Job Overview
Are you a dynamic, motivated, clinically strong Registered Nurse with a passion for Emergency Medicine and an appetite for innovation for change and service improvement? An exciting opportunity has come up in our Emergency Department!
* Our multidisciplinary team consist of Emergency Medicine Consultants, Pharmacists, Junior Doctors and Physiotherapists, who work collaboratively to treat a complex mix of emergency department patients.
* Our nurses have the opportunity tap into the expertise of specialist nurses and doctors as they handle patient assessment, investigation, diagnosis and the management of patients with an emergency illness.
* We’re one of two designated Major Trauma Centres in the South West, working closely with a network of local unit trauma units to provide specialised trauma care and rehabilitation to patients with multiple serious injuries.
* Our nurses have access to an award winning in‑house Practice Development Nurse.
* Our Emergency Zone is purpose‑built to aid patient flow, transfer, and treatment. It comprises our Emergency Department and Acute Medical unit, featuring 4 bedded triage bays, 24 clinical assessment rooms, an ambulatory care unit, 16 short stay rooms, a separate emergency department entrance and a ground level helipad.
Please note, we are unfortunately unable to consider Newly Qualified Nurses for this vacancy.
Previous applicants need not reapply**
Responsibilities
* Work within a clinical care team.
* Take personal responsibility and accountability for ensuring that Trust and local policies and procedures are known and followed and will ensure duties are carried out in accordance with the advisory guidelines and practice set out in the NMC code of Professional conduct.
* Be responsible for assessment, planning, provision, maintenance and evaluation of patient care.
* Take responsibility for the supervision and guidance of other staff including healthcare support workers and students on a daily basis.
* Actively contribute to the provision of a good learning environment by taking on the role of mentor/assessor for learners eg. Student nurses and support worker roles.
* Organise and participate in the delivery of high standards of evidence based nursing care.
* Carry out required planned, direct patient care to a high standard without direct supervision in accordance with established nursing procedures and policies.
* Report to the appropriate members of the multidisciplinary team any significant changes in a patient’s condition or situation.
* Contribute towards health promotion for all patients by providing education, support and advice, as necessary. Ensure referral to appropriate professionals or agencies as required.
* Ensure the safe ordering, administration and custody of patients’ medication according to Trust policies and procedures.
* In the absence of senior staff be responsible for delegation and supervision of appropriate work to other qualified staff, health care assistants and students.
* Co‑ordinate discharge planning in partnership with the multidisciplinary team where relevant.
* Assist with admission, assessment and preparation of patients undergoing treatment or investigations where relevant.
* Escort patients to other wards or departments as required.
* Ensure patients are treated with courtesy at all times, individual needs respected and confidentiality maintained at all times.
* Liaise effectively with other disciplines or departments as appropriate.
* Participate in emergency situations and be familiar with emergency procedures including fire and resuscitation. Support and direct junior staff in such situations according to Trust policy.
* Ensure provision of a safe and therapeutic environment for all patients, relatives, visitors and colleagues.
* Ensure readiness for use of special equipment and availability of nursing supplies in conjunction with the senior ward nurses.
* Ensure safe custody of patients’ valuables and property according to Trust policies.
* Report to nurse in charge/line manager all complaints, incidents or accidents involving self, staff, patients, visitors and complete relevant documentation according to Trust procedure.
* Be responsible for reporting and documenting any broken or damaged equipment according to Trust policy.
* Have detailed knowledge of Manual handling regulations particularly with regards to the moving and handling of patients. Ensure assessment of patients’ manual handling needs are carried out and ensure junior staff and students follow these requirements in the course of care delivery.
* Ensure safe storage and disposal of substances hazardous to health in accordance with Trust policy.
* Assist senior staff or ward manager with monitoring and reporting to ensure stock levels are maintained and that the correct quantities are in supply.
* Monitor the use of supplies by junior staff to promote efficient use of all supplies.
* Have an awareness of the directorate bleep holding function.
* Have an awareness of the requirements for staffing the ward or department.
* Undertake aspects of ward administration as agreed by the ward/ department manager.
Working for our organisation
North Bristol NHS Trust employs over 12,000 staff providing healthcare to the residents of Bristol, South Gloucestershire and North Somerset from our award‑winning hospital building at Southmead. We are the regional Major Trauma Centre, and an internationally recognised centre of excellence in a range of services and major specialities. Our vision is that by enabling our teams to be the best that they can be, we will provide exceptional healthcare, personally delivered.
North Bristol NHS Trust values all people as individuals. We aim to be an anti‑discriminatory organisation and are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We welcome applicants from all under‑represented groups.
Person Specification
Education / Training / Qualifications
* Registered Nurse with current live NMC registration.
* Evidence of continuing professional development.
Work Experience
* A minimum of 12 months recent, post‑registration experience in an acute environment (ward area).
* Candidate will have undertaken required ward/department training (e.g. IV drug administration, cannulation, venepuncture, ECGs, male catheterisation).
Desirable Criteria
* Experience of working in an emergency department.
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
* Advanced communication skills, verbal & written, to include report writing and record keeping.
* Basic computer / IT skills and expectation to develop these in line with the needs of the service (e.g. IHS, Acis, Email use).
* Ability to work as part of a team.
* Sound knowledge of the guidelines set out in the NMC code of professional conduct and current nursing issues.
Application Information
Apply for this vacancy. If you have not received a communication from North Bristol NHS Trust within three weeks of the closing date, please assume that on this occasion your application has been unsuccessful.
Please note that North Bristol NHS Trust does not reimburse travel expenses relating to interview attendance.
If you feel you meet the requirements of the Disability Act / Two‑Ticks scheme and require further support/advice, please contact us on 0117 414 1151.
North Bristol NHS Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where we all belong. Applications are particularly encouraged from under‑represented groups.
Pre‑employment checks are undertaken on all successful applicants prior to commencement in post.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Health Care Provider
Industries – Hospitals and Health Care
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