Staff Nurse post in Ward 5 at North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust, covering maternity leave on a nine-month fixed-term contract. The nurse assesses, plans, delivers and reviews care for patients with acute and chronic conditions, supports families through diagnosis and treatment, and coordinates safe transfers. This 28-bed medical ward role is 24 hours a week and involves working with departments at WCH and CIC. Applicants need adult nurse registration with the NMC, or be working towards it, and a DBS check; visa sponsorship depends on current UKVI eligibility rules.
What the job involves
- Assess, plan, deliver and evaluate nursing care, providing prescribed care without supervision
- Support patients and their families during diagnosis and treatment
- Contribute to the development and evaluation of nursing practice in the unit
- Liaise with departments at WCH and CIC to ensure safe patient transfers
- Support the Trust's sustainability expectations
What’s required
Registration & licences
- Adult nurse with active NMC registration or working towards registration
Experience
- Student nurse or general nursing experience in the NHS or equivalent
Skills & knowledge
- Work as part of a team without close supervision
- Demonstrate compassionate values and behaviours that support dignified care
- Teaching skills
- Adapt to changing workloads and meet deadlines
- Act as a mentor to students and healthcare assistants
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
Checks & eligibility
- DBS check; applicable salary deduction is £26.50 for a standard check or £47.50 for an enhanced check
Other
- Flexible approach to working patterns
- Willingness to develop through expansion of the role
- Motivation
- Enthusiasm
- Commitment to professional development
- Maintain a professional image and attitude
Nice to have
- ILS or equivalent
- Relevant post-registration development or equivalent
- Coronary Care experience and an interest in Cardiology
- Experience teaching or supporting students
- NIV experience
- IT skills
- Clinical skills
- Interest in staff development
What’s offered
- 27 days' annual leave, rising to 33 days after 10 years
- Flexible working scheme
- NHS discounts
- Salary sacrifice schemes, including lease cars and Cycle to Work, subject to eligibility
- Development opportunities and a 12-month preceptorship for eligible newly registered staff
- NHS Pension scheme
- Vivup confidential counselling and information service
- Relocation assistance may be available for eligible vacancies
Staff Nurse Band 5 Ward 5, Fixed Term - 9 months in Whitehaven employer: Bidvane
The Medical Centre is an exceptional employer for General Practitioners, offering a supportive work environment across two sites with a strong focus on patient-centred care. With flexible session options and a commitment to professional development, employees benefit from a collaborative team culture that values continuous learning and quality improvement. Located in a vibrant community, the practice provides unique opportunities to engage with diverse patient needs while enjoying the advantages of NHS pension and comprehensive employment benefits.
