Registered Nurse - Surgical Emergency Unit

Wirral; Wirral; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Band 5 Staff Nurse for the Surgical Emergency Unit (SEU) at Arrowe Park Hospital, Wirral. The role offers 37.5 hours weekly in a fast-paced unit delivering urgent surgical care and assessments.

The post requires ECG, venepuncture, cannulation and infection control proficiency, with a focus on teamwork and high standards of communication. NHS experience and ongoing professional development are valued.

Qualifications

• Evidence of professional development
• Be prepared to act as a practice supervisor
• Willing to undertake Practice Assessor Training
• Relevant degree or willingness to register to work towards degree
• Experience in NHS settings and infection control awareness

Responsibilities

• Assist the team in the efficient running of the Surgical Emergency Unit
• Care for surgical patients during hospital stay
• Maintain accurate records and monitor vital signs
• Support ECG, venepuncture, cannulation and catheterisation procedures

Skills

Good communication

Venepuncture

Venous cannulation

ECG recording

Infection prevention

Teamwork

Education

Nursing degree

Tools

ECG equipment

Venepuncture equipment

Job description

Registered Nurse - Surgical Emergency Unit

Band 5

Main area General Surgery Grade Band 5 Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week Job ref 408-26-794

Site Ward 17, Arrowe Park Hospital Town Wirral Salary £32,073 - £39,043 per annum pro rata Salary period Yearly Closing 28/10/2026 23:59

Job overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced worker to join the Surgical Emergency Unit (SEU) as a Band 5 Staff Nurse.

On this unit, no day is ever the same: It is a fast paced environment that strives to provide excellent assessment, efficient treatment and high quality patient care.

SEU is a 20 bedded assessment Unit that provides urgent care and assessment for a diverse range of acutely unwell surgical patients. We also have an Ambulatory area with 6 trolleys and 19 Chairs, where we provide initial assessment for patients referred via their general practitioners or from ED., In addition to this, we run an Ambulatory clinic (Mon - Fri) which allows investigations such as CT/ Ultrasound scans to be done efficiently and at short notice. This clinic helps prevent hospital admissions whilst positively impacting patient experience.

Main duties of the job

This role will involve assisting the team in the efficient running of the unit and caring for surgical patients during their hospital stay.

Good interpersonal skills and high standards of written and verbal communication are essential. We also require a caring attitude and motivation to learn and develop practice. Experience in ECG recording, monitoring vital signs, Venepuncture, venous cannulation and catheterisation are also essential. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate a good knowledge of infection prevention and control along with an understanding of the surgical admission process.

Working for our organisation

All new colleagues can expect to receive a warm and friendly Wirral welcome from the very first time they make contact with us. We are described as "competent and caring staff" by our patients.

Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is situated on The Wirral peninsula which has a stunning coastline and beautiful countryside surroundings, with great activities for its residents.

We are one of the largest and busiest acute Trusts in the North West of England, comprising of the Wirral’s only Emergency Department. We provide a high quality range of acute care services and employ over 6,000 staff, who serve a population of approximately 400,000 people across Wirral, Ellesmere Port, Neston, North Wales and the wider North West footprint.

We have approximately 855 beds trust-wide and our financial turnover is in excess of £337m.

The Wirral is easily accessible with excellent transport links including motorway, train, bus or ferry and within easy reach to the major cities of Liverpool, Chester and Manchester as well as neighbouring North Wales.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description & Person Specification for more information about the Registered Nurse - Surgical Emergency Unit opportunity available with WUTH.

Person specification

Qualifications, Specific Experience & Training

• Evidence of professional development
• Act as a practice supervisor
• Willing to undertake Practice Assessor Training
• Relevant Degree or willing to register to work towards degree
• Relevant or willingness to undertake relevant module/course
• Suitable for newly qualified or experienced staff nurse
• Experience of maintaining accurate records
• Relevant clinical knowledge and experience
• NHS Experience
• Awareness of Health Policies and the changing NHS environment

Knowledge and Skills

• Awareness of evidence based practice
• Good organisation/ time management
• Ability to deal with an acute workload
• Good communication skills written and verbal
• Ability to recognise the importance of teamwork
• Ability to problem solve
• Good time management
• Competent in organising/prioritising own workload and that of others
• Ability to communicate confidently and effectively at all levels
• Ability to problem solve
• Teaching experience: Student nurse assessor/ supervisor. Evidence of ability to act as a mentor to new staff. Evidence of involvement in producing teaching strategies/ packages.
• Managerial & Clinical Skills: Relevant clinical knowledge/ experience of the speciality. Evidence of an initiative which has changed or enhanced clinical practice. Competent in organising own workload and that of others
• Good problem solving abilities
• Good time management
• Awareness of Health Policies and the changing NHS environment

General Information

Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) Information

If the post you are applying for requires a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, please note that, in line with Trust policy, the cost of submitting and processing the DBS application for successful applicants will be met by the individual.

For substantive employees, the DBS costs are recovered through salary deductions following commencement in post in 3 equal instalments.

For bank workers and individuals appointed to honorary positions that require a DBS check, the cost must be paid in advance via the Trusts payment link before a start date can be confirmed.

Please note that DBS fees and any associated administration charges are subject to periodic review and may change from time to time.

The cost of the DBS check would vary depending on the level required for the role:

The Trust would encourage all post holders who require a DBS for their role to registered with the DBS Update Service. You can find out more information and guidance on how to do this at DBS Update Service - GOV.UK

Please note that it is the responsibility of applicants to assess their own eligibility for apprenticeship opportunities in relation to the role they are applying for. Eligibility is determined by specific residency requirements set by government funding rules and is assessed on a case-basis. Our organisation cannot guarantee eligibility for all applicants.

UK nationals or individuals with the right of abode typically meet the residency requirement if they have been ordinarily resident in the UK, the British Overseas Territories, or the Crown Dependencies (Channel Islands and Isle of Man) for at least three years prior to the start date of the apprenticeship.

Eligibility to work in the UK will be verified during the final stages of the selection process. All candidates must either already have the right to work in the UK before commencing employment or meet the Home Office criteria for visa sponsorship. Please note that it is the responsibility of applicants to assess their own eligibility for visa sponsorship in relation to the role they are applying for. Our organisation cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles, and eligibility is determined by the UK Home Office’s points-based immigration system on a case-basis. For further information please see: Skilled Worker Visa Eligible Occupations and Codes.

For further details on skilled worker sponsorship, please consult the UK Home Office guidance: Skilled Worker visa: Overview - GOV.UK. Additionally, the New guidance for overseas applicants | NHS Employers provides helpful information on the recruitment process for candidates applying for roles in the UK.

It is the applicant’s responsibility to check that they meet the current English language requirements before submitting an application for a role where they would require a visa application. Full details are available here Skilled Worker visa: Knowledge of English - GOV.UK

This information does not constitute legal advice, and we strongly recommend seeking independent legal guidance tailored to your individual circumstances.

Safeguarding

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all unborn babies, children and adults and is signed up to both the Wirral Safeguarding Children's Partnership and the Wirral Safeguarding Adults Partnership Board associated policies and procedures. All Trust staff must be familiar with, and adhere to these procedures. It is the post holders responsibility to attended the Trusts mandatory training Protecting Vulnerable People training, and to follow the relevant Trusts polices and practice guidance.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.