Staff Nurse inChesterfield inChesterfield PUBLISHED 25 OCT 2024

Band 5: £29,970 to £36,483 a year per annum pro rata PERMANENT GOOD SALARY

Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust rP1Pgi5m

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Are you a Registered Nurse looking for the next supportive step in your care career?

Do you share a commitment to our CARE values - compassion, ambition, respect and encourage ?

Do you want to be part of an exemplar team, recognised for flexible working, offering;

full time
part time

supporting you to achieve a work / life balance?

If so, we are looking to welcome you at Chesterfield Royal Hospital.

We can offer Registered Nursing opportunities for Adult Nurses and Registered Nursing Associates to join our established teams.

To discuss your next career step, or if you are a final year student nurse and interested in working with us, please contact

As a registered professional at Chesterfield Royal Hospital you will play a crucial part in all aspects of nursing care, from acute and elective admissions, delivering specialist care, end of life care and intensive support through to safe and effective discharges

We are looking to recruit to the following areas:

Medicine and Emergency Care

We offer bespoke rotational packages following one to one discussions and an embedded internal transfer process to enable you to gain a wealth of knowledge

All areas are supported by a visible Divisional Senior Leadership Team, a clinical ward leader and a team of band 6 nurses

We promote and encourage career progression via our onsite education centre, clinical skills team, clinical educators and speciality competency booklets

You will be required to hold a UK Nursing and Midwifery Council Registration to be considered for this post.

About us

Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for the full responsibilities and duties of the role.

Are you a Registered Nurse looking for the next supportive step in your care career?

Do you share a commitment to our CARE values - compassion, ambition, respect and encourage ?

Do you want to be part of an exemplar team, recognised for flexible working, offering;

full time
part time

supporting you to achieve a work / life balance?

If so, we are looking to welcome you at Chesterfield Royal Hospital.

We can offer Registered Nursing opportunities for Adult Nurses and Registered Nursing Associates to join our established teams.

To discuss your next career step, or if you are a final year student nurse and interested in working with us, please contact

We are looking to recruit to the following areas:

Medicine and Emergency Care

We offer bespoke rotational packages following one to one discussions and an embedded internal transfer process to enable you to gain a wealth of knowledge

All areas are supported by a visible Divisional Senior Leadership Team, a clinical ward leader and a team of band 6 nurses

We promote and encourage career progression via our onsite education centre, clinical skills team, clinical educators and speciality competency booklets

You will be required to hold a UK Nursing and Midwifery Council Registration to be considered for this post.

About us
Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for the full responsibilities and duties of the role.

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To work as a Staff Nurse in the UK, you'll need a combination of formal education, clinical skills, practical experience, and personal attributes. Here are the essential skills and qualifications required:

Educational Qualifications:

1. Nursing Degree: A Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSc) or an equivalent nursing degree is typically required.

2. Nursing Registration: You must be registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) in the UK. This typically involves passing an approved nursing program and the NMC's competency tests.

Clinical Skills:

1. Patient Assessment: Ability to perform thorough assessments of patients' health and identify needs.

2. Medication Administration: Knowledge of pharmacology and the ability to safely administer medications.

3. Wound Care: Skills in managing and dressing wounds, observing for signs of infection.

4. Infection Control: Understanding infection prevention practices and how to implement them in a clinical setting.

5. Basic Life Support (BLS): Certification in BLS and other emergency response skills, such as Advanced Life Support (ALS) if applicable.

6. Clinical Procedures: Proficiency in various clinical skills specific to your area of nursing (e.g., IV insertion, catheterization).

Soft Skills:

1. Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact with patients, families, and colleagues effectively.

2. Empathy and Compassion: The ability to provide emotional support and understand patients’ perspectives.

3. Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary healthcare team.

4. Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills to identify issues and implement solutions quickly.

5. Time Management: Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Additional Skills:

1. Attention to Detail: Precision in following medical procedures and documenting patient care.

2. Adaptability: Flexibility to handle changing patient situations and workloads.

3. Technical Skills: Familiarity with medical technology and electronic health records (EHR).

Continuing Professional Development:

1. Lifelong Learning: Commitment to ongoing education and training to stay current with nursing practices and policies.

Employment Considerations:

1. Experience: Many positions may require previous experience in a clinical setting, such as placements during your nursing degree.

2. Specialization: Depending on the area of nursing you wish to work in (e.g., surgical, pediatric, psychiatric), additional qualifications or experience may be necessary.

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