Staff Nurse - Helston Inpatients

NHS; Helston; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS community and mental health provider is seeking two motivated Band 5 Trained Nurses for Helston Community Hospital. The role involves delivering high-quality patient care, mentoring students, and supporting a multidisciplinary team. Ideal candidates will possess strong clinical and communication skills, with a commitment to ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• RGN 1st Level Registration required.
• Evidence of ongoing professional development.
• Ability to work shifts to meet service needs.

Responsibilities

• Assess care needs and implement care programmes.
• Provide mentorship to students and Healthcare Assistants.
• Act as a team leader in nursing care.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Clinical skills

Education

RGN 1st Level Registration

First Degree or Diploma (or working towards)

Job description

Job summary

We are looking to recruit two motivated, enthusiastic, and clinically capable Band 5 Trained Nurses to join our nursing team for our 25-bedded Ward at Helston Community Hospital. The Trained Nurse role requires the post holder to be committed to the ongoing development of the ward and multidisciplinary team working. We aim to deliver the highest standard of patient and rehabilitative care to our predominantly elderly patients.

The ideal applicant will possess good organisational, communication, and clinical skills relevant to the post and be able to act as a positive role model. You will undertake a range of Early, Late, and Night duties on a rotational basis to support 24-hour nursing care, 7 days a week. Although based at Helston Community Hospital, a flexible working approach is required to support other hospitals in the locality as service needs require.

We seek motivated, forward-thinking individuals with a 'can-do' attitude and a passion for nursing. In return, we will support your career development and involve you in the future development of services.

Main duties of the job

1. The assessment of care needs and the development and implementation of programmes of care in the ward setting.
2. To be a team leader and provide all forms of nursing care without direct supervision.
3. To provide mentorship to pre- and post-registration students and Healthcare Assistants undertaking the National Vocational Awards.

Helston Community Hospital offers a range of services focusing on assessment, rehabilitation, and palliative care, including:

• 25 inpatient beds
• Minor Injury Unit
• Out-patient department
• Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy Department
• Community Nurse Base

About us

We're an NHS community and mental health provider Trust based in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We deliver community and hospital-based care to improve people's physical and mental health, and provide specialist support to people with dementia or a learning disability.

We are a people organisation, and your support will help promote the health and wellbeing of those living and visiting this beautiful part of the UK.

Our team consists of over 4,000 staff including doctors, nurses, therapists, admin, and support staff. We work in people's homes, community clinics, bases, and hospitals. Our aspiration is to have great people, provide great care, be a great place to work, and a great partner.

With a population of just over 532,000, many residents rely on acute hospital services in Devon, and we work closely with our partners there. During holidays and summer, the area sees increased visitors, which impacts our service demand.

Job details

Date posted: 22 May 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for Change

Band: Band 5

Salary: £29,970 to £36,483 per year

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time

Reference number: 201-25-423

Location: Helston Community Hospital, Meneage Road, Helston, TR13 9RH

Job description & responsibilities

For detailed responsibilities and person specifications, please see the supporting documents provided.

Person Specification

Qualifications & Experience (Essential):

• RGN 1st Level Registration
• Evidence of ongoing professional development
• Evidence of team working

Desirable:

• ENB or equivalent teaching and assessing qualification
• Experience working in a community hospital and elderly care
• Leadership skills
• First Degree or Diploma (or working towards)

Personal Qualities (Essential):

• Ability to work shifts to meet service needs

Skills and Aptitude (Essential):

• Well-organised, confident, aware of role limitations, and insight into NHS changes
• Ability to undertake training as required

Additional requirements

This post is subject to a DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. Applicants must have current UK professional registration. Further details can be found on the NHS Careers website.

Employer details

Employer: Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address: Helston Community Hospital, Meneage Road, Helston, TR13 9RH

Website: https://www.cornwallft.nhs.uk/