Staff Nurse - Critical Care
At a glance
- Band
- Band 5
- Contract
- Fixed-term
- Pattern
- Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working
- Posted
- 03/09/2026
- Closes
- 17/09/2026
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Role summary
This is an exciting opportunity for motivated and compassionate Band 5 Registered Nurses to join the Critical Care team at Sandwell & West Birmingham NHS Trust. The role involves providing high-quality, evidence-based nursing care to critically ill patients within a supportive environment. You will benefit from a comprehensive 12-month Critical Care development programme and opportunities for professional growth. This is a 12-month fixed-term maternity cover position.
Essential criteria
- Relevant clinical experience, including that as a student or unqualified nurse.
Desirable criteria
- Relevant clinical experience since registration
- Relevant voluntary experience
- RN (Adult) with current NMC registration
- IV competent or willing to undertake within 6 months
- Relevant clinical experience, including that as a student or unqualified nurse.
- Relevant clinical experience since registration
- Relevant voluntary experience
- RN (Adult) with current NMC registration
- IV competent or willing to undertake within 6 months
Useful to know
Agenda for Change 2024/25 pays Band 5 at £29,970 – £36,483 a year, across England.
This advert: £32,073 – £39,043 — outside the standard scale; check for HCAS/London weighting.
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Job summary
\*\*\*Previous Applicants Need Not Apply\*\*\*
Are you ready to build a rewarding career in Critical Care Nursing?
At Sandwell & West Birmingham NHS Trust, we are looking for motivated, compassionate, and enthusiastic Band 5 Registered Nurses to join our Critical Care team. Whether you are newly qualified or looking to develop your acute care experience, this is an exciting opportunity to build your skills within a supportive and progressive environment.
We have 12-month fixed-term maternity cover opportunities available.
As part of our team, you will be supported by an experienced and approachable senior leadership team who are committed to your professional development. We offer a comprehensive 12-month Critical Care development programme, delivered in partnership with our dedicated Practice Development Team and experienced Critical Care clinicians. You'll also have access to a wide range of continuing professional development opportunities, including the Adult Critical Care Nursing Course through our local university, helping you build a rewarding and long-term career in Critical Care.
If you are passionate about delivering outstanding patient care, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and are looking to develop your knowledge and skills within a highly supportive team, we would love to hear from you.
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