Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
Treatment Room Nurse
The closing date is 22 November 2026
Job summary
The post holder will be an autonomous clinician who will deliver nursing care in the Treatment Rooms service.

The post holder will provide a high standard of care, utilising clinical skills in the assessment, planning and implementation of pro-active care to a community population with nursing needs attending the Trafford Treatment Rooms service.

The post holder will work in close collaboration with other professionals/stakeholders within the Trafford and/or Manchester footprint.
Main duties of the job

• Participate in providing a high quality nursing service, utilising clinical knowledge and skills to effectively manage patients with a nursing need who attend the Treatment Rooms service.
• Undertake holistic assessment of patients and develop, implement and evaluate appropriate programmes of care for patients.
• Participate in the co-ordination of multi-disciplinary input to patients.
• Providing professional leadership through being a role model, mentor and practice educator to junior members of the team and students in response to patient/client need and service demand.
• Participate in providing cost-effective, co-ordinated and comprehensive clinical care based on the best current knowledge of treatment outcomes, with attention to safety, cost, invasiveness, simplicity, acceptability, adherence and efficacy.
• Ensure that the nursing care of patients is based on valid evidence and conducted in accordance with relevant guidelines, formularies and/or protocols.
• Liaise with members of the multi-disciplinary team to ensure appropriate plans of care are implemented for patients.
• Demonstrate safe clinical decision making.
• Continue to develop the role of Treatment Rooms staff nurse in accordance with changing client needs and in accordance with the Scope of Professional Practice (NMC).
• Demonstrate a contribution to local implementation of Clinical Governance.
• Travel to different clinic bases as required to meet the needs of the service.

About us
Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement. Whether you're beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients.

You'll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives.

At MFT, you'll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions.

Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We'll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.

Details
Date posted: 13 November 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 5
Salary: £32,073 to £39,043 a year
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 349-LCOD-8390246-RL3
Job locations: Trafford Local Care Organisation, Clinic Bases over the Trafford Footprint, Trafford, M33 4PS, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities
Diversity Matters: MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post.

Person Specification
Qualifications (Essential)

• NMC registered nurse
• Knowledge, training and experience relevant to the role

Qualifications (Desirable)

• Leg Ulcer Management training
• Recognised teaching/mentor or willingness to work towards qualification
• Some community experience

Experience (Essential)

• Experience of working autonomously
• Experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary team

Experience (Desirable)

• Experience of working within other relevant areas of healthcare
• Evidence of participation in research/audit

Skills/Knowledge (Essential)

• High levels of judgement, discretion and decision making in clinical practice, care and programme management
• Excellent communication skills (written & verbal)
• Knowledge of community health and social care services
• Evidence of analytical and judgement skills
• Evidence of effective time management
• Change manager
• Educator, mentor, facilitator, role model
• IT skills

Skills/Knowledge (Desirable)

• Presentation skills

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 to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see the NHS Careers website.

Employer details
Employer name: Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
Address: Trafford Local Care Organisation, Clinic Bases over the Trafford Footprint, Trafford, M33 4PS, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://mft.nhs.uk/careers/

Employer contact details
Treatment room team leader: Jane Griffiths, jane.griffiths1@mft.nhs.uk, 07977741978

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