Band 5 Staff Nurse - Eating Disorders (Fixed Term Contract)

Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust; Leicester; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Leicester is seeking a Band 5 Staff Nurse for a fixed-term contract in an eating disorder unit. The role involves providing high-quality nursing care, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, and supporting patients with severe anorexia nervosa. The successful candidate will work primarily night shifts with some day shifts. This position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on patient care while working in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Band 5 nurse required.
• Must have permission to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care.
• Maintain high standards of quality nursing care.
• Participate in the education and supervision of staff.

Skills

Motivation

Conscientiousness

Job description

Band 5 Staff Nurse - Eating Disorders (Fixed Term Contract)

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Job Overview
Welford (ED) Ward is a 15-bedded eating disorder unit caring 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 with other Band 5 and Band 6 Nurses, Healthcare Support Workers, Consultants, Medics, Dietitians, Speech and Language Therapists, Ward Managers, and Team Managers to ensure the delivery of safe, effective, and patient-led care. The role is based at the Glenfield Hospital site within 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
Email: [e-mail]
Phone: [phone]

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate evidence-based nursing care for 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.
• Work collaboratively with others to meet the needs of clients/service users and their families.

See attached Job Description for more details.

Additional Information

• Apply promptly as the advert may close early if sufficient applications are received.
• Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust provides community health, mental health, and learning disability services for over 1 million people across Leicester, Leicestershire, and Rutland.
• We encourage applications from all community sections, especially underrepresented groups.
• Details about benefits, leadership, and other information are available in the supporting documents.
• Flexible working options may be considered.
• All roles are subject to a 6-month probation period.
• Applicants must have permission to work in the UK and will bear the cost of DBS disclosures.