Registered Nurse - Wards (Bank)

Circle Health Group Limited – Monthly; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

The Priory Hospital in Birmingham is seeking a Registered Nurse to join the Wards team on bank shifts. This role covers on-call coverage to supplement staffing levels during busy periods and to provide cover for annual leave.

You will deliver direct nursing care, assess needs, monitor vitals, administer medications per policy, and maintain documentation in line with NMC codes. Applicants must be NMC-registered and able to work independently or with a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (Adult) with valid NMC registration.
• Experience in a clinical healthcare setting.
• Strong understanding of clinical governance, patient safety and evidence-based practice.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Proficient in IT systems used for patient records, documentation and care planning.
• Experience in a relevant specialty 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 effectively in line with hospital policies and the NMC Code.
• Maintain accurate nursing documentation including assessments and care plans.
• Ensure care complies with NMC standards and hospital policies.
• Identify and report incidents and safeguarding concerns in line with procedures.

Skills

NMC registration

Clinical governance

Patient safety

Communication

Teamwork

IT systems for patient records

Job description

Registered Nurse - Wards (Bank)

The Priory Hospital

Bank Shifts

Salary: Up to £21.00 per hour (depending on level of experience, training and qualification)

The Priory Hospital in Birmingham 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 opportunity for a Registered Nurse to join their team of staff in the Wards department.

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 elevate 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 offers a competitive hourly rate.

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