An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Emergency Department at Worthing Hospital
We currently see over 100,000 patients per year, with 25% of patients we see being children.
We are also a designated Trauma unit
The Emergency Department consists of 5 adult and 1 Paediatric Resuscitation bays. 30 Major spaces, made up of 20 trolleys and 10 chairs, x2 Rapid Assessment Bays. The ED also has its own mental health area supported by RMNs working closing with the mental health liaison service provided by Sussex Partnership NHS Trust. Worthing ED has a dedicated Paediatric ED, which provides a separate waiting area. A newly opened Front door Urgent Treatment Centre, for the treatment of Minor Injuries and Illness.
We are keen to recruit enthusiastic, motivated nurses, who have excellent communication skills and are able to work in a fast paced and at times challenging environment. Applicants should ideally have a minimum of 1 year ED or acute experience but newly registered nurses may be considered.
We have an established induction and rotational programme through the department to support you, led by our Team Leaders and Practice Development Team. We follow the RCN National Curriculum and Competency Framework for Emergency Nursing, and are committed to supporting and developing all nurses, in order for each individual to flourish in their role and become confident and proficient Emergency Nurses.
To provide a high standard of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care as required within the Emergency Department.
To utilise a variety of strategies and communicate effectively with patients and their family/carers.
Liaise with the MDT, other departments within the Trust and pertinent agencies outside the organisation.
You will take responsibility for a specific area within the Emergency Department during a span of duty during absence of more senior staff.
At UHSussex (UHSx), diversity is our strength, & we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness & experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, & can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) & a Veteran Aware Trust.
Candidate Information Pack:
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Keira Robertson Job title: Senior Sister Email address: Telephone number:
Nurse in Charge
86870