Registered General Nurse (RGN) - NHS Agency Shifts

Lancashire Teaching Hospital is seeking a dedicated and experienced Band 5 Registered General Nurse (RGN) to join their bustling Emergency Departments at Royal Preston Hospital. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled nurse to contribute to a critical healthcare setting.

Location: Royal Preston Hospital - Sharoe Green Ln, Fulwood, Preston PR2 9HT

Job Description

As a Band 5 RGN, you will be integral to the effective functioning of the Emergency Departments, providing high-quality patient care. You will work within a dynamic environment, supporting the medical team in delivering timely and efficient interventions.

Responsibilities

• Conduct rapid triage, provide Resus support, and perform acute interventions such as IVs, cannulation, and wound care across Majors, Minors, and CDU.
• Continuously monitor vital signs using NEWS2 and promptly escalate any deteriorating patients.
• Assist with complex cases within the Major Trauma Centre framework.
• Manage patient flow, conduct SBAR handovers, and participate in multidisciplinary discharge planning.
• Maintain meticulous digital records, report incidents via Datix, and adhere strictly to infection control policies.
• Provide compassionate communication to families in crisis and mentor junior staff and students.

Qualifications

• General Nursing Degree
• Completed immunisation records (BCG, Hepatitis B, MMR).
• Evidence of mandatory training.
• Experience working within an Emergency Department setting in the NHS is mandatory
• Proficiency in clinical skills including rapid triage, acute interventions, and patient monitoring.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to provide support to patients and families.

Working Hours & Rates

This is a DAY shift-based role with varied patterns including

• Early (07:30 - 15:30)
• Standard Day (08:00 - 17:00)
• Late (12:30 - 20:30), and
• Long Day (07:30 - 20:30) shifts.

The rate for Basic Umbrella is £19.12 per hour.

Requirements

• Right to Work in the UK (No sponsorship provided)

• NMC Registration: Active PIN with no restrictions.

• Experience: Minimum 6 months of recent experience in an NHS hospital setting.

• Compliance: You must have an Enhanced DBS (on the update service) and valid Mandatory Training certificates.

• Reliability: You are expected to maintain your 2-shift-per-week commitment to remain on the priority booking list.

Why Choose This Role?

While this rate is aligned with the entry Band 5 pay scales for 2026, it offers the benefit of weekly pay and the ability to work around your personal life, provided the weekly minimum is met.

• Steady Income: Guaranteed hours in high-demand environments.

• Priority Booking: Committed staff are given first choice of shift patterns and locations.

• Simple Onboarding: Fast-track registration for nurses with a ready-to-go compliance file.

How to Apply

To secure your shifts, please APPLY NOW!. We are looking for nurses who can start as soon as compliance checks are completed.

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