Job overview
The ED Team at St Richards is looking for Band 3 Senior Emergency Nursing Assistant who is passionate about delivering quality patient care and who wants to make a difference to patients and their families at a time, they are most in need.
We have a co-located UTC and are working on improved pathways to enable the right care at the right time for our patients.
We are looking for kind and caring, dynamic nurses with excellent communication and organisational skills, who are able to motivate, support and inspire others and be proactive in their role.
We receive a wide variety of Emergency patients, including Trauma, Medical/Surgical, Gynaecology, Maternity and Paediatrics and have dedicated Stroke Service. We have a well-developed Emergency Nurse Practitioner Team who work closely with staff to develop and enhance their knowledge and skills in minor injury management and treatment
We strive to provide the best support for our staff and nurture them, so they can be the best they can be, and provide optimal care for our patients. We believe that every member of staff is pivotal in providing a positive experience for patients and encourage all team members to contribute to their overall journey.
If you would like to learn more, or arrange a visit, please feel free to contact us for an informal visit.
Main duties of the job
Support nursing staff to provide fundamental standards of care for our patients.
Complete investigations to support nursing team and clinicians to include observations, pressure area care, ECGs, venepuncture and cannulation.
Maintain infection prevention standards to include cleaning of equipment and patient areas.
Attend and participate fully in team meetings, safety and improvement huddles
· Take personal ownership in giving and receiving feedback; reinforce positive behaviours, and constructively challenge behaviour that does not reflect our Trust values
· Work to ensure that the workplace is free from harassment and discrimination (see also protected characteristics details in the Equality and Diversity statement below)
· Welcome patients and visitors to the department
· Provide/receive complicated and sensitive information relating to patient care communicating clearly, concisely and accurately and escalating enquiries where appropriate
· Always communicate with tact and empathy, and interact appropriately with patients and relatives/carers where barriers to communication may exist (e.g. challenging behaviour, varying levels of ability, where English is not the first language)
Working for our organisation
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and 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, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
To work in ED to help provide assessment, care and treatment to patients in a timely manner. To provide the best care possible based on best practice.
1. Handle, log and store patient property (including clothing and valuables).
2. Print patient wristbands, ensure notes are filed in correct location, keep relevant patient documentation together, print patient blood labels.
3. Ensure patient details are correct and updated, ie address and mobile number
To facilitate the completion of all induction documentation and clinical skills for junior members of staff using competency assessment and action planning.
Please see Job Description and Person Specification for full details.
Person specification
Knowledge
Essential criteria
4. Care Certificate/Level 3 Qualification in Health and Social Care or Higher
5. Existing acute care experience
Desirable criteria
6. Minor injury skills (plastering, wound management)
7. Venepuncture and cannulation skills
8. ECG competency
9. Manual handling competency
10. NVQ Level 3
11. Infection prevention competency
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Essential criteria
12. Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
13. Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
Important information for applicants:
A Note on AI Use in Applications
We value the individuality and authenticity that each candidate brings to the application process. While AI tools are increasingly accessible, we strongly discourage their use in completing your application. Your responses should reflect your own voice, experiences, and motivations—elements that are essential to a fair and accurate evaluation.
Applications that rely heavily on AI-generated content may misrepresent your abilities and could result in your application being rejected. We encourage you to take the time to present your genuine self, as this helps us better understand your potential and ensures a transparent selection process.
Closing Adverts Early: In the event of exceptional interest, we may close adverts earlier than specified.
Some of our adverts are capped for a limited number of applications; therefore, the advert will close once the cap has been reached. We therefore encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible if you are interested in the position to prevent you from missing out on applying for the opportunity.
Flexible Working: If you would like to explore potential options regarding flexible working please speak with the appropriate recruiting/line manager.
DBS Checks: As part of our commitment to a safe working environment, we undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check on all new employees where the role is eligible for a criminal record check. We make offers in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.
Skilled Worker Visa: Applications for Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome for the roles that meet the Visa and Immigrations eligibility criteria. For further information please visit the gov.uk website searching for Skilled Worker. It is your responsibility as the applicant to ensure that you meet this criteria.
UHSussex reserves the right to close the role early if we receive a high volume of applications