Job Summary
We are currently in the process of expanding the nursing team based within the outpatient department at St Bartholomew's Hospital located within the City of London. We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and hardworking band 5 registered nurse to join us in this exciting and varied area of nursing.
The outpatient team moved to a brand new purpose built outpatient department designed to meet specific outpatient requirements for patients and staff. The clinics are based mainly around cardiology, specialist cardiology, oncology, respiratory, endocrine and diabetes. The clinics are operated between a team of specialist doctors, Clinical Nurse Specialists, physiotherapists, dieticians, pharmacist and clinical psychologist. Successful candidates will be professionally and clinically supported within the larger outpatient nursing team.
Main duties of the job
To work within the Outpatient Nursing Team ensuring the smooth running of the clinics at St Bartholomew's Hospital
Supervisory responsibility of the Nursing Assistants and others in the absence of the Sisters.
To work in close relationship with different medical/MDT staff on a session by session basis within the Outpatient clinic areas.
To work closely with the Receptionist and Reception Managers.
To assist in the maintenance of infection control
To undertake customer care training and implement best practice when dealing with patients, relatives and other members of staff
To demonstrate a flexible approach to team work within the department
To undertake other duties within scope of practice as requested by nurse in charge
To support clinics throughout the department within St Bartholomew's Hospital
About Us
Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain's leading healthcare providers.
The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.
Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.
We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.
Details
Date posted
03 February 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£37,259 to £45,356 a year per annum inc
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
SBH
Job locations
St Bartholomew's Hospital
London
EC1A 7BE
Job Description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.
Job Description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.
Person Specification
Essential
Qualifications
General standard of education
Registered Nurse with current NMC PIN
Desirable
Recognised teaching and assessing qualification
Essential
Experience
Experience in acute hospital environment and general nursing at least 6 months.
Desirable
Previous similar role in Outpatients
Evidence of mentoring and development of staff
Knowledge
Essential
Good communication skills (both verbal and written)
Patient assessment skills
Demonstrate knowledge of good infection control principles and how to apply them in practice
Desirable
Awareness of current professional issues
Complex wound management
Ability to support and mentor learners
Essential
Skills
Demonstrate an ability to listen and comprehend
Ability to prioritize and organize workload
Ability to plan, deliver and evaluate interventions and/or treatments Ability to develop own skills and knowledge
Physiological assessment of acutely unwell patient
Demonstrate a positive welcoming approach
Demonstrate a positive welcoming approach
Ability to be supportive and empathetic
To be able to communicate information in a timely, concise and accurate manner
Patient focused - committed to ensuring a high quality experience for patients and their relatives/carers
Desirable
Experience of surgical wound management
Ability to manage potentially difficult situations
Person Specification
Essential
Demonstrate an ability to listen and comprehend
Ability to prioritize and organize workload
Ability to plan, deliver and evaluate interventions and/or treatments Ability to develop own skills and knowledge
Physiological assessment of acutely unwell patient
Demonstrate a positive welcoming approach
Demonstrate a positive welcoming approach
Ability to be supportive and empathetic
To be able to communicate information in a timely, concise and accurate manner
Patient focused - committed to ensuring a high quality experience for patients and their relatives/carers
Desirable
Experience of surgical wound management
Ability to manage potentially difficult situations
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Barts Health NHS Trust
Address
St Bartholomew's Hospital
London
EC1A 7BE
Employer's website
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Employer details
Employer name
Barts Health NHS Trust
Address
St Bartholomew's Hospital
London
EC1A 7BE
Employer's website
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