Staff Nurse | Northumbria Healthcare - NHCT Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk - Jobboard; Hexham; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Hexham is seeking a motivated Band 5 Nurse to join their nursing team. You will provide care to patients, foster a supportive environment, and work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to ensure high standards of patient care. This role offers opportunities for clinical skill development in a dynamic ward atmosphere.

Qualifications

• NMC registration and accountability.
• Experience in providing care to complex needs patients.
• Ability to work as part of a nursing team.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to a caseload of up to 26 patients.
• Formulate and carry out individualised care plans.
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team for discharge planning.

Skills

Compassionate care

Effective communication

Proficient in care documentation systems

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Registered Nurse qualification

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the nursing team on Ward 2 at Hexham General Hospital.

Are you a motivated and compassionate Nurse looking to take the next step in your career?

Ward 2 at Hexham General Hospital is seeking an enthusiastic Band 5 Nurse to join our dedicated and friendly team. No two days are the same on our dynamic ward, and we offer a supportive environment where you can develop your clinical skills, contribute to outstanding patient care, and grow as part of the Northumbria family.

Please note we reserve the right to close this vacancy prior to the closing date once the required number of suitable applications have been received.

The ward operates an internal rotation rota system which includes a range of shift patterns to suit most needs. We have a friendly and flexible team of nurses with good staff retention.

Responsibilities include providing nursing care to a caseload of up to 26 patients, ensuring individualised care plans are formulated and carried out, and communicating effectively with colleagues and the multidisciplinary team. You will be proactive in MDT and discharge planning, able to work under pressure, and proficient in using all systems to document care.

All duties are to be carried out within your scope of practice.

Northumbria Healthcare manages hospitals across North Tyneside, Wansbeck, and Hexham, as well as community hospitals and clinics, covering a large geographical area. We are leaders in innovation and quality, including the opening of the Northumbria Specialist Emergency Care Hospital—the first of its kind in England.

Join us to work in one of the best-performing NHS organizations in England, supporting staff and focusing on both staff and patient experiences. Enjoy living in an area known for its clean air, affordable living, vibrant nightlife, excellent schools, and rich history. This is the Northumbria Way!

Please read the ‘applicant guidance notes’ before submitting your application.

Key responsibilities include:

• Exercise accountability according to the NMC Code of Professional Conduct.
• Work within NHS Foundation Trust policies, procedures, and guidelines to ensure high standards of care.
• Provide and monitor care for people, including those with complex needs.
• Work as part of the nursing team under the direction of a registered nurse.
• Model compassionate and inclusive leadership to foster a collective leadership culture within the trust.
• Collaborate with the MDT to ensure safe discharges and excellent patient care.
• Follow ward objectives, demonstrate openness and honesty, and be a valued team member.

This advert closes on Wednesday, 27 August 2025.