At a Glance
- Tasks: Support nurses in providing care and assistance to patients in the Emergency Department.
- Company: Join the NHS at Royal Lancaster Infirmary, committed to diversity and inclusion.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working options, and comprehensive training provided.
- Other info: Full-time or part-time shifts available, with opportunities for career growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in patients' lives while gaining valuable healthcare experience.
- Qualifications: Willingness to learn and basic literacy and numeracy skills required.
The predicted salary is between 25760 - 27476 £ per year.
Location: Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), Lancaster.
Contract: Permanent. Shift work – days, nights and weekends. Hours: Full time or part time.
Salary: £25,760 – £27,476 per annum pro rata.
Closing date: 15/07/2026.
EEO and Diversity
University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay has a firm commitment to strengthening the diversity of our workforce, and we welcome and encourage applications from people who can support our ambition to become inclusively diverse. We are particularly keen to hear from protected groups – including BAME, LGBT+ and people with a disability.
Job Overview
We are looking for enthusiastic, caring and motivated individuals for the Emergency Department Team at Royal Lancaster Infirmary, ideally with acute care experience but this is not essential as training and support will be provided.
Responsibilities
- Work in support of and under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN) and Advanced Nurse Practitioners (ANPs) to provide nursing care and assistance to patients as specified by the RN.
- Provide basic patient care and document that care in the patient records.
- Take clinical observations.
- Provide minor injury treatments and plaster casts.
- Assist with streaming and rapid assessment at the front door to support a better patient experience and journey.
Qualifications and Experience
- Willingness to undertake NVQ level 2 in a care related area.
- Basic literacy and numeracy skills.
- Manual handling of patients using lifting aids.
Additional Information
- All positions are part of the NHS Agenda for Change Band 3 salary scale.
- Potential for flexible working where possible.
- Subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checking if applicable.
- Probationary period of 6 months for new hires under the Agenda for Change contract.
