Staff Nurse | Northern Lincolnshire & Goole NHS Foundation Trust

Northern Lincolnshire and Goole NHS Trust; Scunthorpe; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Scunthorpe is seeking a motivated Registered Nurse for the Day Surgery Unit. You will provide excellent care to adult patients and support them throughout their journey. Ideal candidates should have nursing registration and strong communication skills. The position emphasizes flexible work conditions and support for career development.

Benefits

Flexible working opportunities

Support for work-life balance

Supportive learning environment with mentors

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with relevant nursing registration.
• Previous perioperative or day-surgery experience desirable, although training can be provided.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Providing excellent care to adult day-case patients undergoing various surgeries.
• Supporting patients through the journey on the Day Surgery Unit.
• Working as a competent member of the Day Surgery team under senior staff direction.

Skills

Registered Nurse with relevant nursing registration

Ability to work independently

Strong communication skills

Organisational skills

Clinical assessment skills

Flexible to shift work

Job description

Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated Registered Nurse to join our versatile dedicated team of nurses on the Day Surgery Unit Ward 18 to provide a safe and efficient service to surgical patients.

The unit is a 5‑day service working Monday to Friday 7.30 to 20.00.

Responsibilities

• Providing excellent care to adult day‑case patients undergoing General Surgery, ENT, Urology, Community Dental, Colorectal Surgery, Gynaecology and Trauma surgery.
• Supporting patients through the journey on the Day Surgery Unit from admission to discharge or in pre‑assessment.
• Working as a competent member of the Day Surgery team, maintaining a high standard of patient care under the direction of senior staff.
• Taking delegated responsibility in a given shift for adult patients, working in accordance with Nursing / Midwifery standards and Trust policies.
• Maintaining documentation and quality standards consistent with NHS guidelines.

Qualifications & Skills

• Registered Nurse with relevant nursing registration.
• Previous perioperative or day‑surgery experience desirable, although training can be provided.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong communication, organisational and clinical assessment skills.
• Flexible to shift work and able to meet service needs.

Benefits & Working Conditions

The role offers flexible working opportunities, support for work‑life balance and a supportive learning environment with experienced mentors.

Closing Date

This advert closes on Wednesday 29 Oct 2025.