Registered Nurse

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust; West of England; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Job summary

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Registered Nurse (Band 5) for the Gastroenterology ward at Southmead Hospital, Bristol. This is a part-time role (34.5 hours per week) on a 12-month fixed-term contract with rotational day/night shifts and weekends.

The salary is £32,073–£39,043 per annum pro rata for part-time roles, with the Trust emphasising flexible working where possible. You will work within a large NHS organisation dedicated to high-quality, patient-centred care and professional

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with current NMC registration.
• Experience in NHS acute medicine desirable.
• Gastro/hepatology experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, evidence-based nursing care.
• Deliver patient-centred care with appropriate delegation.
• Contribute to discharge planning and multidisciplinary teamwork.

Skills

Advanced communication

Clinical nursing

Team leadership

Safety & infection control

Education

NMC registered nurse

NHS acute medicine experience

Gastro/Hepatology experience

Job description

Main area Medicine Grade Band 5 Contract 12 months (Fixed term initially) Hours Part time - 34.5 hours per week (Rotational Days/Nights and Weekends) Job ref 339-MED0514-NG

Employer Bristol NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site Gate 8a - Southmead Hospital Town Bristol Salary £32,073 - £39,043 per annum pro rata for part time roles Salary period Yearly Closing 24/11/2026 23:59

Registered Nurse

Band 5

North Bristol NHS Trust (NBT) and University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) have merged as of 1 st July 2026 to become Bristol NHS Foundation Trust. This will create an exciting future that brings together the best of both organisations. As a single, strong and sustainable organisation, we will not only be able to deliver better outcomes for our patients and fairer care for our population, but it will also provide greater opportunities for our people.
Bristol NHS Foundation Trust recognise the value of a healthy work-life balance. When applying, speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate flexible working, so your work life fits around your home life.

We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates as they are under-represented within the Trust.
Our job adverts may close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Considering this, if you are interested in this role, please do apply as soon as you can.

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Job overview

Are you a Registered Nurse looking for a great opportunity to work on our Gastroenterology ward? This may be the role for you!

Here are some reasons to apply for our Medicine division:

• Our medicine division has a wide variety of exciting specialties including Cardiology, Respiratory, Acute Medicine, Emergency Medicine, Infectious Diseases, Gastroenterology, Haematology, Complex Care, Enablement and Complex Assessment.
• Our practice development nurses provide exceptional training and personalised support to our teams.
• We have innovative Advanced Practice roles within our nursing teams, including Emergency Nurse Practitioners in our ED and Advanced Nurse Practitioners in our Complex Assessment Unit, Acute Medical Unit and Hospital at Night Teams. We have recently launched an Advanced Clinical Practitioner Degree Apprenticeship in partnership with the University of the West of England to support staff who wish to progress within Advanced Practice.

Main duties of the job

Working within our department, your main duties will include:

• Organising and participating in the delivery of high standards of evidence-based nursing care.
• Taking responsibility to carry out required planned, direct patient care to a high standard without direct supervision, in accordance with established nursing procedures and policies.
• Contributing towards the health promotion for all patients by provided education, support and advice as necessary, ensuring referral to appropriate professionals or agencies as required.
• In the absence of senior staff, taking responsibility for the delegation and supervision of appropriate work to other qualified staff, healthcare support workers and students.
• Where relevant, be responsible and assist in the co-ordination of discharge planning in partnership with the multidisciplinary team.
• Taking personal responsibility for treating all patients with courtesy, respecting their individual needs and maintaining confidentiality at all times.
• Ensuring provision of a safe and therapeutic environment for all patients, relatives, visitors and colleagues.

Working for our organisation

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust brings together more than 28,000 staff to deliver over 160 clinical services across thirteen hospital locations, operating from three main sites at Southmead, Bristol city centre and Weston.
With an annual turnover of £2.3 billion, we are now one of the largest NHS trusts in the United Kingdom. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone’s throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer.
Bristol NHS Foundation Trust values all people as individuals. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we’re meeting our pledge.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For a full overview of the Job Description, please refer to the PDF Job Description attached as an additional document to this advert.

Gate 8A is a busy ward caring for patients with complex gastroenterology, hepatology, and endocrine conditions, including acutely unwell individuals requiring timely assessment and escalation.

The Band 5 Staff Nurse will deliver high-quality, patient-centred care as part of a multidisciplinary team, supporting patients with conditions such as liver disease, GI bleeding, inflammatory bowel disease, pancreatitis and diabetic emergencies.

Main Requirments:

• To report to the appropriate members of the multidisciplinary team any significant changes in a patient’s condition or situation.
• Take personal responsibility as a team leader for the delivery of care of patients in a defined area.
• Organise and participate in the delivery of high standards of evidence based nursing care.
• To contribute towards health promotion for all patients by providing education, support and advice, as necessary Ensure referral to appropriate professionals or agencies as required.
• Ensure the safe ordering, administration and custody of patients’ medication according to Trust policies and procedures.
• In the absence of senior staff be responsible for delegation and supervision of appropriate work to other qualified staff, health care assistants and students
• Where relevant to be responsible for and assist in co-ordinating discharge planning in partnership with the multidisciplinary team
• Where relevant, responsible for the admission, assessment and preparation of patients undergoing treatment or investigations.
• Escort patients to other wards or departments as required.
• To take personal responsibility for ensuring that patients are treated with courtesy at all times, the individual needs of patients are respected and confidentiality is maintained at all times.
• Liaise effectively with other disciplines or departments as appropriate.
• To be able to act in emergency situations and to be familiar with emergency procedures including fire and resuscitation. To be responsible for the support and direction of junior staff in such situations according to Trust policy.
• To be responsible for ensuring provision of a safe and therapeutic environment for all patients, relatives, visitors and colleagues.
• Ensure the readiness for use of special equipment and the availability of nursing supplies in conjunction with the senior ward nurses.
• Ensure the safe custody of patients’ valuables and property according to Trust policies.
• Report to nurse in charge/line manager all complaints, incidents or accidents involving self, staff, patients, visitors and complete relevant documentation according to Trust procedure.
• Be responsible for reporting and documenting any broken or damaged equipment according to Trust policy.
• To have detailed knowledge of Manual handling regulations particularly with regards to the moving and handling of patients. To be responsible for ensuring that assessment of patients’ manual handling needs are carried out and ensure junior staff and students follow these requirements in the course of care delivery.
• Ensure safe storage and disposal of substances hazardous to health in accordance with Trust policy. Ensure availability of facilities for disposal of sharps, toxic/cytoxic waste in accordance with trust policy.
• In support of senior staff or ward manager assist with monitoring and report to ensure stock levels are maintained and that the correct quantities are in supply.
• Monitor the use of supplies by junior staff to promote efficient use of all supplies.
• To be aware of the directorate bleep holding function.
• To have an awareness of the requirements for staffing the ward or department.
• Undertake aspects of ward administration as agreed by the ward / department manage.
• Report reliably any episodes of sickness for self or that are reported to you to the Registered nurse in charge to enable skill mix to be maintained

Person specification

Education & Qualifications

• Registered Nurse, with current live NMC Registration or student about to qualify
• Currently working within an NHS Hospital with Acute Medical Experience
• Teaching and assessing qualification (998 or equivalent) or willing to undertake after 2 years post registration (secured a position on this type of course)
• Previous Gastro/Hepatology or Endocrine experience
• Experience of managing acutely unwell/deteriorating patients
• Understanding of patient safety, safeguarding, Mental Capacity Act and DoLS

Experience

• Expectation to undertake training for extended roles required by the ward / department. i.e. IV drug administration, Cannulation, venepuncture, ECGs, male catheterisation, PCA and Epidural training
• Currently working in a UK hospital setting, as a Qualified Nurse or a Qualifying Student
• Previous Gastro/Hepatology or Endocrine experience
• Exposure (clinical placement or role) to caring for patients with complex medical and/or mental health needs, including those with Eating disorders and associated physical health complications
• Experience working with patients affected by alcohol or drug dependency.

Knowledge

• Advanced communication skills, verbal & written, to include report writing and record keeping.
• Evidence of continuing professional development.
• Sound knowledge of Trust Policies & practices including manual handling, health & safety and infection control.
• Basic computer / IT skills and expectation to develop these in line with the needs of the service i.e. IHS, Acis, Email use.
• Understanding of Trauma-Informed Practice and the impact of adverse life experiences, trauma, addiction, homelessness, and mental ill-health on patient engagement and health outcomes.

We hope that you will decide to join us and become part of this exciting journey, helping us to shape our future together.

As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application to ensure we’re meeting our pledge.

The Trust is committed to investing in and caring for all our staff. We will support you in maintaining and improving your health and wellbeing, as well as your career development through management and training support - developing exceptional people for exceptional careers.

BFT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults.

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Due to the high number of applications that are received for some posts we may close this vacancy before the advertised closing date. Therefore, please apply for this post as soon as you can, if you are interested and you meet the requirements of the Person Specification

Only those candidates who clearly demonstrate how they meet the person specification will be shortlisted for this job.

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Our job adverts may close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Considering this, if you are interested in this role, please do apply as soon as you can.