Looking for staff nurse jobs in Southend? Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is hiring a Staff Nurse for Critical Care and HDU at Southend Hospital.
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Staff Nurse Jobs in Southend: Overview
| Job Title | Staff Nurse – Critical Care/HDU |
| Employer | Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust |
| Location | Southend, Westcliff on Sea |
| Salary | £32,073 per year |
| Job Type | Fixed term, Full-time |
| Experience | Hospital environment experience required |
| Visa Sponsorship | Not confirmed in the available job information |
| Closing Date | 27 October 2026 |
About the Employer
Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust provides local and specialist services across the region, aiming to improve patient health and wellbeing while offering development opportunities for staff.
Job Responsibilities
- Provide high standard individualised care to critically ill patients while maintaining privacy and dignity
- Assess care needs, develop, implement and evaluate programmes of care
- Rotate through Critical Care Unit and High Dependency Unit caring for Level 2 and Level 3 patients
- Contribute to supporting senior nurses and maintain high standards of cleanliness
- Complete National STEPs Critical Care Competencies with induction support
Requirements
- NMC Registration (essential)
- Evidence of working within hospital environment (essential)
- Diploma in Nursing (desirable)
- Excellent communication skills (desirable)
Visa Sponsorship and International Applicants
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. Visa sponsorship is not confirmed in the available job information. Applicants must have current UK professional registration.
Salary and Benefits
- Fixed-term contract of 12 months
- Comprehensive induction programme and study days in simulation suite
- Supportive environment with structured development opportunities
- Critical care experience opportunity
- Supportive induction programme
- NHS Band 5 role
- Visa sponsorship not confirmed
- Fixed-term contract
- Closing date 27 October 2026
How to Apply
Apply through NHS Jobs. The listing is open until 27 October 2026.
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