Staff Nurse - Emergency Department

St Helens & Knowsley Teaching Hospitals / Mersey and West Lancs Teaching Trust; Sefton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team of nurses in the Emergency Department at a leading NHS Trust, committed to delivering 5-star patient care. This role offers a chance to thrive in a fast-paced environment, where your contributions will directly impact patient outcomes. You will be part of a supportive team that values professional development and continuous improvement in care delivery. With opportunities for career advancement and a commitment to staff wellbeing, this position is perfect for those passionate about making a difference in healthcare. If you are an NMC registered nurse or a student qualifying soon, we encourage you to apply and be part of this rewarding journey.

Benefits

Wellbeing Benefits

Professional Development Opportunities

Supportive Work Environment

Qualifications

• Registered General Nurses must be NMC registered and qualified before April 2025.
• Strong communication and assessment skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver quality patient care through assessment and planning.
• Assist in the admission, transfer, and discharge of patients.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication Skills

Assessment Skills

Risk Management

Decision-Making

Education

NMC Registration

Nursing Degree

Tools

Patient Tracking IT System

Job description

Opportunities have arisen for Registered General Nurses to join our hard-working and dedicated team of Nursing and Medical Staff in the Emergency Department at Southport Hospital.

The Emergency Department is located within Southport Hospital, offering a wide range of high-quality services. We are committed to the ongoing development of the services we deliver and are actively seeking to recruit experienced nurses to drive new improvements which benefit our patients and our care delivery.

If you are interested in joining our Emergency Department, then we would love to hear from you!

We welcome applications from NMC registered nurses and students who qualify before April 2025.

At Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospital NHS Trust, numerous dedicated nurses have commenced or enhanced a very promising career by applying for our recruitment event.

Once you become a MWL Nurse, you will find that the support received from staff and the gratitude of well-treated patients gives you the energy and desire to thrive in a fast-paced environment – all for a great cause: to deliver 5-star patient care. Before you know it, you will be up-skilling and preparing for your next career challenges in the Trust, in the community or in healthcare in general.

These posts will be subject to an Enhanced DBS (with barred list for vulnerable adults and children’s disclosure).

Key Responsibilities:

1. To contribute to the delivery of quality patient care by participating in and providing the assessment, planning, provision, and evaluation of individualised care.
2. To assist in the admission, transfer, and discharge of patients in accordance with local policy.
3. To participate in developing and monitoring standards of care and other quality initiatives in a positive manner.
4. To fulfil the role of the departmental triage nurse, utilising advanced skills of assessment, prioritisation, decision-making, risk management, and communication skills.
5. Under the direct supervision of a senior nurse to co-ordinate activity throughout the ED, with due regard for the multiple and complex needs of the department.
6. To always be caring, approachable, and display a consistently professional manner.
7. Promote the safeguarding of vulnerable patients in line with national and local policy.

The Secretary of State has approved the partnership between St Helens & Knowsley and Southport & Ormskirk Hospitals. From 1st July we have come together as a single organisation under the name Mersey & West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust.

The Trust delivers acute hospital care, intermediate care, community, and primary care services to a population of over 600,000 people with a combined workforce of around 9000 dedicated and skilled staff from 17 locations including Whiston, Southport & Formby, St Helens, Ormskirk, and Newton hospitals.

The Trust provides regional services for burns, plastic surgery, and spinal injuries to more than 4 million people across Mersey and West Lancashire, Cheshire, the Isle of Man, and North Wales.

Our Vision is to deliver 5 Star Patient Care:

1. CARE that is evidence-based, high quality, and compassionate.
2. SAFETY that is of the highest standards.
3. COMMUNICATION that is open, inclusive, and respectful.
4. SYSTEMS that are efficient, patient-centred, and reliable.
5. PATHWAYS that are best practice and embedded, but also respect the individual needs of patients.

Our Achievements Include:

1. Trust rated Outstanding by CQC Inspection August 2018.
2. Top 100 places to work in the NHS (NHS Employers & Health Service Journal).
3. Awarded National Preceptorship Accreditation (2023) for our Nursing & AHP Preceptorship Programme.

Please see our Wellbeing & Benefits booklet for more information on our staff benefits. Accessible version available upon request.

Clinical & Professional Responsibilities:

1. Maintain Professional Registration.
2. Adhere to the NMC Code of Practice and The Scope of Professional Practice.
3. Ensure that nursing care is appropriate, provided, and is consistent with clinical guidelines.
4. Participate in the prevention and control of infection within the capacity of their role.
5. Report and record any untoward incidents.
6. Assist in the promotion of effective communication with all staff, patients, and relatives and other departments as required.
7. Have responsibility for the security and maintenance of equipment belonging to the ED.
8. Assist the Nurse Coordinator in achievement of key performance indicators for the ED and the Trust.

Administrative Responsibilities:

1. Utilise knowledge of hospital systems/procedures in order to appropriately divert/refer patients to alternative/appropriate services and pathways.
2. Ensure that the recording of patient care is comprehensive, concise, and in line with the NMC Record Keeping guidance and Trust policy and procedure.
3. Ensure Emergency Department Patient Tracking IT system is current and reflective of patients in his/her care.

Teaching & Training Responsibilities:

1. Facilitate the acquisition of Band 5 grade competencies and skills.
2. Ensure fulfilment of the requirements for professional updating and maintain a personal record for future registration purposes.
3. Participate in the teaching of students and the in-service training of qualified nurses and health care assistants and act as facilitator/mentor/preceptor as appropriate.

Line Management/Supervisory Responsibilities:

1. Act as a preceptor for newly qualified staff nurses.
2. Deputise for the senior nurse where necessary.
3. Act as a role model to junior colleagues and students and a support mechanism for senior colleagues.

Research & Audit:

1. Participate in research/special projects/audit as requested by the Senior Nursing Team.
2. Contribute towards the setting, maintaining, and monitoring of standards of care within the Department by participating in Emergency Department audits.