Staff Nurse in Discharge Lounge – Band 5

Company: East Cheshire NHS Trust
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Location: Macclesfield
Job Description:

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.

About us

We are committed to providing the best quality integrated care to our patients. To achieve this aim we need highly motivated staff who are united by common values and behaviours.

We believe our workforce is our greatest asset and we actively support our staff to develop their capabilities to the full, with a variety of learning and development opportunities.

Whether you are just starting out in your career or are looking to use your skills and experience in a new role, East Cheshire NHS Trust is the right employer for you.

Please be aware that this post requires an Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check with barred lists, the cost of which is payable by the successful candidate. If you have lived or worked abroad for 6 months or more in the last 5 years you will need to obtain an overseas police clearance. Further information can be found on the additional information links at the bottom of the advert.

Person Specification

Knowledge & Skills

  • 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
  • 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

Experience

  • Evidence of recent acute or relevant clinical experience (including student placements)
  • Previous experience mentoring students or supervising junior staffExperience of taking charge or leading a shift
  • Experience contributing to service improvement or change
  • Experience using audit or reporting tools

Qualifications

  • Registered Nurse (Nursing and Midwifery Council NMC)
  • Understanding of NMC Code, safeguarding and consent; working knowledge of NHS values and standards
  • Post-registration course relevant to clinical area

Other Role Requirements

  • Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for further details

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Equal Opportunities

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).

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Posted: June 12th, 2026