Registered Nurse Discharge Lounge

Closing date: 13 May 2026

We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated, dynamic nurse to provide high‑quality person‑centred care. You will serve as a role model and work collaboratively with senior team members, including the ward manager, matron and lead nurse.

As a registered nurse within the discharge lounge, you will be responsible to the Nurse Coordinator / Senior Sister for the assessment, planning, and delivery of care for designated patients, as part of a multidisciplinary professional team.

• Assess patients and monitor vital signs, symptoms, and overall condition.
• Administer medications and treatments, including IVs, injections, and wound care.
• Develop and update care plans based on patient needs and doctor orders.
• Collaborate with allied health and medical professionals, nursing workforce and administration teams.
• Operate medical equipment and respond to emergencies when needed.
• Educate patients and families, explaining conditions, medications and home care.
• Maintain accurate medical records and reports.
• Advocate for patients, ensuring their safety, comfort and appropriate care.
• Record nursing care, evaluate outcomes, modify documentation, and contribute to audit/quality improvement work.
• Carry out holistic needs‑led assessments and act as the care manager for identified service users.
• Respond to service demands and adjust planned activities as necessary.

37.5 hours per week (3 long days a week plus one 4‑day week over a month) – a 34‑hour week may be considered. This is a Mon‑Sunday service.

• Registered with the NMC (Level
  1).
• Diploma/degree in Nursing or an equivalent pathway.

• Evidence of meeting PREP requirements.
• Ability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care.
• Knowledge of clinical governance.
• Awareness of the NHS plan and current initiatives.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check.

£32,073 to £39,043 per annum, pro rata.