The closing date is 10 September 2026
Salary: £32,073 to £39,043 a year pro rata per annum
Job summary
Registered Nurse Clinical Decision Unit (CDU) – Band 5
The Clinical Decision unit (CDU) , is a fast paced acute assessment and short -stay unit comprising 8 inpatients beds and 15 -space Fit to sit(F2S) area.The unit works closely with the emergency department (ED) to provide rapid assessment, treatment , observation and timely discharge or admission for patients requiring short term management
We are seeking a highly motivated , experienced ,compassionate and professional band 5 Registered Nurse to join our dynamic Clinical Decision Unit (CDU).The successful candidate will deliver high quality , patient -centered care to adults with a wide range of acute medical and surgical conditions requiring rapid assessment , treatment , observation and timely discharge and admission.
Working within a fast -paced environment, the band 5 staff nurse will be responsible for assessing , planning , implementing and evaluating evidence -based nursing care while workings collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to ensure safe , effective and efficient patient flow.
The post holder will demonstrate excellent clinical judgment ,effective communication skills and the ability to prioritise care for patients with complex and changing needs.They will contribute to maintaining high standard of patient safety , clinical governance and infection prevention while promoting dignity, respect and compassionate care .
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be responsible for effectively delivering skilled nursing care to patients using a systemic approach of assessing planning, implementing and evaluating to ensure a high standard of care. The post holder will assist in the admission and discharge processes for patients in line with local procedures.
They will provide support with the effective patient admission pathways and effective discharge planning using their clinical skills to agree admissions and manage/report any impact on shifts/ workload and staffing levels.
They will proactively engage with patients, relatives and carers to seek their views, gain agreement and keep them informed about their treatment and care. They will demonstrate compassion by recognising and responding to individual needs in a warm, thoughtful, sensitive and helpful way.
Maintain registration, and nursing competencies, and comply with NMC code of Professional Conduct and related documents.
To be flexible to work within other areas or departments to meet the demands of the trust workforce model and changing service needs.
Person Specification
Skills
Essential
- Effective time management
- Ability to work under pressure
- Resource management
- Ability to work as a team player
- Ability to use own initiative & a problem solver
- Attention to detail
- Motivated & demonstrate a “can do” approach
- Ability to adapt & cope with change
- Enthusiasm for achieving results
- Demonstrates an awareness of patient dignity & respect
- Effective communication – written & verbal
Knowledge
Essential
- Computer literacy
Desirable
- Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD)
Experience
Essential
- Working in clinical areas
- Delivering patient care
Desirable
- Experience of supervising others
Qualifications
Essential
- Current 1st level registration
Desirable
- Relevant post registration courses appropriate to clinical area.
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).