Registered Nurse / Paramedic

Gloucestershire Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust; Cinderford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS healthcare provider seeks a Band 5 role at Forest of Dean Hospital, focusing on triage of patients and ensuring their safety while collaborating with Emergency Practitioners. This position offers extensive training opportunities for personal and professional development, preparing candidates with the necessary skills to excel in their role. Ideal for dedicated individuals eager to contribute to patient care in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Qualification, training, and experience as outlined in the Job Description/Person Specification.

Responsibilities

• Triage patients using Manchester Triage.
• Maintain safety of patients waiting for assessment.
• Work alongside Emergency Practitioners to deliver care.

Job description

Forest of Dean Hospital has a dedicated minor injury & illness unit (MIiU) open 7 days a week 08:00 - 20:00 hrs for Paediatrics & Adults with Minor Injury & illness presentations.

The Band 5 role includes the triage of patients using Manchester Triage and maintaining the safety of patients that are waiting to be assessed whilst working alongside the Emergency Practitioners to deliver care.

As a member of the Gloucestershire NHS, the unit offers a diverse range of training opportunities and is committed to personal as well as service development. We also offer the opportunity of training with a preceptor to support the transition induction period and ongoing professional development.

The qualification, training & experience requirements for the role are underlined in the Job Description/Person Specification.