General Practice Nurse Band 5 Needed ASAP in the MOD (Ministry of Defence)

Sirona Medical Limited; Leicester; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare staffing agency is seeking a Band 5 General Practice Nurse for an immediate start in the MOD (Ministry of Defence). The role involves providing care to military personnel and their families at various UK sites, with competitive pay and flexible assignments. Essential qualifications include being a Registered Nurse with relevant training and experience. The role offers benefits like subsidized accommodation and meals, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Free uniforms

Support for professional development

Flexible assignments

Refer a Friend bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid NMC PIN with no practice restrictions.
• Minimum one year post-registration experience in a Band 5 or higher.
• Compliance with current DBS check requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional care to military personnel and families.
• Work in various well-equipped medical or dental centres.
• Adapt to different assignment locations, potentially on military bases.

Skills

Registered Nurse (Level 1)

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Immunisation and Vaccination

Anaphylaxis training

Infection Prevention and Control

Safeguarding training

Job description

General Practice Nurse Band 5 Needed ASAP in the MOD (Ministry of Defence)

Sirona Medical Limited is seeking a Band 5 General Practice Nurse for immediate start in the MOD (Ministry of Defence). This is an excellent opportunity to work within the MOD on ongoing contracts across various UK sites, including Staffordshire, with a 37-hour workweek.

The role offers the security of working for a recession-proof employer, with benefits such as heavily subsidized accommodation and meals, leading to significant financial savings.

Essential Requirements:

• Registered Nurse (Level 1) with the NMC, valid PIN, and no restrictions of practice
• Current personal medical indemnity insurance
• At least one year’s post-registration experience in a Band 5 or higher role within a Primary Healthcare setting (within the last three years)
• Valid Basic Life Support (BLS), Anaphylaxis, AED, Infection Prevention and Control (IPC), and Safeguarding training (Children, Young People, Vulnerable Adults)
• Certificates of training/qualification or proof of clinical competency in Immunisation and Vaccination (including children if applicable), Venepuncture

About the Role:

• Flexible, proactive, and adaptable approach
• Work within well-equipped medical, dental, or rehabilitation centres as part of the Defence Medical Services team
• Deliver professional care to military personnel and their families, some locations may require working on Army, Royal Navy, or Royal Air Force bases

All placements are subject to compliance requirements and a current DBS check.

Benefits:

• Competitive pay with weekly payments and flexible payment options
• Refer a Friend bonus scheme
• Flexible assignments to suit your availability
• Support for professional development (CPD)
• Free uniforms (if required)
• Dedicated support from an experienced consultant