Job requirements
Essential
17 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Abilities
Ability to develop effective working relationships on an individual and multi-disciplinary basis with all levels of staff.
- Abilities
Ability to effectively organise workload.
- Abilities
ability to practice independently; ability to take responsibility and show evidence of leadership skills.
- Abilities
Ability to adapt and respond to changing circumstances.
- Abilities
Able to work autonomously and lead others, demonstrating awareness of own limitations and seeks out appropriate advice and support.
- Aptitudes
Professional / role model
- Aptitudes
Flexible.
- Aptitudes
Good interpersonal skills.
- Aptitudes
Ability to work under pressure.
- Aptitudes
Can demonstrate the key competencies of the Employees Qualities Framework.
- Aptitudes
Communicate with patients and relatives demonstrating compassion and a professional approach.
- Knowledge
Evidence of relevant post basic study.
- Knowledge
Able to make judgements based on evidence based practice and translate this for use in the ward environment
- Knowledge
To be able to demonstrate understanding of current developments in the NHS and their implications for nursing and quality care for patients
- Qualifications
Registered Nurse with live NMC Pin.
- Physical Skills
Physically capable of performing the role and responsibilities expected of the post holder e.g. manual handling of patients.
- Communication Skills
Core 1, Level 3. Develop and maintain communication with people about difficult matters and/or in difficult situations.
Desirable
2 listedAdditional qualities the employer would prefer.
- Qualifications
Completion of work based learning nursing modules
- Qualifications
Completion of required the Trusts mandatory training updates.
Job overview
Registered Nurse
Band 5: £32,073 - £39,043 pro rata, per annum
Permanent Positions
We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated Registered Nurses to join our AAU department at Isle of Wight NHS Trust.
This is an exciting opportunity for Band 5 nurses to develop their skills within a fast-paced and rewarding environment, delivering high-quality, patient-centred care.
You will be responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care, working independently while supported by experienced clinicians and a strong multidisciplinary team.
Main duties of the job
- Assess patient care needs and develop, implement and evaluate programmes of care without direct supervision
- Deliver care in accordance with the NMC Code of Conduct and Trust policies
- Maintain accurate and contemporaneous patient records
- Demonstrate professional behaviour at all times
- Communicate effectively and courteously with patients, relatives, and colleagues
- Maintain patient comfort, dignity, and privacy
- Identify and escalate concerns where quality of care or safety may be compromised
- Work collaboratively with the multi-disciplinary team to ensure holistic care
- Support and supervise healthcare support workers and student nurses
- Contribute to maintaining a positive and inclusive environment promoting equality and diversity
- Engage in continuous professional development opportunities
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting.
For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the 'Job Description and Main Responsibilities' section below. To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached.
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.
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This advert is for Registered Nurse - AAU with Isle of Wight NHS Trust in Newport, England. It is listed as a Band 5 Registered nurse role. The advertised salary is £32,073 - £39,043 pro rata, per annum. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 02 Nov 2026.
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