Job overview
Registered Nurse Band 5
Salary: £32,073 - £39,043
Permanent Positions
Full-Time/Part-Time
Appley Ward is a 28‑bedded medical ward specialising in respiratory medicine, caring for patients with a wide range of acute and chronic respiratory conditions. We are a friendly, supportive and forward‑thinking team, committed to delivering high‑quality, compassionate care.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for motivated, enthusiastic and hardworking Registered Nurses to join our team. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about patient‑centred care, eager to develop their clinical skills, and ready to contribute to a positive and collaborative ward culture.
As part of Appley Ward, you will be supported by an experienced multidisciplinary team, benefit from strong leadership, and have access to ongoing professional development opportunities to help you grow and thrive in your nursing career.
Main duties of the job
- Provide a high-quality standard of care for patients in an environment conducive to learning for all staff.
- To ensure that relationships and own behaviour is managed in line with the Trusts competencies.
- Take charge of the ward/clinical unit in the absence of the Sister/Charge Nurse/Team Leader and deputy.
- Act as an advocate for patients at all time, to ensure the highest levels of care are delivered.
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.
Person specification
Aptitudes
Essential
- Professional/role model
- Flexible
- Good interpersonal skills
- Ability to motivate others and maintain own motivation
- Can demonstrate the key Core 6, Level 2 Support equality and value diversity Ability to adapt to change within working situation Core 6, Level 2 Support equality and value diversity A review at annual appraisal, more frequently where indicated competencies of the Equality and Diversity Policy.
- Communicate with patients and relatives demonstrating compassion and a professional approach
Knowledge
Essential
- Evidence of relevant post basic study
- Able to make judgements based on evidence based practice and translate this for use in the ward environment
- To be able to demonstrate understanding of current developments in the NHS and their implications for nursing and quality care for patients
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse with current NMC registration
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This advert is for Registered Nurse - Appley Ward with Isle of Wight NHS Trust in Newport, South East, England. It is listed as a Band 5 Nurse (adult and children) role. The advertised salary is £32,073 - £39,043 pro rata, per annum. The contract type is Permanent: UCS220 UCS221. The application deadline is 23 Jul 2026.
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