VISSPO
Staff Nurse - Rye Memorial Hospital
Requirements
Applicants must be registered nurses on the UK NMC register and have diploma- or degree-level study, continuing professional development, and generic pre-registration care experience. They should demonstrate nursing practice, communication, teamwork, workload prioritization, Basic Life Support, drug calculation, infusion equipment competence, basic IT skills, and the ability to support junior staff and remain calm under pressure.
Job Description
The ESHT Rehabilitation strategy is focused on improving the quality and performance of our acute and community services to deliver high quality rehabilitation across East Sussex. This is a dynamic and changing environment, and the strategy is working to support our staff, teams and the organisation as a whole to make meaningful changes that bring about improvements in rehabilitation for the benefit of our population.
We are looking for a passionate Staff Nurse for Rye Memorial Centre. Someone who works well in a team environment, is highly motivated and committed.
** We welcome applications from those who currently hold a UK NMC registration. If you currently hold an overseas nursing qualification and require sponsorship we are not currently direct hiring Internationally Qualified Nurses **
Main duties of the job
To Support the Ward Sister in delivering appropriate, safe patient care, within an environment that promotes a multi disciplinary team approach.
About Us
A wide range of staff benefits are available to our staff including staff development, enrolment in the NHS pension scheme, auto-enrolment to our Temporary Workforce Service, access to onsite nurseries. staff restaurants and accommodation.
In addition to an internal Occupational Health department, all staff also have access to free psychological support through our confidential Employee Assistance Programme. Onsite parking is available from only £50 a year.
There has never been a better time to join East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust, submit your application today.
Statement on the Use of AI
We value the individuality that each candidate brings to the application process. While we understand that AI tools are widely available, we strongly discourage applicants from using AI-generated content when applying for jobs with us. We believe that your application should reflect your true skills, experiences, and motivations, which are best conveyed through your own words and unique perspective.
Using AI for your application may not accurately represent your knowledge, skills, and experience and may result in a disconnect between your qualifications and our assessment of your application.
We encourage applicants to take the time to thoughtfully complete their applications; by doing so, you allow us to better understand your true potential and ensure a fair and transparent evaluation of your application. Over reliance on AI-generated content may diminish your chance of success.
Details
Date posted
15 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£32,073 to £39,043 a year
per annum, pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
374-LBCG1726-A
Job locations
Rye, Winchelsea and District Memorial Hospital
Peasmarsh Road
Rye
TN31 7UD
United Kingdom
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Please Refer To The Job Description Attached.
If you have any questions about this position please do not hesitate to contact us.
Please Refer To The Job Description Attached.
If you have any questions about this position please do not hesitate to contact us.
Person Specification
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Qualifications
Essential
- Evidence of diploma level / degree level study
- Registered General Nurse on the NMC register
- Evidence of continual professional development
- ECDL Qualification
Experience
Essential
- Generic pre-registration experience in a care environment
- An understanding of the NHS
- Ability to undertake further training and development
- Knowledge of quality, audit and research
- Ability to manage a clinical case load
- Demonstrate an up-to-date skills inventory to include Basic Life Support, drug calculation and use of infusion equipment
- Previous experience of chosen speciality
- Previous experience of working in a hospital setting
Skills
Essential
- Ability to carry out a full range of nursing practice
- Good communication skills - both verbal and non-verbal
- Ability to prioritise and organise own and others workload
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Basic Life Support
- Competent in drug calculation and use of infusion equipment
- Basic IT skills - knowledge of Microsoft Office including Word, Excel and Outlook
- Ability to support and teach junior staff
- Able to remain calm under pressure
- Additional skills & knowledge appropriate to specialty
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Essential
- Ability to carry out a full range of nursing practice
- Good communication skills - both verbal and non-verbal
- Ability to prioritise and organise own and others workload
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Basic Life Support
- Competent in drug calculation and use of infusion equipment
- Basic IT skills - knowledge of Microsoft Office including Word, Excel and Outlook
- Ability to support and teach junior staff
- Able to remain calm under pressure
- Additional skills & knowledge appropriate to specialty
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
East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust
Address
Rye, Winchelsea and District Memorial Hospital
Peasmarsh Road
Rye
TN31 7UD
United Kingdom
Employer's website
http://jobs.esht.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust
Address
Rye, Winchelsea and District Memorial Hospital
Peasmarsh Road
Rye
TN31 7UD
United Kingdom
Employer's website
http://jobs.esht.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
To Support the Ward Sister in delivering appropriate, safe patient care, within an environment that promotes a multi disciplinary team approach.
Essential
- Ability to carry out a full range of nursing practice
- Good communication skills - both verbal and non-verbal
- Ability to prioritise and organise own and others workload
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Basic Life Support
- Competent in drug calculation and use of infusion equipment
- Basic IT skills - knowledge of Microsoft Office including Word, Excel and Outlook
- Ability to support and teach junior staff
- Able to remain calm under pressure
- Additional skills & knowledge appropriate to specialty
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
East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust
Address
Rye, Winchelsea and District Memorial Hospital
Peasmarsh Road
Rye
TN31 7UD
United Kingdom
Employer's website
http://jobs.esht.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust
Address
Rye, Winchelsea and District Memorial Hospital
Peasmarsh Road
Rye
TN31 7UD
United Kingdom
Employer's website
http://jobs.esht.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Education
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About VISSPO
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