Job Title: Band 5 Trained Nurse
We are seeking a motivated, enthusiastic, and clinically capable Band 5 Trained Nurse to join our nursing team at Harold White Ward, St Austell Community Hospital. This role involves delivering high standards of patient and rehabilitative care to predominantly elderly patients.
The ideal candidate will possess strong organisational, communication, and clinical skills, and be able to act as a positive role model. The nurse will undertake a range of Early, Late, and Night shifts on a rotational basis to support 24-hour nursing care, 7 days a week. Flexibility to support other hospitals in the locality is also required.
This is a fixed-term position for 1 year to cover maternity leave. Responsibilities include assessing care needs, developing and implementing care programmes, leading the nursing team without direct supervision, and mentoring pre and post registration students and Healthcare Assistants.
About St Austell Community Hospital
* Services focusing on assessment, rehabilitation, and palliative care
* Facilities include inpatient wards, Minor Injury Unit, outpatient department, physiotherapy and occupational therapy, X-ray, community nurse base, and podiatry
About the Trust
We are an NHS community and mental health provider based in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly, delivering community and hospital-based care to improve physical and mental health, including support for dementia and learning disabilities. We are committed to being a great place to work and provide excellent care.
Additional Information
For detailed responsibilities and person specifications, please see the supporting documents. The application deadline is Friday, 16 May 2025.
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