Registered Nurse - Paediatric Emergency Department

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust; Uphill; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust in Weston-Super-Mare is seeking a Band 5 nurse to join the Emergency Department. You will assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care, collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team in a fast-paced environment.

You will maintain accurate records, administer medicines per policy and uphold infection prevention standards while supporting the smooth operation of the ED and patient care pathways.

Qualifications

• NMC registered nurse with current registration.
• Ability to administer medicines and manage patient care per policy.
• Experience documenting care and adhering to record-keeping standards.
• Strong communication, confidentiality, and team collaboration.
• Ability to work within Trust policies and professional boundaries.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care in the ED.
• Communicate effectively with patients, carers and the multidisciplinary team.
• Maintain accurate, timely records in line with policy.
• Administer medicines following Trust policy and infection control standards.
• Support the smooth running of the clinical area and assist with duties as required.

Job description

• Join a forward-thinking and innovative team - BFT is the birthplace of the 'Patient Safety checklist'
• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care
• Communicate effectively and maintain confidentiality with patient carers and the multi-disciplinary team. Give written and verbal advice/teaching to patients and carers.
• Provide accurate timely contemporary records of care and treatment in line with BFT record keeping policy and NMC
• Work within Trust Nursing policies and procedures and professional boundaries undertake all appropriate aspects of Nursing Care required including specific relevant clinical skills gained following appropriate training instruction.
• Promote and maintain a safe environment for patients: Administer medicines in accordance with Trust policy.
• Promote a clean environment and the prevention of hospital acquired infections.
• Respond positively and act promptly to resolve problems/issues for patients/carers, utilising complaints procedures and PALS where appropriate.
• Assist with the smooth running of the clinical area by carrying out other duties such as unpacking stores, tidying and cleaning up equipment.

Situated in the heart of Weston-Super-Mare, Weston General Hospital is a vital part of our community. With a patient-first approach, we take pride in delivering exceptional emergency care to those in need. As a Band 5 nurse in our Emergency Department, you'll be at the forefront of acute care, supported by state-of-the-art facilities and a collaborative environment.

When you join our team at BFT, you will:

• Work alongside a talented multi-disciplinary team, Bristol NHS Foundation Trust brings together more than 28,000 staff to deliver over 160 clinical services across thirteen hospital locations, operating from three main sites at Southmead, Bristol city centre and Weston.

With an annual turnover of £2.3 billion, we are now one of the largest NHS trusts in the United Kingdom. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer.