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12 month fixed term contract 23.5 hours per week An opportunity has arisen for a Staff Nurse to work within the busy Outpatients Department ... Role: Staff Nurse, Category: Health & Social Care
Staff Nurse: (Company Name - Subscribers only)
12 month fixed term contract
23.5 hours per week
An opportunity has arisen for a Staff Nurse to work within the busy Outpatients Department and Scarbrough Suite based within the Outpatients & Support Services CSU at The Rotherham (Company Name - Subscribers only) Foundation Trust.
Duties will include supporting the delivery of a quality and safe outpatient clinic service for a variety of specialities including but not exclusive to oncology, cardiology, rheumatology, respiratory, haematology, vascular, gastroenterology.
The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate a flexible approach, a strong team work ethos, an ability to work to strict clinical protocols and possess good communication and organisational skills. Previous experience working in an outpatient clinical environment would be advantageous but is not essential.
Main duties of the job
The role of a Band 5 staff nurse in OPD includes supporting both the patient journey through the OPD department and also supporting colleagues.
Maintain a high standard of clinical work when carrying out nursing procedures. Responsible for the safe custody of medication, including checking and administration.
Ensure compliance with our clinical governance framework, you will motivate colleagues, champion service user safety and dignity and drive continuous improvement.
Organise and monitor the work and performance of junior colleagues providing constructive feedback, advice and on-going support.
Monitor progress of work within the unit, recognise changing priorities, implement corrective actions within own limits and inform the relevant people.
Assume responsibility and management of the clinical environment as required with support from the Band 7 manager
Monitor and maintain health, safety and security of self and others in own work area.
Identify and assess potential risks in work activities and how to manage these risks appropriately.
Take immediate and appropriate action in relation to adverse incident reporting utilising the hospital incident reporting system.
Communicate with people in an appropriate manner to ensure level of understanding incorporates preferred ways of communicating, culture and background.
Effectively communicate complex and sensitive information.
About us
The Rotherham (Company Name - Subscribers only) Foundation Trust (TRFT) is a combined acute and community Trust serving our local population of around 270,000 people. Our vision is to always act the right way and be proud to provide exceptional healthcare to the communities of Rotherham
As a Trust we are on a journey to excellence and our people and culture are at the heart of everything we do for patients. In the latest (Company Name - Subscribers only) Staff Survey, we are the second most improved Trust in England for would you recommend the Trust as a place to work?, and were one of the most improved for staff engagement overall
But don’t just take our word for it each year hundreds of colleagues receive nominations for our Excellence and Proud awards, showcasing our brilliant people and recognising their achievements. Our people make a difference to the lives of patients every day and we are proud of the improvements we are making
All of our colleagues are key to our journey, and we are continuing to improve our services by upholding the Trusts values of Ambitious, Caring and Together. If you are passionate about making a difference, then please apply to join us on our journey to excellence
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Details
Date posted
12 November 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£31,049 to £37,796 a year Pro rata, per annum
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number
C9165-25-10-088
Job locations
The Rotherham (Company Name - Subscribers only) Foundation Trust
Moorgate Road
Rotherham
South Yorkshire
S602UD
Job description
Job responsibilities
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Job responsibilities
Please see attached the job description and person specification for the full details about the role and the responsibilities
Person Specification
Communication and relationships
Essential
- Able to present and receive complex information within a multi professional team.
- Ability to convey sensitive information in
- an empathetic manner to patients,
- relative/carers and staff.
- Demonstrate effective written and
- verbal communication skills.
- Produce timely, accurate written/electronic records and documents
- Demonstrates leadership in the management of change
NMC Registration/PIN
Essential
- Please enter NMC PIN
Qualifications
Essential
- Current level one NMC registration
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
- Mentorship qualification (or willingness to work towards)
Knowledge
Essential
- Demonstrates knowledge of policies, practices and procedures e.g.(Company Name - Subscribers only) national policies, standards, requirements and directions that relate to patient care
Person Specification
Communication and relationships
Essential
- Able to present and receive complex information within a multi professional team.
- Ability to convey sensitive information in
- an empathetic manner to patients,
- relative/carers and staff.
- Demonstrate effective written and
- verbal communication skills.
- Produce timely, accurate written/electronic records and documents
- Demonstrates leadership in the management of change
NMC Registration/PIN
Essential
- Please enter NMC PIN
Qualifications
Essential
- Current level one NMC registration
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
- Mentorship qualification (or willingness to work towards)
Knowledge
Essential
- Demonstrates knowledge of policies, practices and procedures e.g.(Company Name - Subscribers only) national policies, standards, requirements and directions that relate to patient care