Job summary
- Main area
- Outpatients
- Grade
- NHS AfC: Band 5
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time
- Part time
- Job ref
- 209-A-26-8391749
- Employer
- East Cheshire NHS Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Macclesfield District
- Town
- Victoria Road, Macclesfield
- Salary
- £32,073 - £39,043 per annum, pro rata
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 24/11/2026 23:59
Employer heading
Staff Nurse Outpatients
NHS AfC: Band 5
It is all about the people at East Cheshire NHS Trust. We have a real sense of community, and our values are truly embedded into everything we do, ensuring we are a great and inclusive place to work. You will be supported, developed and empowered throughout your career with us. Come and join us, where you can play your part in helping us deliver outstanding care and improving the health of all the people we serve.
Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a compassionate and motivated Registered Nurse to join our busy Outpatients Department.
As a Staff Nurse, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality, patient-centred care across a range of specialties, supporting patients throughout their outpatient journey. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will be responsible for assessing, planning, delivering and evaluating care, while ensuring an excellent patient experience and the smooth running of clinics.
You will contribute to service improvement, support the development of junior colleagues and students, and help maintain a safe, effective and welcoming environment. This is an excellent opportunity for a nurse who is passionate about delivering outstanding care and developing their skills within a dynamic outpatient setting.
Non-UK or Irish applicants: you are responsible for checking your visa and this role’s eligibility for sponsorship before applying. For further information please visit Visas and immigration - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
For Graduate visa holders; it is important to note that you must have a minimum of 12 months before this expires at the start of your employment for training and operational reasons.
Please be advised we are unable to provide Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship to non-UK residents.
Main duties of the job
As a Staff Nurse within the Outpatients Department, you will be responsible for assessing, planning, delivering and evaluating individualised nursing care to meet the needs of patients attending outpatient services.
You will support the smooth and efficient running of clinics, undertaking clinical procedures and investigations within your scope of practice while ensuring care is delivered in line with Trust policies, professional standards and best practice.
Working closely with consultants, nursing colleagues and the wider multidisciplinary team, you will contribute to positive patient outcomes and an excellent patient experience.
You will provide advice, support and health education to patients and their carers, maintain accurate and timely clinical records, and promote a safe, clean and welcoming environment.
The role also includes supporting and developing junior staff and learners, acting as a positive role model, participating in quality improvement and service development initiatives, and maintaining compliance with clinical governance, safeguarding, infection prevention and health and safety requirements.
In the absence of senior staff, you will assist in coordinating the department to ensure the continued delivery of safe and effective care.
Working for our organisation
We are committed to providing the best quality integrated care to our patients. To achieve this aim we need highly motivated staff who are united by common values and behaviours.
We believe our workforce is our greatest asset and we actively support our staff to develop their capabilities to the full, with a variety of learning and development opportunities.
Whether you are just starting out in your career or are looking to use your skills and experience in a new role, East Cheshire NHS Trust is the right employer for you. We look forward to you joining us so that we can bring out your best.
Please be aware that this post requires an Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check with barred lists, the cost of which is payable by the successful candidate. If you have lived or worked abroad for 6 months or more in the last 5 years you will need to obtain an overseas police clearance. Further information can be found on the additional information links at the bottom of the advert.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.
Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.
As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage Careers :: East Cheshire NHS Trust for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).
We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application. While this is not discouraged, it is essential to personalise this information, particularly your supporting information section as these tools cannot fully grasp the context or requirements of the job you’re applying for. We kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role. Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process and being a member of East Cheshire NHS Trust.
Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.
We look forward to receiving your application.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- Registered Nurse (Nursing and Midwifery Council NMC)
- Understanding of NMC Code, safeguarding and consent; working knowledge of NHS values and standards
Desirable criteria
- Post-registration course relevant to clinical area
Knowledge and Skills
Essential criteria
- Able to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care; effective documentation skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication; ability to build therapeutic relationships
- Ability to work within a team and take delegated responsibility, understanding of professional boundaries
- Able to prioritise and manage time effectively in a busy clinical setting
- Confident in using electronic patient records and digital systems
- Compassionate, reliable, committed to person centred care; demonstrates resilience and emotional maturity
Desirable criteria
- Proficient in clinical procedures relevant to the area (e.g., IV administration, catheterisation)
- Experience liaising with families and multi agency professionals
- Knowledge of local and national healthcare initiatives
- Evidence of continuous professional development
Experience
Essential criteria
- Evidence of continuous professional development
Desirable criteria
- Previous experience mentoring students or supervising junior staff
- Experience of taking charge or leading a shift
- Experience contributing to service improvement or change
- Experience using audit or reporting tools
Further Information
Essential criteria
- Please provide any additional relevant information to support your application. Please note that this is a non-scoring question
Other Role Requirements
Essential criteria
- Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for further details. Please note that this is a non-scoring question
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Gill Goodwin
- Job title
- Senior Sister
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01625 663804
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