Bank Registered Nurse

Bank Registered Nurse

Application Deadline: 1 May 2026

Department: Nursing

Employment Type: Bank

Location: Elton

Compensation: £19.25 / hour


Description
Priory Elton Unit is looking to recruit a Registered Nurse to join the team. This is a bank role with day and night shifts.

The Elton Unit is located on the outskirts of Bury, Greater Manchester. It is a 28-bedded specialist care home which provides residential and nursing support to adults aged 18 years and older who have a brain injury.

The brain injury service is aimed at those whose disability requires management by a specialist team of practitioners who work together to maintain the person's wellbeing and quality of life. The Elton Unit offers specialist care for a wide range of complex support needs, including people with a prolonged disorder of consciousness (PDOC).

Preference for General Nurse trained due to physical complexity of the patient group


What you'll be doing
You'll be part of a dedicated and compassionate team, all working together to ensure the smooth running of the service. Whether you're assisting with day-to-day operations, supporting with care requirements, keeping things organised, or ensuring our spaces are well looked after, your support plays an important part in creating a positive experience for those who live and work here.

• Deliver prescribed care to a defined group within an agreed framework.
• Assess, plan and deliver, with the patient and their carer/family, nursing care which takes account of patient choice and wishes and acting as the patients named nurse.
• Accurately observe and engage with patients in order to assess need and evaluate progress.
• Monitor and review Nursing Care plans.

You can find additional information in the attached job description.


What you'll bring to the role
Our work is rewarding but can be challenging, so resilience is key. No two days are the same! Your natural empathy will help you support others through both the highs and lows.

• You will be a Qualified Registered Nurse with 6 to 12 months of post-registration experience, holding an active NMC registration due to the physical complexity of the patient group
• You will possess thorough knowledge of NMC guidelines, standards, and professional practices, alongside evidence of ongoing post-registration professional development
• Demonstrates a positive attitude and strong commitment to change, quality improvement, and excellence in care
• Skilled in applying flexible and innovative approaches to practice, with excellent verbal and written communication skills

What we will give you in return
We want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations. We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us.

• Pension enrolment
• Access to development opportunities
• Refer a friend bonus
• DBS paid for

Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified.