A&E / Qualified HCA

Medico Partners Ltd; Birmingham; Hybrid; Confidential; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare staffing agency is seeking a Locum Junior A&E / Urgent Care Nurse to support practices in Sandwell. The position offers both full-time and part-time opportunities, focusing on patient assessments, vital signs monitoring, and supporting healthcare teams. Candidates must have a Health and Social Care NVQ Level 3 or higher and at least two years of experience in relevant settings. Competitive pay and flexible shifts are offered.

Benefits

Dedicated consultant support

Compliance officer assistance

Market-leading pay rates

Flexible shift patterns

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience working in Primary Care and A&E/Urgent Care settings.
• Ability to take initial vital signs and use clinical assessment tools.
• Willingness to obtain an Enhanced DBS certificate.

Responsibilities

• Taking initial vital signs and conducting patient assessments.
• Assisting with wound care and basic clinical procedures.
• Maintaining accurate patient records.

Skills

Patient assessment

Vital signs monitoring

Wound care

Team support

Education

Health and Social Care NVQ Level 3

Job description

Job Title: A&E / Qualified HCA
Salary: £14 per hour
Location: Sandwell
Employment Type: Temporary
Hours: Full-time / Part-time available

Job Overview

We are currently recruiting a Locum Junior A&E / Urgent Care Nurse (Qualified HCA) to join our team in Sandwell. We support several practices and healthcare services, offering you a wide range of flexible shift options to suit your lifestyle.

Tasks

Taking initial vital signs (BP, pulse, temperature, respirations, oxygen saturations).

Conducting basic patient assessments, including presenting illness, symptoms, and red-flag warning signs.

Using appropriate clinical assessment tools to identify deteriorating or unwell patients.

Supporting nurses and clinicians in day-to-day duties within A&E/Urgent Care.

Assisting with wound care, dressings, and basic clinical procedures (within competence).

Maintaining accurate patient records and completing documentation as required.

Requirements

Minimum 2 years’ experience working in Primary Care and A&E/Urgent Care settings.

Health and Social Care NVQ Level 3 or higher qualification.

Ability to take initial vital signs, assess presenting symptoms, and use appropriate clinical assessment tools to recognise unwell patients.

Must not require sponsorship.

Valid passport (British or non-British).

Right to Work evidence:

• British passport holders: Passport only
• Non-British passport holders: Share Code + valid passport/ID

Enhanced DBS certificate (or willingness to obtain one).

Completion of all mandatory training modules (or willingness to complete).

Benefits

A dedicated consultant to support you throughout your placement.

A compliance officer to assist with documentation and keep all files up to date.

A finance officer to manage payments and ensure you are paid on time.

Market-leading pay rates — we continuously negotiate to help you achieve the best rate possible.

Flexible shift patterns to suit your availability.

If you meet the requirements and are passionate about delivering high-quality urgent care, we would love to hear from you.