Job summary THEATRES, CRITICAL CARE, ANAESTHETICS, PRE-OP & PAIN DIRECTORATE CRITICAL CARE - BAND 5 STAFF NURSE - 12 MONTH FIXED TERM CONTRACT We are innovative, forward thinking and provide excellent standards of care, while utilising some of the latest advances in Critical Care Medicine. Whether a newly qualified or an experienced Band 5 nurse looking for a new challenge, our commitment to you is that we will support, nurture and develop you into a competent critical care nurse. Your personal and professional development is important to us and will be facilitated through a structured development programme, allowing you the opportunity to experience all critical care areas. If you are a dynamic, enthusiastic nurse with the ability to work well within a highly motivated team, and can deliver high quality nursing care we would love to hear from you. Main duties of the job You will provide high standards of clinical nursing to critically ill patients, to include assessment of needs, develop programmes of care, implementation and evaluation of care. When assessed as competent undertake supervision of a clinical area. The post holder must present a positive, professional image of the organisation and the nursing profession. About us At the Dudley Group our patients and staff are at the heart of all that we do and that is to provide a world class service that aligns with our vision of "excellent health care, improved health for all". We are seeking to recruit staff who share our vision and values of making Dudley Group an incredible workplace. As part of the NHS People Promise, your wellbeing is our priority, and we are committed to ensuring our employees achieve a healthy work-life balance supported by our flexible working options and by making reasonable adjustments where possible. We believe no-one should have to sacrifice family, friends, or their personal interests for work. We are a modern employer able to attract and retain high quality staff through our commitment to the NHS People Promise. As an employer, we foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to contribute their best. We want to ensure that our workforce is representative of the population we serve. More information - inclusive practice people promise. Dudley Group offer many opportunities for our staff to develop and grow within their roles through our Learning & OD Team. These include topics such as communication, wellbeing, team development, cultural competency, and values. Please click below to view our EDI page: Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion - The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust (dgft.nhs.uk) Details Date posted 21 May 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £29,970 to £36,483 a year Pro Rata Per Annum Contract Fixed term Duration 12 months Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number 253-0425-7125521-A Job locations Russell's Hall Hospital Pensnett Road Dudley DY1 2HQ Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the attached job description for full details of the main duties and responsibilities that the post holder is required to undertake Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the attached job description for full details of the main duties and responsibilities that the post holder is required to undertake Person Specification Qualifications & Education Essential First level Registered Nurse with NMC Good standard of general education Desirable Basic resuscitation/ILS/IV therapy Evidence of professional development Knoiwledge & Training Desirable Experience of working in an acute hospital setting Experience Essential Ability to assess, plan, implement & evaluate care Communication & Relationship Skills Essential Proficient Interpersonal skills - to include written, verbal & IT Effective communication with the MDT Analytical & Judgement Skills Essential Ability to provide holistic care Ability to problem solve Organisational skills Essential Good organisational skills Ability to keep full accurate records Ability to prioritise workload Physical skills Essential Physically capable to perform role with minor adjustments Ability to work flexibly across critical care Ability to cope with unpredictable work patterns and changing circumstances Person Specification Qualifications & Education Essential First level Registered Nurse with NMC Good standard of general education Desirable Basic resuscitation/ILS/IV therapy Evidence of professional development Knoiwledge & Training Desirable Experience of working in an acute hospital setting Experience Essential Ability to assess, plan, implement & evaluate care Communication & Relationship Skills Essential Proficient Interpersonal skills - to include written, verbal & IT Effective communication with the MDT Analytical & Judgement Skills Essential Ability to provide holistic care Ability to problem solve Organisational skills Essential Good organisational skills Ability to keep full accurate records Ability to prioritise workload Physical skills Essential Physically capable to perform role with minor adjustments Ability to work flexibly across critical care Ability to cope with unpredictable work patterns and changing circumstances 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). Additional information 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). Employer details Employer name The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust Address Russell's Hall Hospital Pensnett Road Dudley DY1 2HQ Employer's website https://www.dgft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab) Employer details Employer name The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust Address Russell's Hall Hospital Pensnett Road Dudley DY1 2HQ Employer's website https://www.dgft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab). Location : Russell's Hall Hospital, Pensnett Road, DY1 2HQ Dudley, United Kingdom