Staff Nurse - Emergency Department

NHS; Royal Tunbridge Wells; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Une opportunité passionnante se présente pour un Infirmier Diplômé au sein d'une équipe dynamique à NHS Trust de Maidstone et Tunbridge Wells. En tant que partie intégrante de notre service d'urgence, vous aurez l'occasion de faire une réelle différence pour les patients, avec des perspectives de croissance et des formations continue. Rejoignez une équipe qui valorise votre développement professionnel et votre bien-être tout en fournissant des soins exceptionnels.

Benefits

27 jours de congés annuels plus jours fériés

Adhésion au régime de pension NHS

Éligibilité au Blue Light card

Qualifications

• Infirmier diplômé enregistré avec le Nursing and Midwifery Council.
• Formation en soins avancés (ex: Advance Life Support provider).
• Expérience en milieu clinique, en particulier dans un environnement d'urgence.

Responsibilities

• Évaluer, planifier, mettre en œuvre et évaluer les plans de soins des patients.
• Administrer des médicaments et des traitements avec soin.
• Surveiller les signes vitaux et répondre rapidement aux changements de condition.

Skills

Good interpersonal skills

Effective organisational skills

Adaptable and flexible

Commitment to high standards of patient-centred care

Ability to reflect on practice

Education

First level registered nurse registered with Nursing and Midwifery Council

Evidence of further education since qualification

Job description

Are you a compassionate and dedicated Registered Staff Nurse looking for an exciting new challenge and the opportunity to advance in your nursing career? Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust would love for you to join our dynamic and supportive Emergency Department team! As one of the top-performing Emergency Departments in the South East of England, and consistently ranked in the top 10 nationwide, we take pride in delivering exceptional care to our patients.

With around 160,000 patients visiting our Emergency Departments each year, this is an incredible opportunity for individuals who are eager to make a meaningful difference in patient care and to work within a collaborative, multi-disciplinary environment. We're seeking motivated, enthusiastic nurses who are ready to contribute their skills, grow professionally, and make a lasting impact.

We offer both full-time and part-time positions, and we encourage you to reach out if you'd like more details about the opportunities available.

Main duties of the job

Key Responsibilities

Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care plans

Administer medications and treatments with care

Monitor vital signs and respond promptly to changes in condition

Work closely with physicians and healthcare professionals

Ensure patient records are accurate and up-to-date

Provide support and education to patients and families

Adhere to policies, procedures, and regulations for high standards of care

We understand the importance of personal and professional growth, so you will receive all the support you need to thrive in your role. Whether you're seeking to deepen your clinical knowledge or explore leadership opportunities, we are here to encourage your development at every step.

Our supportive team, including the Practice Development Nurse and Clinical Skills Facilitators, will ensure you have all the tools you need to succeed. You'll have the chance to develop your skills in a fast-paced environment, alongside excellent mentors and colleagues.

With close links to three local universities, we're committed to helping you grow professionally through work-based education and structured development pathways. We also offer a range of training opportunities, including Minors study day, triage training, trauma training, and NIV study day.

Join us and become a part of an exciting, compassionate team that values your growth, well-being, and the incredible difference you make in the lives of our patients.

About us

Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust ranks among the top 10 NHS Trusts nationwide and was named the second-best Trust to work for in the South East in the 2023 and 2024 NHS Staff Survey.

We are a large acute hospital trust in south-east England, providing general hospital services and specialist care to around 600,000 residents in West Kent and East Sussex. With a dedicated and diverse team of over 8,000 staff we are proud to offer specialised cancer services to over two million people through the Kent Oncology Centre.

Fordcombe Hospital, near Tunbridge Wells, became part of the Trust in October 2024. Specialising in planned care, it offers two operating theatres, 28 inpatient and day-care beds, diagnostic services (X-ray, MRI, CT, and endoscopy), and consultation/treatment rooms.

Looking for flexible working?We are a flexible working-friendly organisation. Whether it's adjusting your hours or exploring other flexible arrangements, we want to work with you to find the best solution for you, our patients, and the Trust. Talk to us about how we can accommodate your working needs.

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Joining us includes a comprehensive benefits package:

• At least 27 days of annual leave plus public/bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time staff).
• Membership in the NHS Pension Scheme, with a 20.6% employer contribution and life assurance benefits
• Blue Light card eligibility
• And more, additional benefits can be found in the benefits documents below

Job responsibilities

Once your pre-employment checks have been completed you will be contacted by Recruitment to arrange your start date which will be in line with one of our Corporate Inductions.

Following your Corporate Induction you will be expected to attend the Trusts 2-week Induction Programme for RNs, NAs, RMs, ODPs and Paramedics. The programme is full-time (please email [e-mail] if this is problematic) and will involve travel to both Trust sites. The programme includes supernumerary shifts in the clinical area, classroom-based sessions and e-learning.

Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure & Barring Service Check at Enhanced Level. (Enhanced level now includes regulated checks against vulnerable adults and children)

At MTW, we seek to develop a culture where everyone can reach their full potential with opportunities to grow and develop their career. We recognise and value the unique contributions that each of our staff bring, delivering the best quality care and service to our patients. We are committed to being a diverse employer and strive to reflect everyone in our local communities. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences and celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that will make our Trust the best place to work.

Please note that this role may often attract a high level of applications. Please note this role may close earlier than the original closing date so please ensure you submit your application as soon as possible.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• First level registered nurse registered with Nursing and Midwifery Council
• Evidence of further education since qualification
• Advance Life Support provider

Experience/ Knowledge

• Thorough and up-to-date knowledge of nursing theory and best practice at the level of a newly qualified nurse.
• Understanding of equality and diversity and how to apply it to self.
• Understanding of NMC Code and requirements of it for own practice and behaviour.
• Insight and understanding of current issues in nursing and the NHS
• Experience in an emergency department setting
• Proficient clinician and clinical role model
• Understanding of audit and benchmarking processes

Skills

• Good interpersonal skills
• Evident commitment to high standards of patient-centred car
• Adaptable and flexible
• Effective organisational skills
• Ability to reflect on practice, accept criticism and act constructively
• Understanding of own accountability, responsibilities and reliabilities
• Utilises a problem-solving approach to work
• Demonstrates effective nursing practice in all basic registered nurse procedures.
• Able to prioritise own workload and that of others as appropriate
• Able to work under own initiative within boundaries of role
• Demonstrates awareness of importance of working as part of a team.
• Demonstrates awareness of research-based practice
• Able to communicate effectively verbally and written to staff, patients and relatives ensuring that communication is tailored to the person being addressed.
• Able to document observations, results, decisions and actions etc. effectively in patient health records and communicate these effectively to appropriate members of the multidisciplinary team.
• Motivated, and able to articulate reasons for desire, to work in this clinical area.
• Able to supervise clinical support workers and students effectively when required.
• Good written and non-verbal skills
• Commitment to teaching others

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

£31,049 to £37,796 a yearper annum pro rata