Deputy Shift Leader / Nurse Practitioner - Emergency Medicine

Salford Royal NHS Foundation Trust; Salford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Salford is seeking an experienced Emergency Nurse to join the Emergency Department. The role involves leading clinical areas, delivering patient-centred care, and providing managerial leadership. Candidates should have significant experience in emergency care and qualifications including a first level degree and mentorship certification. The position offers a competitive package and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Flexible working opportunities

Health and wellbeing activities

Qualifications

• Current experience in emergency care at Band 5 or above.
• Significant clinical experience in A&E.
• Ability to lead a designated clinical area.

Responsibilities

• Lead a designated clinical area and manage daily operations.
• Deliver excellent patient-centred care.
• Oversee team performance to achieve Trust goals.

Skills

Emergency care expertise

Leadership

Team management

Education

First level degree

Mentorship qualification

TNCC or ATNC provider status

Job description

Overview

A Vacancy at Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust.

As we continue to expand and develop as a leading Trauma Centre, we are seeking a highly skilled Emergency Nurse to join our team in the Emergency Department. This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of a dynamic environment and play a crucial role in delivering care to our complex patient caseload. We are looking for a dedicated and experienced Emergency Nurse who can rise to the challenges of this fast-paced setting, providing both clinical and managerial leadership. If you have the skills and expertise to thrive in a trauma environment, we encourage you to apply and be part of our evolving team.

Responsibilities

• Lead a designated clinical area (majors, minors and resus) and take on aspects of managerial responsibility.
• Demonstrate drive, commitment and a strong sense of leadership to deliver excellent patient-centred care.
• Maintain proven clinical ability in A&E with substantial experience at Band 5 or above; manage all aspects of the ED on a daily basis, including an understanding of flow and capacity; lead the team to achieve Trust goals.
• Evidence achievements and plans to develop areas of practice through a professional portfolio to be scrutinised as part of the selection process.

Qualifications

• Current experience in emergency care, with significant ED experience at Band 5 or above.
• First level degree.
• Mentorship qualification and TNCC or ATNC provider status (ideally).

What we offer

You will be supported in a progressive and successful organisation that prioritises high-quality, safe care underpinned by best practice. The role offers purpose and flexibility, with opportunities for career development within the size and scale of the NCA. Benefits include a competitive package, generous annual leave, flexible working opportunities and protected hours for health and wellbeing activities.

Additional information

Salford Royal has teamed up with housing association Salix Homes to provide a 26-apartment complex for doctors, nurses and other clinical staff new to the Trust. Please enquire upon appointment to review availability.

The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people across Greater Manchester. Our 20,000 colleagues care for people in hospital and in the community, across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham and Salford, to save and improve lives.

As a large NHS trust we are committed to improving health and well-being by delivering high standards of care and collaborating with local authorities and key partners. We value care, appreciation and inspiration and look for people who share these core values to join our team.

How to apply

To read more information about the advertised role and main job duties/responsibilities, please open the Job Description and Person Specification under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more about working at the Northern Care Alliance in the Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk

Closing date

This advert closes on Wednesday 8 Oct 2025.