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University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust; Mile Oak; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Development opportunities

Employee assistance programme

Discounted gym membership

Onsite fitness classes

Car schemes

Job summary

University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust in Derbyshire is seeking a permanent Band 5 Registered Nurse to join the Community Planned Care outpatient team at Sir Robert Peel Community Hospital, with cross-site cover to Samuel Johnson Hospital. You will work within a supportive team and independently to deliver high quality outpatient care.

Experience in outpatient settings is desirable, with teaching or a preceptorship qualification viewed favourably.

Qualifications

• Evidence of updated personal development and ongoing professional learning.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in a busy outpatient setting.
• Flexible, capable of prioritising workload and working under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of outpatient services across multiple specialties.
• Work as part of a team and independently to ensure responsive care.
• Contribute to a range of clinical duties within the Community Planned Care unit.

Skills

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Prioritisation

Flexibility

Communication

Education

Nursing qualification (RN)

Job description

Registered Nurse | University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust

Company: University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust

An opportunity has arisen for a permanent contract for a Band 5 Registered Nurse within the Community Planned Care Business Unit based at Sir Robert Peel Community Hospital Outpatient Department, cross site cover as and when needed to our sister Hospital of Samuel Johnson Hospital.

We are looking for enthusiastic individuals who can work within a team and individually. To support a range of clinical specialities, contribute to the delivery of an effective and responsive outpatient service.

This is a cross-site working role.

Experience of working within an outpatient setting would be desirable.

We are a general Outpatient's department and support and deliver a wide set of speciality clinics. Applicants must have evidence of updated personal development, excellent interpersonal skills, be flexible, have an ability to work under pressure, to have the ability to prioritise your workload and a strong desire to work in an Outpatient setting.

Previous outpatient experience would be desirable but not essential.

Outpatients services positively support the learning and development of their staff.

A teaching or preceptorship qualification would be beneficial.

Please note that hours don't form set shift patterns and will be worked flexibly according to the needs of the service and may include some evening and weekend work.

Closing date of applications: 21th October 2026

Interview date: 2nd November 2026

As a trusted organisation at the heart of our communities, we recognise the important role we can play in supporting the public, patients, our own people and local partners in achieving the best of health for the local population and the communities in which they live by providing Exceptional Care Together

Our fundamental Values of Compassion, Openness and Excellence underpin how we intend to work as a Trust and the associated behaviours are becoming embedded in all aspects of how we work.

In return we will offer:

• Development opportunities, both professional and leadership development
• On-going support from recruitment to when you join our team and beyond.
• Staff benefits including employee assistance programme, discounted gym membership, onsite fitness classes, car schemes

Key Facts:

• We see on average 4810 OP appointments a day.
• We are the 4thbusiest Trauma & Orthopaedic outpatients department in England – an average of 2077 per week.
• An average of 1115 patients are seen in A&Es across our network every day – 3rd largest in the country.
• Our hospitals admit an average of 195 emergency patients daily.
• Last year we undertook almost 33,700 planned surgical operations in our 57 operating theatres.
• We are one of only 7 Trusts nationally with more than 50 operating theatres.
• We carry out more than 140 elective procedures each working day.
• UHDB is a research active University Hospital with a large and varied portfolio of clinical trials and research opportunities for all staff.

UHDB is committed to fair and transparent recruitment. We welcome authentic applications that reflect your own skills, experience and motivations for the role. While we understand that candidates may use AI tools for grammar, formatting or accessibility purposes, applications that appear to be substantially AI‑generated may be subject to additional review. If this applies to your submission, we will let you know and may ask for clarification. Please ensure your application accurately represents your experience and is written in your own words.

Following the recent update on UK immigration policy for those on a Health and Care Visa or Skilled Worker Visa, please click on the link to check your eligibility before applying for this post as we may be unable to provide sponsorshipSkilled worker: Health and Care Visa | NHS Employers

Important visa information:Due to UK Home Office immigration rule changes effective from 22 July 2025, applicants sponsored under Occupation Code 6131 (Nursing Auxiliaries and Assistants) may not be eligible to bring dependants under the Skilled Worker route if their Certificate of Sponsorship is issued on or after this date. Applicants are responsible for understanding how these rules apply to their individual circumstances. The Trust cannot provide immigration advice. Further information is available on theSkilled Worker visa: Your partner and children - GOV.UK

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This advert closes on Wednesday 21 Oct 2026

University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust