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Location
Salary
£39,959 - £48,117 per annum
Profession
Nurse (adult and children)
Grade
Band 6
Deadline
15 May 2026
Contract Type
Fixed term: 12 months (Maternity cover)
Posted Date
01 May 2026

Job overview

An exiting opportunity has arisen on the Burns Centre at Whiston Hospital.  We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic individuals, with a passion for excellence within the delivery of patient care. Professional development is supported within a friendly, dynamic team structure.

Mersey Regional Burn Centre provides care to patients who have sustained burns. The unit has a large catchment area which includes as far away as North Wales and the Isle of Man. It serves a population of 4 million people.

The Centre comprises of 12 beds which are:-

4 high dependency cubicles

4 single cubicles

4 bedded area

If you are the individual for this role and are also flexible, supportive and ready for an exciting new experience then please apply. There will be opportunity to rotate within our Mersey Regional Plastics Unit.

An Enhanced DBS with barred lists for both Adults & Children is required for this post.

Main duties of the job

  • To develop the skills to care for acutely unwell patients.
  • Liaise with senior Medical/Medical staff to provide a high quality service to patients and their families.
  • Offer advice / support to staff as required.
  • Work collaboratively with the multi-disciplinary team to maximise best use of resources.
  • Demonstrate commitment to the principles of Improving Working Lives.
  • Promote a safe working environment in accordance with Risk Management principles.

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: 1st May 2026

Closing date: 15th May 2026

Shortlisting date: W/C 18th May 2026

Proposed Interview date: TBC

Please note, this post may close earlier than advertised if a sufficient number of applications are received.