Band 5 A&E Nurse

TopNurse; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job description

Job Posting: Band 5 A&E Nurse – Royal Free

Client Name: Royal Free
Role: Band 5 A&E Nurse
Shifts: Flexible hours, with shifts available throughout the day, night, and weekends

About the Role

As a Band 5 A&E Nurse at Royal Free, you will work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment, providing constant monitoring and care for patients in seriously ill or unstable conditions. You will be using some of the most advanced medical equipment in the country while working alongside a friendly, welcoming team of healthcare professionals.

Culture and Inclusion

As a valued team member in the high-pressure A&E department, your wellbeing is of the utmost importance. The Royal Free/Barnet Hospital provides supportive workplace facilities to ensure you have everything you need to perform your role effectively.

Skills Focus

It is essential that you can remain calm under pressure while providing excellent patient care. You will need to draw on your quick-thinking abilities and clinical expertise to assess and prioritise patient needs effectively while carrying out emergency procedures.

Patient Focus

Your clinical knowledge and experience will allow you to support seriously ill patients and their families during stressful and uncertain situations. Key responsibilities include:

• Taking blood samples
• Undertaking patient observations (blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respiration rate, and oxygen levels)
• Providing reassurance and guidance to patients
• Handling emergency admissions and triage cases

General Key Skills

In addition to your qualifications, as a Band 5 A&E Nurse, you should have:

• Quick-thinking abilities
• Patience and the ability to remain calm in high-pressure situations
• Excellent attention to detail
• Strong time management skills
• Ability to work well under pressure
• Empathy and understanding
• A flexible and adaptable attitude
• A strong desire to learn and improve
• Active listening skills
• Competency in using IT systems

Main Duties & Responsibilities

As a Band 5 A&E Nurse with Royal Free, you will:

• Provide constant monitoring and care for patients in seriously ill or unstable conditions.
• Support emergency admissions and their families, ensuring effective communication of clinical information.
• Assess and prioritise patient requirements, delegating effectively.
• Recognise, review, and report changes in patient conditions to senior medical staff.
• Adhere to the NMC professional Code of Conduct.
• Take blood samples, fit cannulas, and conduct patient observations.
• Treat resuscitation patients and manage triage cases.

Qualifications & Requirements

Essential:

• Registered Nurse (NMC registration required)
• At least 2 years post-graduate experience
• 6 months recent NHS experience within the last 3 years
• Enhanced background check clearance

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you are a Band 5 A&E Nurse and believe you have what it takes to be a part of the outstanding team at Royal Free/Barnet Hospital, apply today!