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

Pulse Nursing; Truro; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare staffing agency is seeking a Band 5 Accident & Emergency Nurse in Cornwall. This role involves providing urgent and critical care to patients in a high-pressure environment. Candidates must have a valid NMC registration and at least 6 months of relevant experience. The position offers flexible shifts and competitive pay rates.

Benefits

Competitive pay rates paid weekly

Access to a dedicated consultant

£500 Refer a Friend Bonus

Flexibility in shifts

Qualifications

• 6 months experience in a related role.
• Willingness to work various shifts including nights and weekends.
• Able to handle high-pressure situations.

Responsibilities

• Triaging patients upon arrival, assessing their condition.
• Administering initial treatments and interventions.
• Monitoring and recording vital signs and symptoms.
• Assisting in diagnostic tests and interpreting results.
• Administering medications and intravenous therapy.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Ability to work effectively as part of a team

Flexibility

Reliability

Education

Valid NMC registration

Job description

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

Accident & Emergency Nurse (A&E). Banding: Band 5. Location: Cornwall. Rate: £20.00 - £33.92 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.

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.

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).
• Reasonable Adjustments: If you require adjustments during recruitment or in the workplace, please highlight this at the earliest opportunity by contacting our team.

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