Staff Nurse - Emergency Department - Paediatrics

TN United Kingdom; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Band 5 Paediatric Staff Nurses to join their dynamic Emergency Department team in Blackburn. This role offers the opportunity to work in a major trauma unit, providing critical care to a diverse patient population. The department emphasizes professional development and mentorship, ensuring new staff are well-supported. With state-of-the-art facilities and a commitment to high-quality patient care, this position is perfect for self-motivated nurses looking to advance their careers in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

State-of-the-art staff changing area

Staff room

Education room

Wellbeing retreat

Qualifications

• High standards of accuracy, literacy, and numeracy skills.
• Confidence in dealing with people face-to-face and over the phone.

Responsibilities

• Provide care in the paediatric area and other sections of the Emergency Department.
• Manage patient care and prioritize workload effectively.

Skills

Advanced Life Support

Patient Care Management

Communication Skills

Workload Prioritization

Multi-tasking

Education

Nursing Degree

Job description

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Staff Nurse - Emergency Department - Paediatrics, Blackburn

Client:

East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust

Location:

Blackburn, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

51e192275994

Job Views:

3

Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

Job Description:

Job overview

The ED team at Royal Blackburn is looking to recruit Band 5 Paediatric staff nurses to join our busy and expanding team.

We are a busy department covering a diverse population and are a major trauma unit.

We seek self-motivated nurses who are committed, flexible, and approachable to help advance our department.

Main duties of the job

Our team includes ENPs, ACPs, and Practice Educators, supported by a diverse and innovative senior nursing team. We value the varied experiences and qualities staff bring.

Working for our organisation

The Royal Blackburn Teaching Hospital Emergency Department provides care for both adults and children with serious illnesses or injuries, serving approximately 154,000 attendees annually. The department features an 8-bed resuscitation area and 43 major cubicles.

It is a trauma unit with a helipad onsite for critical patients via North West Air Ambulance.

Facilities include a state-of-the-art staff changing area with showers, a staff room, an education room, and a wellbeing retreat.

Additional services include 2 Urgent Care Centres and 2 Minor Injuries Units at Accrington Victoria Hospital and Rossendale Health Centre.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

This role is primarily for our paediatric area but also covers all department sections, including ED majors, Resus, UCC, and potential work at Burnley's UCC and Accrington Victoria's MIU. The department supports new staff with a welcoming, supportive culture emphasizing nursing development and skill expansion. A period of supernumerary time will be provided, with mentorship support.

Person specification

Attainments

• High standards of accuracy, literacy, and numeracy skills
• Ability to manage patient care and prioritize workload
• Confidence in dealing with people face-to-face and over the phone
• Ability to understand, absorb, and follow detailed procedures
• Skill in managing multiple tasks simultaneously
• Advanced Life Support skills

Special aptitudes

• Clear, accurate written and verbal communication
• Willingness to learn new skills and knowledge
• Ability to manage priorities under pressure
• Initiative and ability to work independently within protocols