Band 5 Endocrine Staff Nurse

Job summary An exciting opportunity has risen for a Band 5 Staff Nurse to come and join our Endocrine team at Guy's and St Thomas' hospital. We are looking for a staff nurse to join the endocrine specialist nurse team. The successful candidate will be responsible for arranging, undertaking and presenting results of the dynamic endocrine tests, supported by the nursing assistant and Deputy CNS. Patient education and the administration of endocrine treatments are also a key component of this role. Main duties of the job The post holder will be responsible for contact with current out patients who may require input from the Diabetes and Endocrine team. Ensuring the safety and well being of services users, and always working in a manner that promotes dignity and human rights through the adoption of person centred care principles. Demonstrate appropriate practice and specialist advice in the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care. This includes pre‑assessing patients preparing them for consultation, administering medication including IV and blood product. Take charge of a clinical area and independently manage a workload, support and assess nursing assistants and student nurses, carry out audit and report back to Clinical Lead and Matron. Be responsible for assessing and recognising emergencies in the speciality. To interpret information and take appropriate action and to lead others to do the same. About us Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust comprises five of the UK's best known hospitals – Guy's, St Thomas', Evelina London Children's Hospital, Royal Brompton and Harefield – as well as community services in Lambeth and Southwark, all with a long history of high quality care, clinical excellence, research and innovation. We are among the UK's busiest, most successful foundation trusts. We provide specialist care for patients including heart and lung, cancer and renal services as well as a full range of local hospital and community services for people in Lambeth and Southwark. We have a long tradition of clinical and scientific achievement and – as part of King's Health Partners – we are one of England's eight academic health sciences centres, bringing together world‑class clinical services, teaching and research. We have one of the National Institute for Health Research's biomedical research centres, established with King's College London in 2007, as well as dedicated clinical research facilities. Details Date posted: 05 December 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £37,259 to £45,356 a year p.a. inclusive of HCA Contract Permanent Working pattern Full‑time Reference number 196‑NM13460‑K Job locations Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Trust, London, SE1 7EH Job responsibilities Independently manage a group of patients within the specialty whilst working as part of the multidisciplinary team, delivering individualized and personalised direct patient care. Demonstrate appropriate practice and specialist advice in assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care, including history taking, physical examination and requesting diagnostic procedures. Ensure correct administration of prescribed medication, including transfusion of blood and blood products. Be responsible for recognizing and managing emergencies in the speciality, interpreting information and taking appropriate action while leading others. Act as an advocate for patients, ensuring a patient‑oriented approach and meeting NHS Plan and other guideline standards. Provide high‑quality clinical care and a good patient experience, respecting customs, religious beliefs and doctrines. Identify and mitigate situations detrimental to patient and staff well‑being. Provide leadership, support and guidance to staff in planning, delivering and evaluating individualized care. Maintain accountability in line with the NMC code of professional conduct, continually improving knowledge and competence. Ensure safe and effective care for complex patients requiring advanced skills and perform specialist nursing procedures. Maintain a safe environment for patients, visitors and staff. Store sensitive patient records appropriately and ensure confidentiality. Recognize and accommodate cultural and spiritual needs of patients. Support patients and carers in making informed decisions regarding treatment and management. Participate in case conferences and coordinate ongoing care. Ensure staff minimize cross‑infection risk and dispose of body fluids safely. Provide support during delivery of bad news, caring for terminally ill patients and at death. Assess educational needs of patients and families, developing plans to meet those needs. Communicate effectively with patients, carers and families about disease, treatment and management. Promote evidence‑based practice, assist in developing the specialist service and meet clinical standards. Provide seamless care from referral through assessment, diagnosis, treatment and review. Facilitate cost‑effective specialist service through audit and quality initiatives agreed by the Trust. Lead and participate in key developments to promote high‑quality patient‑focused services. Enhance interface between staff, patients, community staff and visitors. Develop and use information systems for regular audit, quarterly incidence reporting and annual activity analysis. Attend and participate in multi‑professional team meetings. Set, monitor and review standards of care, initiating corrective action plans when needed. Identify unsafe situations and report them to the matron. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse on the NMC Register Evidence of continuing professional development Qualifications Desirable Mentorship/Teaching Qualification Previous Experience Essential Post Registration in Relevant speciality Ability to work independently Previous Experience Desirable Experience in coordinating a shift Ability Essential Evidence of cannulation and venepuncture and giving IV medication Ability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate specialist care and give relevant advice to patients and relatives Ability Desirable Understanding of audit and research‑based nursing practice 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 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). Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Trust, London, SE1 7EH Employer's website https://www.guysandstthomas.nhs.uk/careers/careers.aspx (Opens in a new tab) #J-18808-Ljbffr