About this role
Job summary
The Emergency Department at the Luton & Dunstable Hospital is one of the busiest in the region. Due to Luton's unique location we see injuries from both urban and rural settings. The department is made up of several locations including Adult ED, Paediatric ED and Minor injuries, with an onsite GP service. The multidisciplinary teams we work closely with involve frailty, physiotherapy, clinical navigation and mental health.
We are looking to welcomeRegistered Nurses with NMC registration and PIN already available and preferably with experience to our Emergency Department team. This is a great opportunity to develop clinical and leadership skills in a fast-paced and forward-thinking environment. We will support you to become confident in the assessment, recognition and management of patients within the emergency setting.
Our successful applicants will benefit from the internal and external courses and the support of our senior team and our practice development nurses. We hold in house training and actively engage with the multidisciplinary team to aid in teaching.
ONLY FACE TO FACE INTERVIEWS WILL BE DONE.
Main duties of the job
Professional Responsibilities
Assess patient care needs and the development and implementation of programmes of patient care and participate in the evaluation of these. To ensure a high standard of nursing care is performed at all times and assist in the review and regular update of these standards. Ability to recognise and respond appropriately to changes in the patient's condition and safety. Management Responsibilities
To manage the maintenance of an acceptable environment for patients, reporting and taking appropriate action on hazards and faulty equipment. To report incidents using the Trust electronic incident reporting system. Management of patients with regard to their nursing /clinical needs as directed by the nurse in charge. Professional and Legal Responsibilities
Maintain professional portfolio. Maintain clinical study to fulfil professional registration and show evidence ofcontinuing professional development. To uphold the principles of the NMC code of professional conduct. To be conversant with all the Nursing policies and Procedures.
About us
Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Both hospital sites offer key services such as A&E, Obstetrics-led Maternity and Paediatrics. You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology.
Our Values
We not only recruit based on qualifications and experience - we recruit individuals who demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. We achieve this by using values based recruitment. We are dedicated to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone, we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and creating a culture that values differences.
Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering first 6 months in post. Travel between hospital sites may be required.
Job description Job responsibilities
Successful candidates will enter into a robust and varied training programme, delivered and coordinated by our Practice Development Nurse. You can look forward to daily teaching, simulation training, minors skills development and an individualised personal development plan, supported by the PDN and Band 7 leads.
If you are seeking a new and exciting opportunity or looking for a change in your career this opportunity is for you. Emergency Department experience isnt a requirement but relevant ward/unit based experience is essential and we value all the experience that you have gained in your career.
Candidates without NMC registration and IMEDIATELY available PIN, will not be accepted.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Current Registered Nurse with the NMC and PIN available
Desirable
Mentorship or teaching qualification
Knowledge/Experience Essential
Demonstrates awareness of current changes in the NHS - in particular related to Nursing Awareness of the NHS and Emergency Department various targets
Desirable
Knowledge of clinical effectiveness, governance, research and audit
Skills Essential
Venepuncture and Cannulation Competent in the administration of intravenous medication Competent with female and male catheterisation Immediate Life support
Desirable
Ability to prioritise and organise workload (examples) Ability to use computers and software such as Word/Excel or the equivalent Basic Life support
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address Luton and Dunstable Hospital NHS Trust - Emergency Department
Lewsey Road
Luton
LU4 0DZ
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.bedfordshirehospitals.nhs.uk/working-here/ (Opens in a new tab)