative staff.
• Protect patient safety, confidentiality and keep relatives/carers fully informed.
• Practice in line with the NMC Code and Trust policies.
• Develop, implement and evaluate care programmes; organise workload and prioritise tasks.
• Support the Senior Sister/Charge Nurse in maintaining high standards of cleanliness and resource management.
• Participate in audits, clinical governance, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Induct, supervise and support junior staff and students.
• Maintain knowledge of current trends and evidence‑based practice; attend training and conferences as required.
• Adhere to infection control practices and manage equipment and building maintenance.

Support & Onboarding

• 6 weeks protected supernumerary period with clinical buddy and training.
• Induction programme with the Education team.
• Guidance and support from senior clinical staff.
• Psychological support services for staff.

Person Specification

Essential

• Diploma/degree in Nursing and NMC registration.
• Experience in an acute care setting; understanding of acute healthcare fundamentals.
• Ability to deliver high standards of individualized care.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.

Desirable

• Completed mentorship/ENB998/SSSA course.
• Completed ENB 100/Critical Care Course.
• Basic computer skills.

Additional Information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check required under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.
Skilled worker sponsorship available for suitable applicants.
UK professional registration necessary.

Employer Details

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust
Basildon, Nethermayne, Basildon Essex, SS165DJ
Website: https://www.mse.nhs.uk