Job summary
We are currently looking for enthusiastic and motivated Band 5's who have a passion for Emergency Nursing to join our friendly Emergency Department.
It is desirable to have post registration experience in an acute care setting and have the resilience to meet the challenges of our busy but rewarding department, however we would also like to hear from newly qualified nurses or those who have worked in an acute setting prior or during training and have an interest in making this their career
Newham Emergency Department serves a large diverse population and on average see's 400-500 patients a day, including acute medical patients, paediatrics, and patients in a mental health crisis
We offer a structured orientation and on-going support and guidance. We follow the RCN National Emergency Nursing Framework competencies. Our experienced PDN will support you to achieve your competencies at level 1, with a mapped pathway into our Emergency Care and Trauma courses at level 2.
Main duties of the job
About us
Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain's leading healthcare providers.
The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.
Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.
We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.
For further information or to arrange an informal visit please contact Victoria Cook or Valerie Vandeweghe Senior Sisters.
victoria.cook15@nhs.net
v.vandeweghe@nhs.net
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.
For further information or to arrange an informal visit please contact Victoria Cook or Valerie Vandeweghe Senior Sisters.
victoria.cook15@nhs.net
v.vandeweghe@nhs.net
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree Registered Paediatric Nurse or equivalent experience
- NMC Registration in UK
Desirable
- Drug administration
- Mentorship Course or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Registered Nurse who can demonstrate a commitment and interest in Emergency Nursing via experience as a student or in a healthcare role
Desirable
- Previous Emergency Department Experience
- Experience of working in an Acute Care Setting
- Experience of Caring for patients in mental health crisis.
Knowledge
Essential
Desirable
- Knowledge and understanding of National issues relating to Emergency Care
Skills
Essential
- Ability to carry out essential nursing care and procedures
- Ability to prioritise clinical work effectively
- Ability to recognise own limitations and work within limits of competence.
- Able to work within set time frames working to priorities and deadlines
- Ability to communicate effectively in both a written and oral manner
- Ability to demonstrate use of basic IT systems
- Ability to use and maintain resources efficiently and effectively
- Ability to take an active role in agreed learning activities and maintains a record of them
- To work effectively as part of the multi-disciplinary team
Desirable
- Competentent in phlebotomy and cannulation
- Immediate Life Support
- Ability to demonstrate enthusiasm towards teaching and sharing knowledge
- Understanding of own knowledge and skills
- Demonstrates the ability to identify own learning needs.
- Ability to communicate effectively across the department and within the directorate
- Ability to accurately record and report back on patient assessments undertaken and risks identified
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree Registered Paediatric Nurse or equivalent experience
- NMC Registration in UK
Desirable
- Drug administration
- Mentorship Course or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Registered Nurse who can demonstrate a commitment and interest in Emergency Nursing via experience as a student or in a healthcare role
Desirable
- Previous Emergency Department Experience
- Experience of working in an Acute Care Setting
- Experience of Caring for patients in mental health crisis.
Knowledge
Essential
Desirable
- Knowledge and understanding of National issues relating to Emergency Care
Skills
Essential
- Ability to carry out essential nursing care and procedures
- Ability to prioritise clinical work effectively
- Ability to recognise own limitations and work within limits of competence.
- Able to work within set time frames working to priorities and deadlines
- Ability to communicate effectively in both a written and oral manner
- Ability to demonstrate use of basic IT systems
- Ability to use and maintain resources efficiently and effectively
- Ability to take an active role in agreed learning activities and maintains a record of them
- To work effectively as part of the multi-disciplinary team
Desirable
- Competentent in phlebotomy and cannulation
- Immediate Life Support
- Ability to demonstrate enthusiasm towards teaching and sharing knowledge
- Understanding of own knowledge and skills
- Demonstrates the ability to identify own learning needs.
- Ability to communicate effectively across the department and within the directorate
- Ability to accurately record and report back on patient assessments undertaken and risks identified
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.
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).
Additional information
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.
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).
