Job summary

We are seeking a motivated and compassionate Staff Nurse to join our dedicated team on Frederick Banting Ward (Vascular) at Basildon Hospital. We are looking for an individual that is passionate about delivering high quality,patient centered care.

In this role you will be responsible for:

• Assessing, developing and implementing patient care plans, evaluating care given, ensuring that all documentation is completed accurately.
• Participate in the formulation and updating of Trust policies and procedures related to speciality.
• To ensure all drug administration is in accordance with legal/NMC and Trust/Directorate policies and procedures.
• Assisting with safe custody, storage and control of all drugs at ward level. After assessment of patient group directives be able to administer drugs to patients.
• Develop organisational and managerial skills.

Please be aware that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a suitable number of applications.

Main duties of the job

• You will work with the ward manager and multi-disciplinary team members in monitoring and maintaining policies, standards of nursing care and staff development, as part of the ward team.
• Following the preceptorship period the post holder is expected to carry out all relevant forms of care without direct supervision and is required to demonstrate procedures, supervise unqualified and adaptation staff whilst maintaining a safe working environment.
• To be flexible in the approach to the clinical area and provide cover for any area specified.

Details

• Date posted: 29 October 2026
• Closing date: 05 November 2026
• Pay scheme: Agenda for change
• Band: Band 5
• Salary: £32,073 a year Per Annum (Pro Rata for Part Time)
• Contract: Fixed term
• Duration: 12 months
• Working pattern: Full-time
• Reference number: 390-CTC-BA-1929
• Job locations: Basildon, Nether Mayne, Basildon, SS16 5NL, United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Are you looking for an exciting role using your unique qualities, then we want to hear from you.

For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description.

We look forward to your application.

*** Please note as this post is a 10 month Fixed Term post we are unable to sponsor***

Person Specification

Essential

Essential

• NMC Pin

Desirable

• Demonstrable experience working in hospital or care home

application and interview.

Essential

• Effective communication & commitment to equality and patient centred care.

Desirable

• Mentorship Completion

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

About us

Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.

We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust.

Employer details

• Employer name: Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust
• Address: Basildon, Nether Mayne, Basildon, SS16 5NL, United Kingdom
• Employer's website: https://www.mse.nhs.uk