Registered Nurse - ED

Job overview

We are seeking experienced staff nurses to join us in our emergency department at Queens Hospital Burton. Working in our ED you will get to work in all areas of the department - Pitstop, Majors, resus and our newly built urgent treatment centre. As we are a dual ED we see both adults and children, you will be given adequate training for this.

We show our commitment to our teams through excellent development and progression opportunities, starting with a comprehensive Induction programme. We’re proud to nurture and support our nurses to provide the very best care. In return, you’ll deliver our values and nurse with pride, respect, empathy, consideration, compassion and dignity.

The ED is an exciting place to work, great team work and multi-disciplinary working ensures that all new starters are made to feel supported and welcome. As you progress through your induction a vast array of learning opportunities are available such as triage competency, cannulation and venepuncture and ILS/PILs. We offer in house training from our dedicated education team who run study days and help keep you up to date with mandatory training.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will prioritise, assess, plan, evaluate and deliver all relevant aspects of care to an agreed and expected high standard. Work closely with the multi-disciplinary team and contribute to the clinical governance process. Act as a mentor/preceptor to junior staff, with specific responsibility for pre-registration students. Participate fully in a structured competency based programmes, as required while working in all areas of the Emergency Department.

Closing date of applications: 6 May 2026

Interview date: 20 May 2026

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

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