Job summaryPlease note we require fully active NMC registration. We can not accept any international candidates without successful completion of OSCEs at this time.
We are looking for one highly motivated Staff Nurse who can contribute to continuing our high standards of patient's care and be part an active team that are progressing forward in developing improved methods of care.
D8 is a 18 bedded unit and an assessment unit for Same Day emergency Care seeing 12,000 patients yearly.
We are offering full time hours covering a 24 hour service. If you like the sound of what we offer and you want to work for an organisation that is friendly, committed to providing staff with learning and development opportunities please apply online. Please note that at this time it might not be possible to offer set shifts/flexible contracts.
For more information or an informal enquiry please contact Ward Manager Adam Mellor on0161 419 4252
Main duties of the job- To provide high quality effective individualised care to all patients that is compassionate and caring
- To assess care needs and develop, implement and evaluate without supervision
- To keep up to date with skills and knowledge
- To comply with NMC professional registration and keep up to date with current nursing practices
- Be proficient in the delivery of care to patients
- Ensure safe administration of drugs in accordance to NMC and local policies
- Ensure accurate records are kept in accordance to Stockport NHS Foundation Trust Policy and NMC guidelines
- Carry out nursing procedures and techniques in accordance with agreed policies and standards
- Undertake regular mandatory training
About usWe hold a unique position in the Stockport community as the provider of healthcare and we are one of its largest employers.
We believe that the best organisations are those that reflect the communities they serve. We are therefore seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce to make it truly representative of our local population.
We actively encourage applications irrespective of race, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage & civil partnership, or pregnancy or maternity. Recognising those communities that are underrepresented within our workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from you.
If you require support with your application please contact a member of the recruitment team, who can discuss alternative application methods.
We recognise that flexible working is important. We take requests for flexible working seriously, consider any request we receive and try to work with you, so we can explore if your request may fit with the needs of the service.
Benefits we offer to you:
- Between 27-33 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
- NHS pension scheme membership
- Salary sacrifice schemes for lease cars, home electronics and more, to make your salary go further
- NHS Staff discounts
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary finance - for loans, savings, budget planning and tips on managing debt
- Stockport Credit Union- for local financial advice
Job responsibilitiesMain Duties and Responsibilities 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.
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and promote safeguarding by implementing the Trusts policies and procedures, acting promptly on concerns, communicating effectively and sharing information appropriately.
If successful this vacancy will require an enhanced DBS check at a cost of £54.90. This cost will be deducted from your first Trust salaryIn addition to this it will be a condition of your employment that you will join the DBS update service and pay the annual subscription fee of £16.
Person SpecificationKnowledgeEssential- Evidence of CPD, Revalidation, Computer literacy
Skills and AbilitiesEssential- Effective time management, ability to work under pressure, Resource management, ability to work effectively in a team, ability to use own initiative, problem solving, motivation, ability to adapt and cope with change
Education and QualificationsEssential- Current 1st level Registration
Desirable- relevant post registration courses relevant to current post area
ExperienceEssential- Experience of supervising others, experience of working in clinical area and experience in delivering patient care
essentialEssential- relevant years of experience and on nmc register
Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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 SponsorshipApplications 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 RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer detailsEmployer name Stockport NHS Foundation Trust
Address WARD D8 stepping hill hospital, Poplar Grove, Stockport, SK2 7JE, United Kingdom
Employer's website http://www.stockport.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact detailsFor questions about the job, contact: Ward Manager Adam Mellor, Adam.mellor@stockport.nhs.uk, 01614194252
DetailsDate posted 09 September 2026
Pay scheme Agenda for change
Band Band 5
Salary £32,073 to £39,043 a year pro rata per annum
Contract Permanent
Working pattern Full-time, Part-time
Reference number 362-NAM5D8-09-26
Job locations WARD D8 stepping hill hospital, Poplar Grove, Stockport, SK2 7JE, United Kingdom
Supporting documentsPrivacy notice Stockport NHS Foundation Trust's privacy notice (opens in a new tab)
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.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).Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). 
