# Staff Nurse in Discharge Lounge - Band 5 > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for East Cheshire NHS Trust. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/staff-nurse-in-discharge-lounge-band-5/5f7ecffe-657f-4d6d-a918-d39b89dcfa00 - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/staff-nurse-in-discharge-lounge-band-5/5f7ecffe-657f-4d6d-a918-d39b89dcfa00.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **Employer:** East Cheshire NHS Trust - **Town:** Macclesfield - **Region:** North West - **Country:** England - **Profession:** Nurse (adult and children) - **Grade:** Band 5 - **Salary:** £32,073 - £39,043 per annum, pro rata - **Contract type:** Permanent - **Employment type:** Full time, Part time, 37.5 hours per week (Shift times are - 07:30-15:30, 11:30-19:30 weekdays and 10:00-18:00 at weekends.) - **Closing date:** 2026-06-22T23:59:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-06-08T13:12:29.636Z - **Source information URL:** https://www.healthjobsuk.com/job/UK/Cheshire/Victoria_Road_Macclesfield/East_Cheshire_NHS_Trust/Urgent_Care/Urgent_Care-v8029530 - **Application URL:** https://apps.trac.jobs/job-advert/8029530?ShowJobAdvert=&feedid=9002 - **Employer website:** https://www.eastcheshire.nhs.uk ## Job Content ### Job overview An exciting opportunity has arisen for a role in the Discharge Lounge at Macclesfield District General Hospital. We are inviting applications for Band 5 Nurses who are experienced in supporting patients discharge and supporting with transition from Ward to home The Discharge Lounge is a busy, thriving department but rewarding where you will be surrounded by friendly and supportive colleagues in an environment that encourages new ideas, innovation and personal development. We expect exemplary communication skills both verbal and written. Above all else quality patient care needs to be your priority at all times. Hours per week: 37.5 (part time also available) We welcome applications from Graduate visa holders; it is important to note that you must have a minimum of 6 months before this expires at the start of your employment for training and operational reasons. Non-UK or Irish applicants should check their visa and this role’s eligibility for sponsorship before applying. For further information please visit Visas and immigration - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) Please be advised we are unable to provide Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship to non-UK residents. ### Main duties of the job The role of a Staff Nurse is to support in the assessment, planning, delivery and evaluation of high quality nursing care. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, the staff nurse will ensure patients receive the highest level of care, delivered using a holistic, patient-focused approach, while ensuring high standards of documentation are maintained. ### Detailed job description and main responsibilities Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information. Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role. As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage Careers :: East Cheshire NHS Trust for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification). We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application. While this is not discouraged, it is essential to personalise this information, particularly your supporting information section as these tools cannot fully grasp the context or requirements of the job you’re applying for. We kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role. Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process and being a member of East Cheshire NHS Trust. Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications. We look forward to receiving your application. ## Job Details An exciting opportunity has arisen for a role in the Discharge Lounge at Macclesfield District General Hospital. We are inviting applications for Band 5 Nurses who are experienced in supporting patients discharge and supporting with transition from Ward to home The Discharge Lounge is a busy, thriving department but rewarding where you will be surrounded by friendly and supportive colleagues in an environment that encourages new ideas, innovation and personal development. We expect exemplary communication skills both verbal and written. Above all else quality patient care needs to be your priority at all times. Hours per week: 37.5 (part time also available) We welcome applications from Graduate visa holders; it is important to note that you must have a minimum of 6 months before this expires at the start of your employment for training and operational reasons. Non-UK or Irish applicants should check their visa and this role’s eligibility for sponsorship before applying. For further information please visit Visas and immigration - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) Please be advised we are unable to provide Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship to non-UK residents. ## Job Description The role of a Staff Nurse is to support in the assessment, planning, delivery and evaluation of high quality nursing care. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, the staff nurse will ensure patients receive the highest level of care, delivered using a holistic, patient-focused approach, while ensuring high standards of documentation are maintained. ## Responsibilities Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information. Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role. As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage Careers :: East Cheshire NHS Trust for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification). We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application. While this is not discouraged, it is essential to personalise this information, particularly your supporting information section as these tools cannot fully grasp the context or requirements of the job you’re applying for. We kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role. Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process and being a member of East Cheshire NHS Trust. Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications. We look forward to receiving your application. ## Person Specification ### Experience **Essential** - Evidence of recent acute or relevant clinical experience (including student placements) **Desirable** - Previous experience mentoring students or supervising junior staff - Experience of taking charge or leading a shift - Experience contributing to service improvement or change - Experience using audit or reporting tools ### Qualifications **Essential** - Registered Nurse (Nursing and Midwifery Council NMC) - Understanding of NMC Code, safeguarding and consent; working knowledge of NHS values and standards **Desirable** - Post-registration course relevant to clinical area ### Knowledge & Skills **Essential** - Able to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care; effective documentation skills - Excellent verbal and written communication; ability to build therapeutic relationships - Ability to work within a team and take delegated responsibility, understanding of professional boundaries - Able to prioritise and manage time effectively in a busy clinical setting - Confident in using electronic patient records and digital systems - Compassionate, reliable, committed to person-centred care; demonstrates resilience and emotional maturity **Desirable** - Proficient in clinical procedures relevant to the area (e.g., IV administration, catheterisation) - Experience liaising with families and multi-agency professionals - Knowledge of local and national healthcare initiatives - Evidence of continuous professional development ### Other Role Requirements **Essential** - Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for further details ## Documents - [preceptorship poster (pdf, 86.1kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10316874) - [staff benefits brochure (pdf, 878.5kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10316873) - [east cheshire nhs trust applicant pack (pdf, 876.4kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10316872) - [job description and person specification (pdf, 152.9kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10337612) ## Agent Notes - This Markdown page is generated from the same Job Clerk job record as the HTML job detail page. - Use the canonical HTML URL for user-facing references. - Use the application URL when the user wants to apply on the source NHS site.