The Medical Infusion Suite at Sandwell and West Birmingham Hospitals (SWBH) NHS Trust is looking for a Band 5 Registered Nurse to support the delivery of high-quality patient care within the service.
The post holder will work as part of the multidisciplinary team to provide safe and effective care to patients receiving infusion therapies, under the supervision and guidance of senior staff. Key responsibilities include supporting the assessment and monitoring of patients during treatment, administering intravenous therapies in line with competency and Trust policies, and escalating any concerns or changes in patient condition promptly to senior colleagues.
The role also involves contributing to the smooth running of the unit by assisting with patient flow, supporting accurate documentation and record keeping, and ensuring adherence to safety protocols and infection prevention standards. The post holder will work collaboratively with colleagues to maintain a safe and efficient clinical environment.
In addition, the Band 5 nurse will support quality improvement activities where appropriate, participate in training and development opportunities, and assist in the induction of new staff and students under supervision.
Essential requirements include being a Registered Nurse with current NMC registration, relevant clinical experience, competence or willingness to develop skills in IV therapy, and good communication, organisational, and teamwork skills.
The Band 5 nurse will work as part of the ward/department team, supporting the Ward/Department Manager and senior nursing staff in the delivery of safe and effective patient care. The post holder will develop competence in contributing to the management of the clinical environment, including supporting staff attendance processes, assisting with day-to-day coordination of patient care activities, and escalating concerns appropriately to senior colleagues.
The role involves working collaboratively with the nursing team to support patient flow, including assisting with admission and discharge processes and ensuring timely communication of patient needs to relevant team members. The post holder will contribute to maintaining appropriate skill mix by supporting effective teamwork and highlighting staffing or capacity issues to senior staff for review.
The Band 5 nurse will support the safe and economical use of ward resources by following Trust policies for stock use and ordering, and by escalating shortages or supply issues to senior staff within agreed procedures. They will also assist in maintaining a safe and supportive ward environment by reporting local issues, contributing to team communication, and escalating concerns or conflicts to senior nurses or the Ward Manager.
Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust (SWB) serves Birmingham and the Black Country – one of the country’s most culturally diverse areas. It’s a friendly and welcoming place – a place where you can belong, and a place where you can grow.
We care for our patients, we care about our population, and we care about our people.
Our values – Ambition, Respect and Compassion – are at the heart of who we are. They guide us every step of the way; how we work with each other, and how we look after our patients and their families; how we respect and value the rich diversity of our team and our community.
Our Trust has always aspired to be more than a hospital, more than a healthcare provider. Our purpose is to “Improve the Life Chances and Health Outcomes of our Population.” It is what inspires, drives, and unites us every day. It’s what makes us unique.
We want working at SWB to feel like more than just a job. We want our Trust to be a place where you can feel you belong. A place where you feel happy, safe, and rewarded. A place where you can develop your career in whatever way you choose. When we say we’re ‘with you all the way’ we want you to know that we mean it. Visit the SWB website to find out more about our ambitions and people plans.
Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of what this role entails
