Staff Nurse - Ward (Bank)

NHS; Royal Tunbridge Wells; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare charity in Tunbridge Wells is looking for a flexible Staff Nurse for the ward. You will work on an ad-hoc basis in a supportive team, focusing on exceptional patient care and collaborating with clinical professionals. Candidates should have NMC registration and relevant post-registration experience. Competitive hourly rates up to £19.50 are offered, along with holiday entitlement and pension access.

Benefits

Holiday entitlement

Pension access

Discounted gym membership

Qualifications

• Registered with the appropriate governing body (e.g., NMC).
• Experience as a Staff Nurse in a ward setting focused on patient care.

Responsibilities

• Join a team headed by the matron on a consultant-led ward.
• Pay close attention to each patient’s needs.
• Collaborate with practitioners across departments.

Skills

Excellent communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Empathy

Education

NMC registration

Job description

Overview

Staff Nurse - Ward (Bank) | Tunbridge Wells Hospital | Ward | Bank | Ad Hoc | Includes weekend work | Up to £19.50 per hour, depending on skills and experience

Main duties of the job

As a Ward Staff Nurse, you will be flexible, motivated, an excellent communicator and team worker; join a close-knit team headed by the matron on the consultant-led ward; fully understand and pay close attention to each patient’s needs; work directly with clinical colleagues; gain experience of new practices, equipment and facilities; collaborate with practitioners across other departments to ensure continuity in patient care.

About us

Nuffield Health Tunbridge Wells Hospital is recognised for its friendly atmosphere, clinical expertise, and high standards of care. Our purpose-built hospital has been established since 1968, with 40 en-suite bedrooms, a busy outpatients and pre-assessment department, diagnostic imaging services (MRI, CT, Ultrasound, Mammography and X-ray), pathology, paediatric unit, surgical recovery ward, cancer care unit, three operating theatres and physiotherapy services. We are committed to building a healthier nation and offer a benefits package including holiday entitlement in line with the Working Time Directive, access to Pension Scheme and discounted gym membership at £25.00 a month.

Job responsibilities

Staff Nurse - Ward (Bank) | Tunbridge Wells Hospital | Ward | Bank | Ad Hoc | Includes weekend work | Up to £19.50 per hour, depending on skills and experience

Nuffield Health is the UK’s largest Healthcare Charity. We are committed to high standards of patient care. As a Staff Nurse, you’ll be alert, focused, detail-oriented and empathetic. You are registered with the appropriate governing body and bring the qualifications and experience relevant to your registration (including NMC). With post-registration experience, you are a team player with a passion for exceptional patient care. As a Ward Staff Nurse, you will:

• Be flexible, motivated, an excellent communicator and team worker
• Join a close-knit team headed by our matron on our consultant-led ward
• Fully understand and pay close attention to each patient’s needs
• Work directly with some of the best clinical talent around
• Gain valuable experience of new practices, equipment and facilities
• Collaborate with practitioners across other departments to ensure continuity in patient care

Benefits include holiday entitlement, pension access and discounted gym membership. Working on the bank means you are not contracted to a fixed number of hours per week but work on an ad-hoc basis to suit the needs of the business and your availability.

Qualifications and experience

Qualifications

• Registration with the appropriate governing body (e.g., NMC) and relevant post-registration experience

Experience

• Experience as a Staff Nurse on a ward setting with a focus on patient care

Additional information

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975 (Exceptions Order) and a Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service may be required. Location: Kingswood Road, Tunbridge Wells, Kent TN2 4UL.