A&E for BETSI Trust

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Cymru

£30 - £45 per hour

Full-time

Job reference

MP A&E BETSI_1784031988

Job Title: Registered Nurse - Emergency Department / A&E

Band: Band 5 (NHS Agenda for Change)

Location: North Wales (Ysbyty Gwynedd, Ysbyty Glan Clwyd, or Wrexham Maelor Hospital)

Reports To: Ward Manager / Senior Sister / Charge Nurse

Accountable To: Directorate Nurse Manager

Job Purpose

The post holder will be responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of evidence-based nursing care within the fast-paced environment of the Emergency Department. Working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team (MDT), you will ensure the delivery of high-quality, compassionate, and safe care to patients presenting with acute illnesses and trauma, supporting them and their families through critical situations.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

1. Clinical Practice & Patient Care

Rapid Assessment & Triage: Efficiently triage, assess, and prioritize incoming patients based on the clinical severity of their injury or illness.
Acute Interventions: Stabilize and manage acutely unwell or traumatized patients using highly developed clinical skills specific to Emergency Care (e.g., cannulation, venepuncture, ECG recording, wound care, and managing intravenous therapies).
Care Planning: Develop, implement, and continuously evaluate dynamic, evidence-based care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
Resuscitation & Stabilization: Assist in the resuscitation area under the direction of the senior nursing and medical teams.
Patient Advocacy: Act as a dedicated advocate for patients, ensuring their privacy, dignity, and choices are respected at all times.
2. Communication & Collaboration

MDT Liaison: Work collaboratively with emergency doctors, advanced nurse practitioners (ANPs), allied health professionals, and social care teams to ensure seamless patient flow.
Handovers & Documentation: Maintain highly accurate, clear, and contemporaneous electronic and paper patient records in line with NMC standards and legal frameworks.
Family Support: Provide empathetic, clear communication to anxious relatives and carers during stressful or crisis situations.

3. Management & Professional Leadership

Departmental Safety: Participate in the day-to-day organization and safety of the department, reporting incidents or risks immediately in line with BCUHB Clinical Governance.
Mentorship: Supervise, support, and assess student nurses, healthcare support workers (HCSWs), and junior staff members.
Resource Management: Ensure the appropriate use and maintenance of specialized emergency medical equipment.

Person Specification

Criteria	Essential	Desirable
Qualifications	* Registered Nurse (Adult) with a current UK NMC Pin. * Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD).	* Post-registration qualification in Emergency/Acute Nursing. * ILS (Immediate Life Support) or ALS/PALS certification.
Experience	* Post-registration or strong pre-registration placement experience in an acute/emergency setting. * Experience delivering holistic, evidence-based care under pressure.	* 1+ years of experience working in a UK NHS Emergency Department. * Experience working within a clinical governance framework.
Skills & Knowledge	* Excellent verbal and written communication skills. * Strong clinical assessment and problem-solving abilities. * Competent IT skills for digital patient record systems. * Understanding of safeguarding protocols, consent, and data protection.	* Welsh Speaker (Level 1 or above, or a willingness to learn). * Advanced clinical skills (e.g., plastering, suturing, advanced triage).
Personal Attributes	* Highly motivated, resilient, and adaptable to change. * Ability to remain calm and focused during high-stress, fast-paced clinical emergencies. * Aligned with BCUHB's core values: putting patients first, working together, and valuing individuals.

Working Conditions & Compliance

Shift Pattern: Internal rotation covering a full 24/7 service, including days, nights, weekends, and bank holidays.
DBS: This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.