Staff Nurse - Emergency Department

NHS Borders; Melrose; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS Borders is recruiting for two 34.5-hour posts in the Emergency Department. You will join a fast-paced trauma unit that manages patients from medical, surgical, orthopaedics and paediatrics, with opportunities for training and a supportive team environment.

Experience in an acute setting is essential, and you may rotate to Ambulatory Care within Borders General Hospital. Shift work includes nights, days and weekends; the team values compassion, kindness, integrity, teamwork and excellence.

Qualifications

• Experience of working in an acute setting is essential.
• Ability to adapt quickly to a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to rotate to Ambulatory Care within Borders General Hospital.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care in a busy Emergency Department.
• Participate in a rotating shift pattern including nights, days and weekends.
• Contribute to a trauma unit caring for patients from multiple specialties.

Skills

Compassion

Kindness

Integrity

Teamwork

Excellence

Job description

Our Values in Action

Compassion Kindness Integrity Teamwork Excellence

2 x 34.5 hour posts

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the team in our Emergency Department. Experience of working in an acute setting is essential. This is a fast-paced environment with a varied and unpredictable workload so being able to adapt quickly to an ever-changing environment is vital. We are a Trauma Unit and receive patients from all specialities including medical, surgical, orthopaedics and paediatrics. Opportunities are available for training and you will be part of a welcoming team. Shift work includes nights, days and weekends. This is a permanent post and there may be a requirement to rotate to Ambulatory Care within Borders General Hospital.

Whether you're early in your career or looking to take the next step into a more senior role, NHS Borders offers a supportive environment where you can grow, influence change, and make a real impact.

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