Emergency Department Nurse Lead & Mentor

West Suffolk Nhs Foundation Trust; West Stow; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust requires an experienced ED nurse with strong leadership and mentoring skills. You will coordinate patient flow, prioritise admissions, and deputise for the Unit Manager while promoting a culture of high-quality care.

Essential qualifications include NMC registration and a nursing diploma, with teaching experience and commitment to ongoing professional development. The role supports staff education and evidence-based practice in a busy ED setting.

Qualifications

• NMC Registration is required to practice in the UK.
• Teaching or mentorship qualification is desirable or essential.
• Evidence of ongoing professional development is expected.
• ILS/ALERT training completed or in date.
• Diploma in Nursing is required or strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the Unit effectively; prioritise patients and direct transfers.
• Deputise in the absence of the Unit Manager and manage staff/resources.
• Promote staff development and create a learning environment.
• Support and lead research-informed practice and new initiatives.

Skills

Mentorship

IV Drug Administration

IT skills

Research awareness

Venepuncture

Prioritise care

Education

NMC Registration

Teaching qualification

ILS/ALERT

Diploma in Nursing

Job description

West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust requires an experienced ED nurse with strong leadership and mentoring skills. You will coordinate patient flow, prioritise admissions, and deputise for the Unit Manager while promoting a culture of high-quality care.

Essential qualifications include NMC registration and a nursing diploma, with teaching experience and commitment to ongoing professional development. The role supports staff education and evidence-based practice in a busy ED setting.