Band 7 Senior Nurse

Ministry of Defence (Defence Medical Services); Gatenby; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Gatenby is seeking a Band 7 Senior Nurse to deliver high-quality care in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team. Candidates must possess an Advanced Practice Nurse qualification and a Registered Nurse license. This full-time position offers a salary range of £47,810 to £54,710 per annum, with benefits including access to a gym and learning opportunities.

Benefits

Access to gym

Car parking

Café/bar

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Applicants should have an Advanced Practice Nurse qualification or equivalent.
• A valid membership registration number is required.
• Must be a Registered Nurse with relevant qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage complete episodes of care.
• Work closely with the multidisciplinary team.
• Triage urgent care requests effectively.
• Maintain accurate and confidential patient records.

Skills

Expert clinical advice

Leadership

Patient assessment

Education

Advanced Practice Nurse qualification

Registered Nurse on Part 1 of the Nursing and Midwifery Council

Learning and Assessing in Practice qualification

Job description

Band 7 Senior Nurse

Closing date 20 November 2025.

Defence Primary Healthcare (DPHC) offers an inclusive and dedicated organisation working to provide excellent care to our entitled personnel. This full‑time role (37.5 hours per week) is based at Royal Air Force Leeming, Gatenby and Northallerton, with cover required at other facilities in the Southern region (Leconfield, York, Dishforth).

Benefits include access to gym, car parking, shop & café/bar, and learning and development opportunities.

Job responsibilities

• Plan and manage complete episodes of care; undertake independent comprehensive assessment and management of service users.
• Work closely with multidisciplinary team, providing expert clinical advice, leadership and support.
• Triage urgent care requests and consult with patients or direct them appropriately.
• Develop nursing output across the network, working flexibly and adaptably, and highlight shortfalls to Senior Medical Office or regional headquarters.
• Collect, collate, evaluate and report information, maintaining accurate confidential patient records to a very high standard reflective of Advanced Clinical Practice.

Qualifications and experience

• Advanced Practice Nurse qualification or evidence of level 6 or 7 courses in relevant areas (or equivalent competence and experience).
• Registered Nurse on Part 1 of the Nursing and Midwifery Council.
• Registered non‑medical prescriber (or equivalent).
• Learning and Assessing in Practice qualification or equivalent practice assessors training.

Application process

Applicants must provide a valid membership registration number and demonstrate all required qualifications. This role does not sponsor visa and is open to those meeting the security check requirement.

Equal opportunities

The Ministry of Defence embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Disability confident scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.

Minimum salary £47,810 to £54,710 per annum (pro‑rata for part time).