Job summary
Are you an experienced ED nurse looking for a new challenge?
Do you want to be part of a friendly, vibrant team within a modern, dynamic Emergency Department
The Emergency Department at Tunbridge Wells Hospital is a busy department seeing approximately 80,000 patients per year and we are consistently within the national top ten performing Emergency Departments. As a designated Trauma Unit (TU) working as part of the SELKAM network, pathways have been developed to ensure that we deliver the highest standard of care. With a new Senior nursing leadership team comprising of a Lead Matron and 2 Matrons now in post we are looking to take our ED forward with a new workforce strategy taking place such as the GP/ UTC streaming initiative.
We work as a team to deliver high quality emergency care to patients presenting with a broad spectrum of conditions within our new state of the art department which comprises a 6 bedded resuscitation room, 14 majors' cubicles, a rapid assessment area, designated Paediatric ED area, CDU, Fit to Sit and minor injuries
Main duties of the job
Our ED offers an educationally focused environment. We are committed to developing our staff and have strong links with both Greenwich and Canterbury Christ Church Universities. You will also have the support of a Practice Development Nurse who will support your development alongside your team leader.
We are looking for highly motivated Emergency Department nurses who possess both a strong clinical knowledge base and relevant skills set. To work with us you will need to demonstrate a kind and compassionate attitude. You will be flexible, enthusiastic and passionate about emergency care and have a commitment to improving service delivery and able to sustain new ways of working and develop nursing practice.
To be considered for this role you will be a
- Registered Nurse with recent demonstrable clinical experience as a band 5 in the Emergency Department. You will possess or be currently undertaking an Emergency Nursing Course. ALS/ATLS (observer)/ATNC would be desirable
About us
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust is a large acute hospital Trust in the county of Kent.
The Trust provides a full range of general hospital services and some areas of specialist complex care to around 760,000 people living in the south part of West Kent and the north part of East Sussex.
The Trust's core catchment areas are Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells and their surrounding boroughs. We work from two main clinical sites: Maidstone Hospital and Tunbridge Wells Hospital at Pembury. Tunbridge Wells Hospital opened in 2011 and provides single rooms with en-suites for all in-patients - the first of its kind in the country.
We employ more than 7,000 full and part-time staff in a huge range of clinical and non-clinical roles across both of our hospital sites.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Once your pre-employment checks have been completed you will be contacted by Recruitment to arrange your start date which will be in line with one of our Corporate Inductions.
Following your Corporate Induction you will be expected to attend the Trusts 2-week Induction Programme for RNs, NAs, RMs, ODPs and Paramedics. The programme is full-time (please email mtw-tr.professionalstandards@nhs.net if this is problematic)and will involve travel to both Trust sites. The programme includes supernumerary shifts in the clinical area, classroom-based sessions and e-learning.
Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure & Barring Service Check at Enhanced Level. (Enhanced level now includes regulated checks against vulnerable adults and children)
At MTW, we seek to develop a culture where everyone can reach their full potential with opportunities to grow and develop their career. We recognise and value the unique contributions that each of our staff bring, delivering the best quality care and service to our patients. We are committed to being a diverse employer and strive to reflect everyone in our local communities. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences and celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that will make our Trust the best place to work.
Interview Date: TBC
Job description
Job responsibilities
Once your pre-employment checks have been completed you will be contacted by Recruitment to arrange your start date which will be in line with one of our Corporate Inductions.
Following your Corporate Induction you will be expected to attend the Trusts 2-week Induction Programme for RNs, NAs, RMs, ODPs and Paramedics. The programme is full-time (please email mtw-tr.professionalstandards@nhs.net if this is problematic)and will involve travel to both Trust sites. The programme includes supernumerary shifts in the clinical area, classroom-based sessions and e-learning.
Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure & Barring Service Check at Enhanced Level. (Enhanced level now includes regulated checks against vulnerable adults and children)
At MTW, we seek to develop a culture where everyone can reach their full potential with opportunities to grow and develop their career. We recognise and value the unique contributions that each of our staff bring, delivering the best quality care and service to our patients. We are committed to being a diverse employer and strive to reflect everyone in our local communities. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences and celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that will make our Trust the best place to work.
Interview Date: TBC
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse
- Mentorship Qualification
- Relevant specialist course or equivalent experience
- Experience of leading shifts in Emergency Department
- Foundation course, A&E course or equivalent
Desirable
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Extensive experience within speciality
- Knowledge of quality, standard setting, benchmarking and audit.
- Knowledge of NMC Code of Professional Conduct
- Extensive knowledge of speciality
- Experience in ED
Desirable
- Knowledge of budget management
Skills
Essential
- Organisation, management and teaching.
- Ability to lead a team
- Articulate with advanced written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure
- Ability to problem-solve.
- Ability to perform clinical activities specific to speciality
- Competency in medication administration including IV drugs
- IT skills including use of email and office packages
- Triage trained
Desirable
- Ability to appraise staff or willingness to learn
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse
- Mentorship Qualification
- Relevant specialist course or equivalent experience
- Experience of leading shifts in Emergency Department
- Foundation course, A&E course or equivalent
Desirable
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Extensive experience within speciality
- Knowledge of quality, standard setting, benchmarking and audit.
- Knowledge of NMC Code of Professional Conduct
- Extensive knowledge of speciality
- Experience in ED
Desirable
- Knowledge of budget management
Skills
Essential
- Organisation, management and teaching.
- Ability to lead a team
- Articulate with advanced written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure
- Ability to problem-solve.
- Ability to perform clinical activities specific to speciality
- Competency in medication administration including IV drugs
- IT skills including use of email and office packages
- Triage trained
Desirable
- Ability to appraise staff or willingness to learn
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).
