Jobs in Brighton, east sussex, england

Job overview

We are looking for enthusiastic, motivated and committed band 5 registered nurses to join our temporary workforce.

As a bank nurse you will be able to choose a flexible working pattern to suit your work life balance in a variety of clinical settings working as part of a multidisciplinary team.

We welcome applications from those who currently hold a UK NMC registration. If you currently hold an overseas nursing qualification and require sponsorship we are not currently direct hiring Internationally Qualified Nurses.

Main duties of the job

• To liaise with other staff and departments to promote and maintain effective working relationships, ensuring high standards of care and service.
• To act as a role model at all times.
• Maintain a safe environment for all staff, patients and visitors and ensure that all equipment is safe and in working order.
• To be responsible for ensuring confidentiality and safekeeping of patient records.
• To be responsible for reporting incidents and potential risks to the sister / charge nurse.
• Attend mandatory training and participate in continuing development and appropriate education.
• Work flexibly to cover the needs of the service.

Working for our organisation

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.

As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.

We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

You'll also have access to the NHS pension scheme and health service discounts.

Please see attached Job Description for full details.

Person specification

Experience

Essential criteria

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Essential criteria

Important information for applicants

Flexible Working : If you would like to explore potential options regarding flexible working please speak with the appropriate recruiting / line manager.

DBS Checks : As part of our commitment to a safe working environment, we undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check on all new employees where the role is eligible for a criminal record check . We make offers in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.

Skilled Worker Visa : Applications for Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome for those that meet the Visa and Immigrations eligibility criteria. For further information please visit the gov.uk website searching for Skilled Worker.

Closing adverts early : Please apply as early as you're able for this role. In the event of exceptional interest we may close adverts earlier than specified.

UHSussex reserves the right to close the role early if we receive a high volume of applications