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We are seeking a motivated and experienced Band 6 Nurse to join our Acute Medicine and Frailty services at Queen Elizabeth Hospital (QEH), going live in November 2025.Job Summary

We are seeking a motivated and experienced Band 6 Nurse to join our Acute Medicine and Frailty services at Queen Elizabeth Hospital (QEH), going live in November 2025.

We''re excited to be launching a new and ambitious clinical model built on national best practice and the principles of Getting It Right First Time (GIRFT), the model is designed to deliver the right care, in the right place, at the right time - and to offer nursing staff a dynamic and supportive working environment with a clear focus on quality, development and teamworking.

In the new model, Wards 22 and 23 will consist of the following four units: Acute Assessment Unit (AAU), Acute Medical Unit (AMU), Frailty Same Day Emergency Unit, Acute Frailty Unit (AFU).

This role offers an exciting opportunity to take on greater responsibility in a fast-paced, high acuity environment, where you will play a crucial role in managing acutely unwell patients and ensuring smooth patient flow.

The post holder will oversee the care of patients with a wide range of acute medical conditions, working closely with the multidisciplinary team to provide timely and effective care.

This role provides excellent opportunities for professional growth, with learning opportunities to further develop your clinical and leadership skills. You''ll have the chance to empower your team while being part of a dynamic and supportive environment that priorities patient safety and the quality of care for patients.

Main duties of the job

Accountable to Head of Nursing

To be responsible for the planning, provision and delivery of an effective, 24-hour nursing service for the ward / department area.

To manage, support and develop the ward / department team and ensure that nursing practice and procedures conform to identified NMC and Trust policies and standards.

To be a role model for all staff and ensure that the ward environment is a safe and effective learning area for staff and student nurses.

To be an advanced clinical practitioner and support and direct the educational and training needs of the nursing team to enable the provision of a patient focused, evidence / research based nursing service.

To be responsible for making the patient the focus of care within the ward environment.

About Us

Our people are our greatest asset. When we feel supported and happy at work, this positivity reaches those very people we are here for, the patients. Engaged employees perform at their best and our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) initiatives contribute to cultivate a culture of engagement. We have four staff networks, a corporate EDI Team and a suite of programmes and events which aim to insert the 5 aspirations:

Improving representation at senior levels of staff with disabilities, from black, Asian, and ethnic minorities background, identify as LGBTQ+ and women, through improved recruitment and leadership developmentWidening access (anchor institution) and employabilityImproving the experience of staff with disabilityImproving the EDI literacy and confidence of trust staff through training and developmentMaking equalities mainstream

Details

Date posted

11 August 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£38,682 to £46,580 a year per annum plus HCA

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

197-HF7137

Job locations

Queen Elizabeth Hospital

Stadium Road

London

SE18 4QH

Job Description

Job responsibilities

Continually assess, plan, implement and evaluate evidence-based programmes of care in order to ensure the provision of a high standard of care.

Personally deliver a high standard of care to a group of patients, acting as a team leader / named nurse and clinical role model at all times.

Ensure the provision of advice, support and health information to patients and their carers in order to promote a health-based service.

Transports / manages people and/or items such as equipment or specimens safely and to time consistent with legislation, policies and procedures.

Maintain accurate and legible records of all clinical and legal documentation to include accident / incident reporting, with regard to NMC, statutory and Trust polices.

Ensures all aspects of clinical care including interventions and investigations are performed, assessed and reported upon in a timely fashion and in a manner consistent with legislation, policy and procedures.

Job Description

Job responsibilities

Continually assess, plan, implement and evaluate evidence-based programmes of care in order to ensure the provision of a high standard of care.

Personally deliver a high standard of care to a group of patients, acting as a team leader / named nurse and clinical role model at all times.

Ensure the provision of advice, support and health information to patients and their carers in order to promote a health-based service.

Transports / manages people and/or items such as equipment or specimens safely and to time consistent with legislation, policies and procedures.

Maintain accurate and legible records of all clinical and legal documentation to include accident / incident reporting, with regard to NMC, statutory and Trust polices.

Ensures all aspects of clinical care including interventions and investigations are performed, assessed and reported upon in a timely fashion and in a manner consistent with legislation, policy and procedures.

Person Specification

Essential

Qualifications and Training

Registered Nurse Level 1 register1st Level Degree or equivalentTeaching and assessing qualification

Desirable

Specialist course

Experience

Essential

Significant post registration experienceExperience of working within the multidiciplinary teamExperience of liaising with other agencies

Desirable

Previous experience in the specialty

Knowledge

Essential

Knowledge and understanding of the relevant NICE guidanceEvidence of continued professional development of self and other health care professionals

Desirable

IT skills Knowledge of research and audit

Person Specification

Essential

Knowledge and understanding of the relevant NICE guidanceEvidence of continued professional development of self and other health care professionals

Desirable

IT skills Knowledge of research and audit

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

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

Additional information

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust

Address

Queen Elizabeth Hospital

Stadium Road

London

SE18 4QH

Employer''s website

https://www.lewishamandgreenwich.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust

Address

Queen Elizabeth Hospital

Stadium Road

London

SE18 4QH

Employer''s website

https://www.lewishamandgreenwich.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

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