Band 5 - Accident & Emergency (A&E) Nurse - Hertfordshire

Pulse Nursing; Watford; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare staffing agency is seeking a Band 5 Accident & Emergency (A&E) Nurse based in Hertfordshire. The role involves providing urgent and critical care while handling high-pressure situations. Key responsibilities include triaging patients, administering treatments, and collaborating with the medical team. Candidates should have valid NMC registration and at least 6 months of experience. Flexible shifts and competitive pay rates are available.

Benefits

Competitive pay rates paid weekly

£500 Refer a Friend Bonus

Access to a dedicated consultant for support

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal skills to work effectively as part of a team.
• Willingness to work across various shifts including nights and weekends.
• A current DBS check can be facilitated by Pulse Nursing.

Responsibilities

• Triaging patients upon arrival and prioritising care.
• Administering initial treatments and stabilising patients.
• Monitoring vital signs and changes in patients' conditions.
• Assisting in performing diagnostic tests and interpreting results.
• Administering medications and therapy as prescribed.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Flexibility

Decision-making under pressure

Education

Valid NMC registration

6 months experience

Job description

Band 5 - Accident & Emergency (A&E) Nurse - Hertfordshire

Job Title: Accident & Emergency (A&E) Nurse

Banding: Band 5

Location: Hertfordshire

Rate: £17.00 - £29.00 per hour

As an Accident & Emergency (A&E) Nurse, you will be an integral part of our Emergency Department team, providing urgent and critical care to patients experiencing various medical emergencies. Your quick decision-making skills, ability to handle high-pressure situations, and compassionate approach will ensure that patients receive timely and efficient care during their most vulnerable moments.

Key Responsibilities

• Triaging patients upon arrival, assessing their condition, and prioritising care based on the severity of their condition.
• Administering initial treatments and interventions to stabilise patients, providing life-saving measures when necessary.
• Monitoring and recording vital signs, symptoms, and changes in patients' conditions.
• Assisting the medical team in performing diagnostic tests and interpreting the results.
• Administering medications and intravenous therapy as prescribed by physicians.
• Access to a dedicated consultant for support and advice.
• Flexibility: Full-time, part-time, and flexible shifts available to fit your lifestyle and commitments

Benefits

• Competitive pay rates paid weekly.
• Access to a dedicated consultant for support and advice.
• £500 Refer a Friend Bonus: Refer other healthcare professionals and earn a £500 bonus when they work with Pulse Nursing.
• Flexibility: Full-time, part-time, and flexible shifts available to fit your lifestyle and commitments

Requirements

• Valid NMC registration.
• 6 months experience.
• Communication: Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Flexibility & Reliability: Willingness to work across various shifts including nights, weekends and days.
• A current DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) check (Pulse Nursing can help facilitate this).

Next steps

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