Job Summary
We are looking for highly motivated and enthusiastic individuals to provide a high quality of care to patients in our busy theatre department.
Join us and make a real impact on the future of nursing within theTrust .
We run a 24 hour service and you would be required to partake in all shifts which includes day shifts, night shifts, on call, evening and weekend work.
Main duties of the job
* Work as an effective team member.
* Have the ability to work flexibly.
* Assist the registered ODPs and nurses in delivering high quality patient focused care.
* Be motivated and dedicated to improving clinical practice.
* Be committed to personal and staff development.
* Previous care experience desirable.
What can we offer you?
* A friendly work environment which makes University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust a great place to work.
* Access to the NHS Pension Scheme.
* Comprehensive induction and orientation programme.
About Us
We operate from three main hospitals – Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal – as well as a number of community healthcare premises including Millom Hospital and GP Practice, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, and Ulverston Community Health Centre.
FGH and the RLI have a range of General Hospital services, with full Emergency Departments, Critical/Coronary Care units and various Consultant-led services.
WGH provides a range of General Hospital services, together with an Urgent Treatment Centre, that can help with a range of non‑life threatening conditions such as broken bones and minor illnesses.
All three main hospitals provide a range of planned care including outpatients, diagnostics, therapies, daycase and inpatient surgery. In addition, a range of local outreach services and diagnostics are provided from community facilities across Morecambe Bay.
Details
* Date posted: 04 February 2026
* Pay scheme: Agenda for change
* Band: Band 3
* Salary: £24,625 to £25,674 a year per annum pro rata
* Contract: Permanent
* Working pattern: Full-time
* Reference number: 331-7705348-UHMB
* Job locations: Royal Lancaster Infirmary, Ashton Rd, Lancaster, LA1 4RP
Job responsibilities
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay visiting our website https://www.uhmb.nhs.uk/
Person Specification
Essential
Experience
* Previous experience of working with general public
Desirable
* Manual handling of patients using lift aids
* Previous experience in care environment
* Previous theatre experience
Essential
Skills, ability and knowledge
* Ability to communicate clearly and effectively
* Ability to follow clear instruction
Desirable
* Aware of the NHS structure and current issues
* Previous experience of working in a team
* Previous experience of working without supervision
Personal Qualities
Essential
* Demonstrates innovation, positivity and good behaviours in the application
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.
Employer details
* Employer name: University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Trust
* Address: Royal Lancaster Infirmary, Ashton Rd, Lancaster, LA1 4RP
* Employer's website: https://www.uhmb.nhs.uk
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