The closing date is 16 March 2026
Salary: £31,049 to £37,796 a year per annum
Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Registered Nurse to join our Emergency department team.
Are you or can you be the exceptional emergency nurse we are looking for ?
Our Emergency department is on a journey to become one of the best in the country and our hope is that you will want to join us and help us to develop our department in providing the best care to the patients and relatives we serve.
We have modern facilities and work closely within the MDT, to form a formidable team, that consistently provides outstanding care.
Our promise to you is, we will support you to reach your full potential, and help develop you to becoming an expert practitioner – we have a dedicated practice educator for the department, and we offer development opportunities to enhance your knowledge and skills.
If you feel, you want to work on a department where staff are valued, care is provided to the highest standards and is at the centre of everything we do. If you want to be part of a senior team helping to develop services, then we would look forward to meeting you.
Job responsibilities
Professional:
1 Be accountable for personal nursing practice.
2 Maintain a high standard of patient care.
3 Be aware of current development and research in clinical practice.
4 participate and assist in research at ward level.
5 Undertake study to meet the requirements of PREP.
6 Act as a role model for junior staff.
7 Practice the ED Nurse Skill Set (Band 5), as detailed on page
8 Undertake training as required to develop competence in the ES staff nurse skill set and in respect of the scope of professional practice.
9 Maintain custody of controlled drugs, checking and administering, checking and maintaining ward stock.
10 Assist medical staff in ascertaining medical treatment and report patients condition to medical staff and receive instructions.
11 Carry out nursing procedures and acts at all times in a professional manner.
12 Contribute to teaching and assessing of learners within the requirements of the NMC.
Administrative:
1 Enter all relevant details from ED card onto ED computer system to ensure accurate monitoring of Standards.
2 Assist in requesting of repairs of estate and equipment.
3 Advise patients on the care of their property.
4 Communication and co-operation with other nursing units and departments as required.
Personal:
1 Ensure self participation in the staff development review system enabling a Development of knowledge and skills across Critical Care Services including rotation to other areas.
2 Assist in staff induction programme for new recruits.
3 Exercise leadership by personal example.
4 Ensure knowledge of Health & Safety at work rules and regulations.
5 Maintain working knowledge of emergency procedures.
6 Be aware of discipline and grievance procedures.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered with NMC
- Diploma/Degree in nursing
Desirable
- Previous ED/Urgent care experience
- Children’s nursing
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of current clinical and professional issues
- Awareness and experience of Clinical Governance
Desirable
- Demonstrates experience in Audit processes
Skills
Essential
- Good verbal, written communication skills and interpersonal skills
- Computer literate
Desirable
- Experience of using databases
- ILS / PILS / APES / AIMS
- ED Nurse Skill Set
Experience
Essential
- Experience working in a NHS care setting
- Significant post registration experience
Desirable
- Experience in urgent or emergency care environment
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 the 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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).