Staff Nurse - Acute Medical Unit / Integrated Assessment Unit
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Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust Staff Nurse - Acute Medical Unit / Integrated Assessment Unit
The closing date is 23 September 2026
Job summary
Staff Nurse - Acute Medical UnitBand 5Part time- 32 hours per weekThe post holder will assess plan and evaluate patient care, supporting in the provision of clinical expertise, while acting as a role model. They will assist in the effective management of the clinical area, acting in a manner consistent with the NMC Code of Professional Conduct, carrying out his/her duties in accordance with Trust policies and procedures.
The post holder will lead, support, supervise and teach staff where appropriate.
Main duties of the job
To assess plan and evaluate patient care, supporting in the provision of clinical expertise, while acting as a role model.
To assist in the effective management of the clinical area.
The post holder must be able to demonstrate a high level of clinical decision making skills.
Excellent communication skills are required to ensure that patients, relatives and the multi-disciplinary team are able to understand the often complex needs of the patients.
About us
Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust serves a community of 250,000 people across Tameside & Glossop. We provide a range of services both within the hospital and across our community for both adults and children.Our vision is to improve health outcomes for our population and influence wider determinants of health through collaboration with our health & care partners.
We have a clear set of values & behaviours which we expect all of our staff to demonstrate:
- Compassion
- Accountability
- Respect
- Excellence
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 Black, Asian & minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+& Disabled people.
Benefits include; flexible working, 27-33 days annual leave plus bank holidays, sick pay, NHS Pension Scheme, free eye tests and health checks, gym discount, free bicycle loan scheme, salary sacrifice car scheme, support with stress, bereavement, relationships, finance, and much more.
Details
Date posted
16 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
Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number
245-NAM5AMU-09-26
Job locations
Tameside Hospital
Fountain Street
Ashton-Under-Lyne
OL6 9RW
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
The job description gives an overview of the main tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification focuses on the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. These documents are attached and can be downloaded.
The person specification detailed below is not the full person specification but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The job description gives an overview of the main tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification focuses on the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. These documents are attached and can be downloaded.
The person specification detailed below is not the full person specification but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Knowledge of: o PREPP o Scope of Practice o Risk Management o Record Keeping o Health and Safety o Infection Control o Clinical Governance
Desirable
- Previous experience of working in a hospital setting
- Previous experience of working in a multidisciplinary team
- Experience of working in a fast paced environment
- Previous experience within Urgent and Emergency Care
Qualifications
Essential
- RGN with current NMC registration
Desirable
- Mentorship
- ILS
Skills
Essential
- Clinical skills such as Venepuncture, Cannulation, ECG
- Ability to work well under pressure
- Ability to work well as a team as well as autonomously
- Good written and verbal communication skills
Experience
Essential
- Knowledge of: o PREPP o Scope of Practice o Risk Management o Record Keeping o Health and Safety o Infection Control o Clinical Governance
Desirable
- Previous experience of working in a hospital setting
- Previous experience of working in a multidisciplinary team
- Experience of working in a fast paced environment
- Previous experience within Urgent and Emergency Care
Qualifications
Essential
- RGN with current NMC registration
Desirable
- Mentorship
- ILS
Skills
Essential
- Clinical skills such as Venepuncture, Cannulation, ECG
- Ability to work well under pressure
- Ability to work well as a team as well as autonomously
- Good written and verbal communication 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 (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
Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Tameside Hospital
Fountain Street
Ashton-Under-Lyne
OL6 9RW
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.tamesidehospital.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Tameside Hospital
Fountain Street
Ashton-Under-Lyne
OL6 9RW
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.tamesidehospital.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Ward Manager
Michelle Milligan-Pawsey
01619226830
Details
Date posted
16 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
Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number
245-NAM5AMU-09-26
Job locations
Tameside Hospital
Fountain Street
Ashton-Under-Lyne
OL6 9RW
United Kingdom
Supporting documents
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