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Senior Staff Nurse (Emergency Department), Barnstaple
Client:
Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Location:
Barnstaple, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
EU work permit required:
Yes
Job Reference:
86e97416248f
Job Views:
6
Posted:
23.01.2025
Expiry Date:
09.03.2025
Job Description:
Job summary
An opportunity has arisen for a band 6 position in the Emergency Department. Applications are invited from nurses with experience of emergency medicine (Paediatric or Adult) who have first class leadership qualities and proven abilities to implement change. It is essential that you have a positive outlook and excellent communication skills, together with an ability to inspire and motivate others.
Main duties of the job
For more detail about the main duties of this role, please see the job description section below. As a key member of the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, you will be joining an exceptional team working together to help our patients to stay healthy, when they need it most.
More detail about the role
We are a hard-working department with a strong sense of teamwork. We have recently expanded our footprint and are in the process of expanding our staffing establishment. Our department provides a supportive working environment and we are committed to staff development.
We are looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic Band 6 Ward Sister/Charge Nurse to join our friendly and proactive nursing team. Significant experience working in all areas of the Department is required. You will be required to take charge of the department so will require excellent organisational and leadership skills.
The work and pace can be challenging, there will be plenty of opportunity to put your organisational skills into practice as well as the expert Clinical skills needed. We see all specialties including Paediatrics, Plastics, Orthopaedics, Medical and Surgical. Please note we are willing to take part-time applications too.
Working Pattern: 29 hours per week, you will be expected to work long days, nights, weekends and bank holidays to meet the needs of the service.
Interview Date: To be confirmed
For further information please contact: Lara Adams, Clinical Matron on ext. 3813, or email
This is a fixed term contract for 12 months. For current NHS employees this post could be a secondment opportunity.
As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.
Benefits
We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.
This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there.
Looking after you is important to us.
We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.
If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.
You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.
Salary is not the only financial benefit
You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers.
You will also have access to other benefits including:
National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter
Car lease schemes.
The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
Cycle to work scheme
These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.
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