Registered Nurse - Wards (Bank)

Circle Health Group; Bath; On-site; GBP 1,515,000 - 2,617,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

Job summary

Circle Health Group Bath Clinic is seeking a Registered Nurse (Adult) to join our wards on a bank basis. This role supports staffing during busy periods and covers annual leave or staff absences.

You will deliver direct nursing care, update care plans, monitor patients, and administer medications in line with policy and NMC standards. The position requires NMC registration, clinical experience, and the ability to work independently within a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (Adult) with valid NMC registration.
• Experience in a clinical healthcare setting.
• Good understanding of clinical governance and patient safety.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Proficient in IT systems used for patient records and care planning.
• Previous experience in a relevant specialty is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct nursing care in line with patient care plans and clinical protocols.
• Assess patient needs, prioritise care, and update care plans accordingly.
• Monitor vital signs, recognise changes in condition, and escalate appropriately.
• Administer medications safely and in accordance with hospital policies and the NMC Code.
• Maintain accurate nursing documentation including assessments, care plans and observations.
• Ensure care complies with NMC standards, governance requirements and hospital policies.
• Identify and report incidents and safeguarding concerns per hospital procedures.

Skills

NMC registration

Clinical governance

Communication

IT systems

Teamwork

Education

Nursing qualification

Job description

Registered Nurse - Wards (Bank)

Bath Clinic
Bank Shifts
Up to £18.82 per hour (depending on level of experience, training and qualifications)

Bath Clinic is part of Circle Health Group, Britain's leading provider of independent healthcare with a nationwide network of hospitals & clinics, performing more complex surgery than any other private healthcare provider in the country.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Registered Nurse to join our friendly and motivated team of staff working on the hospital Wards.

This is a bank role working on an “as and when required” basis, you will be required to supplement staffing levels during busy periods and provide cover for existing staff in times of annual leave or absence.

Duties of this role include:

• Deliver direct nursing care in line with patient care plans and clinical protocols.
• Assess patient needs, prioritise care, and update care plans accordingly.
• Monitor vital signs, recognise changes in condition, and escalate appropriately using clinical judgement.
• Administer medications safely and effectively in accordance with hospital policies and the NMC Code.
• Maintain accurate, legible, and timely nursing documentation, including assessments, care plans, and observations.
• Ensure that all care provided complies with NMC standards, clinical governance requirements, and hospital policies.
• Identify and report incidents, safeguarding concerns, and potential risks in line with hospital procedures.

Applicants should meet the following criteria:

• Registered Nurse (Adult) with valid NMC registration.
• Demonstrable experience working in a clinical healthcare setting.
• Good understanding of clinical governance, patient safety, and evidence-based practice.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Proficient in IT systems used for patient records, documentation, and care planning.
• Previous experience in a relevant specialty desirable (e.g., surgical, medical, outpatient, orthopaedics, critical care).

Salary & Benefits:

Circle Health Group Healthcare offers a competitive hourly rate.

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