Staff Nurse - Eating Disorders

TN United Kingdom; Leicester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Leicester seeks a dedicated Band 5 nurse to join their team in a specialized eating disorder unit. The role involves providing high-quality nursing care, collaborating with healthcare professionals, and supporting patient needs. Applicants should be flexible with shift patterns and committed to patient-centered care. This position offers an opportunity to work within a supportive environment focused on professional development and quality care.

Qualifications

• Experience in nursing care for eating disorders.
• Ability to work flexible shifts.

Responsibilities

• Assess and implement evidence-based nursing care.
• Manage and organize the ward.
• Support and educate staff members.

Skills

Patient-Centered Care

Team Collaboration

Evidence-Based Nursing

Education

Registered Nurse

Job description

Job Description

Job Overview

Welford (ED) Ward is a 15-bed eating disorder unit caring for individuals with severe anorexia nervosa from across the East Midlands.

We seek a highly motivated, experienced, and conscientious Band 5 nurse to join our well-established team. The nurse will support and care for our patient group and work closely with other healthcare professionals including Band 5 and Band 6 Nurses, Healthcare Support Workers, Consultants, Medics, Dietitians, Speech and Language Therapists, Ward Managers, and Team Managers to ensure safe, effective, and patient-centered care. The role is based at the Glenfield Hospital site in the Bennion Centre.

Our operation runs on a 2-shift system covering 24/7. Applicants should be able to work on a rotating pattern, but we are open to discussing flexible shift arrangements upon request.

Contact Details:
Nicola Brewin, Family Services Manager, [email protected], 0116 225 2557

Job Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate evidence-based nursing care for clients/service users.
• Assist in managing and organizing the ward/clinical area.
• Maintain high standards of quality nursing care.
• Participate in the education, development, and supervision of staff members.
• Act as a clinical and professional role model, supporting students and learners.
• Collaborate with colleagues to meet the needs of clients/service users and their families.

Additional Information

Please see the attached job description and person specification for more details. Applications may close early if sufficient applications are received, so early application is encouraged.

About Us

Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust (LPT) provides a range of community health, mental health, and learning disability services across Leicester, Leicestershire, and Rutland, delivered through over 100 settings with a team of 6,500 staff serving over 1 million people.

We are committed to developing a diverse workforce that reflects our community and actively promote equal opportunities. We encourage applications from all community sections, especially underrepresented groups.

Details about benefits, leadership behaviors, and other information are available in the 'Information for Applicants' document. We consider flexible working arrangements and require new staff to complete a 6-month probation period. All roles require UK work authorization, and DBS checks are at the applicant's expense. Priority for interview may be given to at-risk NHS staff within the local NHS.