Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for Band 5 nurses to join our ward-based team at Ormskirk District General Hospital.
This ward will now include the post operative care of Orthopaedic, Elective and Emergency Surgical patients transferred from Southport District General Hospital, as part of their recovery pathway.
The successful applicants will have the opportunity to develop their knowledge and clinical skills within the clinical setting with support of our dedicated nursing team in Planned Care at Ormskirk.
Whether you are an experienced nurse who is looking for a new challenge or a newly qualified nurse at the beginning of your career pathway we have the role for you.
This opportunity, on the Ormskirk site will enhance your professional development through evidence-based practice alongside offering a programme of support in your induction and ongoing training.
There is also opportunity to work on our elective orthopaedic ward.
Main duties of the job
You will find working within our Planned Care Teams at Ormskirk extremely rewarding as we are dedicated to providing the best possible care and experience to all our patients.
You will be joining our Trust at an exciting time as we grow and improve our services on our elective site. If you know you are ready to make a positive difference and contribution to its future this job is for you.
You will be required to:
- Care for our patients and support their ongoing management and safe discharge
- Work closely with dedicated therapy staff
- Continue professionally developing and providing evidence based practice
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please ensure you have read through the attached Job Description and Person Specification before submitting your application.
Advertising date: 21st August 2026
Closing date: 7th September 2026
Shortlisting date: w/c 7th September 2026
Proposed Interview date: 22nd September 2026
Please note, this post may close earlier than advertised if a sufficient number of applications are received.
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.
Person specification
Other
Essential
- Frequent moderate effort for several short periods of time such as manual handling of patients and equipment.
- Frequent concentration required for drug calculation and Administration.
- Dealing with frequent interruptions and competing demands
- Ability to work within highly distressing or emotional circumstances e.g. end of life care.
- Ability to communicate distressing information.
- Ability to communicate in a challenging environment
- Able to carry out direct clinical care as required on ward or department.
Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to network and build relationships at all levels.
- Effectively prioritises and co-ordinates own workload.
- Ability to de-escalate complex situations
- Ability to communicate effectively (written, verbal and non verbal communication) with patients/relatives and carers and all members of the multi-disciplinary team.
- Awareness of the need for confidentiality at all times
- Computer literacy e.g. experience of electronic patient record
Values
Essential
- We are kind
- We are open
- We are inclusive
Experience
Essential
- Able to demonstrate knowledge of NMC professional standards for practice contained within the code.
- Experience of working in a clinical environment
- Understand requirements for NMC professional Revalidation
- Experience of working within a multi-disciplinary team
- An understanding of national, regional, and local NHS issues
- Experience of providing and receiving complex, sensitive information
Desirable
- Experience working in Orthopaedics
Qualifications
Essential
- 1st Level Registered Nurse (degree/diploma)
- Current NMC Registration
- Evidence of continuing professional development
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This advert is for Staff Nurse - Orthopaedic Rehab with Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust in Ormskirk Hospital. It is listed as a Band 5 Nurse (adult and children) role. The advertised salary is £32,073 - £39,043 per annum, pro rata. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 07 Sep 2026.
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