Staff Nurse, Emergency Department

States of Guernsey; England; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established health service in the picturesque Island of Guernsey is seeking a dedicated Band 5 registered nurse. This role offers the opportunity to supervise and develop nursing staff while ensuring high standards of patient care. With a focus on professional growth, the position emphasizes effective collaboration within a multidisciplinary team. Enjoy competitive salaries, modern facilities, and a supportive work environment that prioritizes work-life balance. Join a caring community that values your contributions and fosters your professional development.

Benefits

Attractive relocation policy

Excellent training support

Healthy work-life balance

Qualifications

• Band 5 registered nurses supervise and develop nursing staff.
• Knowledge and competence in established nursing procedures are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care programs.
• Supervise and mentor newly qualified and unqualified nursing staff.
• Ensure adherence to nursing care standards and policies.

Skills

Patient Care Management

Clinical Supervision

Effective Communication

Nursing Procedures

Evidence-Based Practice

Education

Registered Nurse Qualification

Job description

Job Summary

It is expected that, as a result of general training and experience, Band 5 registered nurses are able to supervise and participate in the professional and skills development of qualified and unqualified nursing staff. By demonstrating knowledge and competence in relation to firmly established procedures and policies, they shall also assist newly appointed nursing staff to progress to the same level of competence.

Main duties of the job

As An Effective Role Model The Post Holder Shall:

• Be responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating programmes of care for patients.
• Deliver care in accordance with current ward philosophy.
• Adhere to policies, procedures, and guidelines contained within the States of Guernsey Policy Folders.
• Act as a clinical supervisor and preceptor to develop skills of first and second level nurses, and nursing auxiliaries.
• Assist new staff in completing orientation and induction programmes.

About Us

The Island of Guernsey is in the English Channel in the Bay of St Malo, 50km off the north-west coast of France and 120km from the English coast. Guernsey has a population of around 63,000, and in Alderney just under 2,000. Working in a relatively small Health and Social Care Service allows effective collaboration across services, professionals, agencies, the third sector, and the community.

We offer an attractive relocation policy, competitive salaries, modern facilities, excellent training, revalidation and registration support, and a healthy work-life balance.

Join our team as a health or social care professional and enjoy a caring environment that supports your professional growth.

Job Details

Posted on: 24 April 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for Change

Band: Band 5

Salary: £38,744 to £49,970 per year

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time

Reference: K0005-25-0055

Locations: Princess Elizabeth Hospital, Le Vauquiedor, St. Martin, Guernsey, GY4 6UU

Job Description

Job responsibilities

Practice and Philosophy of Nursing:

• Understand and adhere to ward philosophy principles.
• Work towards meeting ward aims and objectives.
• Apply the theory and principles of the nursing model.
• Manage total care of a group of patients within your competence.
• Supervise newly qualified and unqualified staff.
• Ensure effective communication within the multidisciplinary team.
• Implement standards for nursing care.
• Adhere to the NMC Code of Professional Conduct.
• Comply with the scope of professional practice.
• Perform nursing procedures according to the Royal Marsden Manual.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Provide direction as a named assessor for junior staff and learners.
• Facilitate staff in achieving learning objectives and competencies.
• Maintain and develop evidence-based practice skills.
• Supervise patient care, providing advice and guidance.
• Recognize limitations and refer to more experienced nurses when necessary.
• Participate in clinical supervision.

Role Development:

• Set professional development targets through appraisals.
• Understand and support the role of Team Leader.
• Provide leadership in the absence of the Team Leader.
• Support key multidisciplinary team members.

Health and Safety:

• Safeguard the welfare and safety of patients, staff, and self.
• Report incidents and complete documentation.
• Follow safe moving and handling policies.
• Be proficient in basic life support and resuscitation techniques.
• Observe fire safety and infection control policies.
• Maintain ward equipment safely.
• Understand the Major Incident Procedure.
• Attend mandatory safety training sessions.