Band 5 Nurse

Position: Band 5 Staff Nurse

Banding: Band 5

Team: Kestrel Ward - Hellesdon Hospital

Location: Kestrel Ward, The Rivers Centre, Hellesdon Hospital, Drayton High Road, NR6 5BE

Working Hours: 3 long shifts per week, largely weekdays with some weekend shifts

Remote Work: No

Salary:

• Monday to Friday (06:00 - 20:00) £21 per hour
• Saturdays and Nights £25 per hour
• Sundays and Bank Holidays £29 per hour

About the Role: We are looking for a Band 5 Staff Nurse to join the Kestrel Ward team at Hellesdon Hospital as an agency nurse. This is an exciting opportunity for a Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) with experience in NSFT inpatient wards to work in a supportive and dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide high-quality, compassionate care to patients on Kestrel Ward.
• Administer medication, ensuring safe and accurate delivery in line with care plans.
• Use electronic systems such as EPMA (Electronic Prescribing and Medicines Administration) and Lorenzo for patient record management.
• Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Carry out risk assessments, care planning, and monitoring of patient progress.
• Support patients with daily living activities, including personal care and mobility.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) qualification.
• Experience of working in NSFT inpatient wards.
• Proficient in using EPMA and Lorenzo systems.
• Strong clinical skills, with the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

What We Offer:

• Competitive hourly pay rates with weekend and night shift enhancements.
• Flexible shifts (3 long shifts per week) that include weekday and weekend work.
• The opportunity to work within a dedicated and supportive team at Hellesdon Hospital.
• A rewarding role with the chance to make a real difference in the lives of patients.

If you are an experienced RMN seeking an agency role with excellent pay rates and flexible shifts, we want to hear from you!