Band 5 Staff Nurse - Eating Disorders

NHS; Leicester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

The NHS is seeking a Band 5 nurse for a 12-month fixed-term contract at the Glenfield Hospital. The role involves providing patient-centered care in a 15-bedded eating disorder unit, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure high-quality nursing standards. This position offers a chance to work in a supportive environment while making a significant impact on patients' lives.

Qualifications

• Experience as a registered nurse.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team.
• Conscientious and motivated individual.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate evidence-based nursing care.
• Manage and organize the ward/clinical area.
• Participate in the education and supervision of staff.

Skills

Patient-centered care

Team collaboration

Quality nursing care

Job description

Welford (ED) Ward is a 15-bedded eating disorder unit that cares for individuals with severe anorexia nervosa from across the East Midlands.

We are seeking a highly motivated, experienced, and conscientious Band 5 nurse to cover maternity leave for a 12-month fixed-term contract. The successful candidate will be an integral part of our well-established team, providing support and care to our patient group.

You will collaborate closely with other Band 5 and Band 6 nurses, Health Care Support Workers, Consultants, Medics, Dietitians, Speech and Language Therapists, Ward Managers, and Team Managers to ensure the delivery of safe, effective, and patient-centered care.

The role is based at the Glenfield Hospital site in the Bennion Centre. We operate a 24/7 shift system, primarily covering night shifts with four day shifts per month.

Contact Details: Nicola Brewin, Family Services Manager, [e-mail], 0116 225 2557

Main duties of the job

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate evidence-based nursing care for a group of clients/service users.
• Assist in managing and organizing the ward/clinical area.
• Maintain high standards of quality nursing care.
• Participate in the education, development, and supervision of staff members.
• Act as a clinical and professional role model, supporting students and learners on placement.
• Work collaboratively with others to meet the needs of clients/service users and their families.

See attached job description for more information.

About us

Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust (LPT) provides a range of community health, mental health, and learning disability services for people of all ages. With over 100 settings from inpatient wards to community services, our 6,500 staff serve over 1 million people in Leicester, Leicestershire, and Rutland.

We are committed to developing a workforce that reflects our community and actively promote equal opportunities in employment and service delivery. We encourage applications from all sections of the community, especially underrepresented groups.

Details of our benefits, leadership behaviors, and other important information can be found in the 'Information for Applicants' document.

We consider requests for flexible working arrangements in line with our policy. All substantive roles (excluding medical staff) are subject to a 6-month probationary period. Applicants must have permission to work in the UK. The cost of any required DBS disclosure will be deducted from salary after employment begins. Preference will be given to applicants at risk within the NHS who meet the essential criteria.

Job responsibilities

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Person Specification

Qualifications

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Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This role is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. An application for a Disclosure to the DBS will be required to check for any criminal convictions.