Band 5 Staff Nurse - Rotation Programme Harefield Hospital

Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust; Southampton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust is offering a tailored 18-month nurse rotation programme to help you transition from student to qualified nurse. You will work in various clinical settings, participate in study days, and receive guidance from experienced professionals. This programme aims to enhance your skills and career aspirations.

Benefits

Well-being and reflective group sessions

1:1 sessions with psychologists

Qualifications

• Must have an active Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) PIN.
• Final-year students and newly qualified nurses are welcome to apply.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain high standards of nursing care.
• Assist in the professional development of learners and junior staff.
• Carry out care activities with senior staff support.

Skills

Nursing care

Professional development

Teamwork

Flexibility

Leadership

Education

Active Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) PIN

Job description

This rotation programme will be tailored to your individual needs, providing support throughout the 18-month duration, with a guaranteed job at the end. Educators will be available on each ward to support you, and you will join the preceptorship programme to assist your transition from student to qualified nurse.

You will have the opportunity to work in cardiology, surgical and/or respiratory wards, transplant units, and critical care settings.

You’ll Attend Eight Specialist Study Days, Including:

• Induction
• Surgical
• Cardiology
• Transplant
• Critical care
• ILS
• Human factors
• Leadership

Part of each study day will include well-being and reflective group sessions led by the hospital’s psychologists. These sessions aim to promote a healthy work/life balance and ensure our nurses are well cared for. Further 1:1 sessions with psychologists will also be encouraged.

You’ll gain valuable experience across various clinical settings, with the goal of helping you develop your skills to reach your full potential and career aspirations. We welcome applications from final-year students, newly qualified nurses, or nurses in the early stages of their careers.

Closing date: 6th July 2025

Interview date: 15th & 16th July 2025

Summary

• The post holder will work under the guidance of the Sister/Charge nurse and multidisciplinary team to monitor and maintain high standards of nursing care and staff development.
• Assist in the professional development and performance of learners and junior staff.
• Carry out care activities with guidance and support from senior staff.
• Be flexible in clinical approaches and provide cover across specified areas based on experience.
• Be accountable for their nursing practice, adhere to Trust policies and NMC standards, and take responsibility for personal and professional development.

This advert is open to all applicants with an active Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) PIN. If you have only a PRN number, please do not apply for this post. Contact Capital Nurse or Capital Midwife for details on applying for international nurse or midwifery roles (https://www.capitalnurselondon.co.uk/be-a-london-nurse/agencies/).

Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust includes several renowned hospitals and community services, known for high-quality care, research, and innovation. Royal Brompton and Harefield hospitals, part of the Trust, are leaders in heart and lung care, providing sophisticated treatment for complex conditions worldwide.

For further details or informal visits, contact:

• Name: Jasmin Castillo
• Job title: Sister
• Email: [e-mail]
• Telephone: [phone]

Feel free to contact me Monday to Friday; I will respond within 48 hours.