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Job overview
We are currently looking for enthusiastic and motivated Band 5’s who have a passion for Emergency Nursing to join our friendly Emergency Department. It is desirable to have post registration experience in an acute care setting and have the resilience to meet the challenges of our busy but rewarding department, however we would also like to hear from newly qualified nurses or those who have worked in an acute setting prior or during training and have an interest in making this their career
Newham Emergency Department serves a large diverse population and on average see’s 400-500 patients a day, including acute medical patients, paediatrics, and patients in a mental health crisis.
Main duties of the job
To provide the highest standard of individualised and holistic patient care, in conjunction with the interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary teams. You will be self-motivated an excellent communicator and have proven clinical and organisational skills but also have a desire to learn and develop and work as an integral member of our large and dynamic team. The post holder will work within the NMC Code, trust policies, guidance, and procedures to ensure safe working practice.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.
Person specification
Skills
Essential
- Ability to carry out essential nursing care and procedures
- Ability to prioritise clinical work effectively
- Ability to recognise own limitations and work within limits of competence
- Able to work within set time frames working to priorities and deadlines
- Ability to communicate effectively in both a written and oral manner
- Ability to demonstrate use of basic IT systems
- Ability to use and maintain resources efficiently and effectively
- Ability to take an active role in agreed learning activities and maintains a record of them.
- To work effectively as part of the multi disciplinary tea
Desirable
- Competentent in phlebotomy and cannulation
- Immediate Life Support
- Ability to demonstrate enthusiasm towards teaching and sharing knowledge
- Understanding of own knowledge and skills
- Demonstrates the ability to identify own learning needs
- Ability to communicate effectively across the department and within the directorate.
- Ability to accurately record and report back on patient assessments undertaken and risks identified
Knowledge
Essential
- Clinical governance
Desirable
- Knowledge and understanding of National issues relating to Emergency Care
Experience
Essential
- Registered Nurse who can demonstrate a commitment and interest in Emergency Nursing via experience as a student or in a healthcare role.
Desirable
- Previous Emergency Department Experience
- Experience of working in an Acute Care Setting
- Experience of Caring for patients in mental health crisis
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree Registered Paediatric Nurse or equivalent experience
- NMC Registration in Uk
Desirable
- Drug administration
- Mentorship Course or equivalent
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This advert is for Staff Nurse with Barts Health NHS Trust in London, London, England. It is listed as a Band 5 Nurse (adult and children) role. The advertised salary is £32,073 - £39,043 per annum inc. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 30 Jun 2026.
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