Job summary We are looking for enthusiastic and committed Emergency Department nurses who are ready to undertake the challenge of Band 6 working in a busy and fast paced ED. Our department encompasses a 7-bedded Resuscitation area, 20 bedded Majors area, an Ambulatory Majors area and a new integrated Urgent Treatment Centre. We serve a large and diverse local population with a wide variety of health needs. Main duties of the job Job Summary: 1. Accountable to the ED Matrons 2. To provide quality nursing assessment and care for patients presenting to the ED. To effectively provide daily management and co-ordination of individual areas of the ED. 3. To contribute to the support and guidance of junior members of nursing staff within the ED. Role of Department To receive, assess and treat patients involved in an accident or having an acute illness, prior to hospital admission or discharge back into the community. To provide a suitable working environment for all members of staff where patients receive a high standard of care, and which is conducive to the education and development of nursing and medical staff wishing to specialise or gain experience in Emergency care. To accept patients referred by their General Practitioner to the on-call teams for urgent assessment, and when appropriate admission. About us Our people are our greatest asset. When we feel supported and happy at work, this positivity reaches those very people we are here for, the patients. Engaged employees perform at their best and our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) initiatives contribute to cultivate a culture of engagement. We have four staff networks, a corporate EDI Team and a suite of programmes and events which aim to insert the 5 aspirations: Improving representation at senior levels of staff with disabilities, from black, Asian, and ethnic minorities background, identify as LGBTQ and women, through improved recruitment and leadership development Widening access (anchor institution) and employability Improving the experience of staff with disability Improving the EDI literacy and confidence of trust staff through training and development Making equalities mainstream Date posted 23 April 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum plus HCA pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number 197-AJ6704 Job locations University Hospital Lewisham London SE13 6LH Job description Job responsibilities Clinical Responsibilities: Actively participate in the delivery of care. Care for patients with regard to their individual care needs whilst maintaining patient dignity and confidentiality in accordance with the NMC code of conduct Practise and promote nursing care to the highest standard in accordance with the Trusts policies, procedures and the NMC Code of Conduct, and fulfil PREP requirements. Establish a supportive and organised working environment conducive to the well being of patients and carers. Develop, promote and maintain effective communication and working relationships with all members of the multi-disciplinary team, patients and carers. Practise in a professional manner at all times, acting as a role model and resource for peers and junior colleagues whilst offering support and leadership. Determine nursing priorities and plan patient care according to staff availability. Inform Nurse in Charge or Matron when changes occur in circumstances which affect the delivery of care. Having regard to the workload of, and the pressures on colleagues, inform the Nurse in Charge or Matron if these are seen to jeopardise safe standards of practise. Ensure that safe lifting and handling techniques are employed. Ensure that all clinical and legal documents completed are both accurate and legible and that the nurses understand the relevance and confidentiality of their nature. Promote the provision of a customer-orientated service. All trust employees are required to observe and comply with the Trust's policies and procedures for infection control ensuring the environment in which they work is safe, clean and tidy. The use of standard infection control precautions is mandatory for all staff to prevent or minimize the spread of microorganisms and communicable diseases to patients, staff and surrounding community. Perform an expanded role of duties including Phlebotomy, IV cannulation, suturing and plastering etc. Be familiar with the Major Incident Plan and own role within it. Ability to demonstrate competently in all extended Emergency nursing roles such as plastering, wound closure and cannulation skills. Be familiar with the major Incident Plan and in the event of a Major Incident and in the absence of a senior colleague assume the role of the Nurse in Charge Managerial Responsibilities: Ensure that Trust and Departmental Policies are followed, including sickness and absence, lateness, uniform and confidentiality. Maintain the safety and well-being of patients and staff in accordance with the Health and Safety Policy and ensure that all accidents/incidents are reported and documented. Support and contribute to changes in practice / policy which embrace the strategic direction of the NHS. Deputise for the Nurse co coordinating specific areas of the department when appropriate. Ensure the accurate collection of data in relation to patient activity, in order that statistics may be accurately compiled. Assist in the investigation of complaints or incidents, according to Trust Policy. Have regard for the ED budget and support the Senior Nursing team in relation to this, particularly with regard to use of equipment and products. Actively participate in clinical and operational management of the department, being able to independently co-ordinate a given area of the ED. Deputise for the Nurse in Charge of the department in their absence. Educational Responsibilities: Take responsibility for own professional growth, development and motivation, including participation in Clinical Supervision. Act as a mentor/support for junior staff and students and ensure that learners allocated to the ED are given appropriate teaching, support and guidance in accordance with local objectives and continuous assessment. To independently act as a practice Assessor for pre-registration students Acts as a mentor / support for designated team of nurses, contributing to the provision of PDRs. Lead as a link nurse for an area of Emergency nursing to act as an advocate to promote overall department knowledge and patient care. Job description Job responsibilities Clinical Responsibilities: Actively participate in the delivery of care. Care for patients with regard to their individual care needs whilst maintaining patient dignity and confidentiality in accordance with the NMC code of conduct Practise and promote nursing care to the highest standard in accordance with the Trusts policies, procedures and the NMC Code of Conduct, and fulfil PREP requirements. Establish a supportive and organised working environment conducive to the well being of patients and carers. Develop, promote and maintain effective communication and working relationships with all members of the multi-disciplinary team, patients and carers. Practise in a professional manner at all times, acting as a role model and resource for peers and junior colleagues whilst offering support and leadership. Determine nursing priorities and plan patient care according to staff availability. Inform Nurse in Charge or Matron when changes occur in circumstances which affect the delivery of care. Having regard to the workload of, and the pressures on colleagues, inform the Nurse in Charge or Matron if these are seen to jeopardise safe standards of practise. Ensure that safe lifting and handling techniques are employed. Ensure that all clinical and legal documents completed are both accurate and legible and that the nurses understand the relevance and confidentiality of their nature. Promote the provision of a customer-orientated service. All trust employees are required to observe and comply with the Trust's policies and procedures for infection control ensuring the environment in which they work is safe, clean and tidy. The use of standard infection control precautions is mandatory for all staff to prevent or minimize the spread of microorganisms and communicable diseases to patients, staff and surrounding community. Perform an expanded role of duties including Phlebotomy, IV cannulation, suturing and plastering etc. Be familiar with the Major Incident Plan and own role within it. Ability to demonstrate competently in all extended Emergency nursing roles such as plastering, wound closure and cannulation skills. Be familiar with the major Incident Plan and in the event of a Major Incident and in the absence of a senior colleague assume the role of the Nurse in Charge Managerial Responsibilities: Ensure that Trust and Departmental Policies are followed, including sickness and absence, lateness, uniform and confidentiality. Maintain the safety and well-being of patients and staff in accordance with the Health and Safety Policy and ensure that all accidents/incidents are reported and documented. Support and contribute to changes in practice / policy which embrace the strategic direction of the NHS. Deputise for the Nurse co coordinating specific areas of the department when appropriate. Ensure the accurate collection of data in relation to patient activity, in order that statistics may be accurately compiled. Assist in the investigation of complaints or incidents, according to Trust Policy. Have regard for the ED budget and support the Senior Nursing team in relation to this, particularly with regard to use of equipment and products. Actively participate in clinical and operational management of the department, being able to independently co-ordinate a given area of the ED. Deputise for the Nurse in Charge of the department in their absence. Educational Responsibilities: Take responsibility for own professional growth, development and motivation, including participation in Clinical Supervision. Act as a mentor/support for junior staff and students and ensure that learners allocated to the ED are given appropriate teaching, support and guidance in accordance with local objectives and continuous assessment. To independently act as a practice Assessor for pre-registration students Acts as a mentor / support for designated team of nurses, contributing to the provision of PDRs. Lead as a link nurse for an area of Emergency nursing to act as an advocate to promote overall department knowledge and patient care. Person Specification Attainments Essential Practice Supervisor/Assessor Post registration Emergency Nursing Qualification (completed and passed) Desirable ALS course Work Experience Essential Minimum of 24 months at Band 6 in an NHS ED setting Desirable Six months initial post registration experience in an NHS setting other than ED Experience in another ED Skills, knowledge and ability Essential Ability to demonstrate competency in all extended ED roles, such as plastering, wound closure and cannulation skills Ability to independently co-ordinate a given area of ED Ability to supervise workload of self and others Ability to teach self and others Desirable Ability to work from Patient Group Directives Personal characteristics/Disposition Essential Demonstrate commitment to support national, Trust and ED strategies and objectives Person Specification Attainments Essential Practice Supervisor/Assessor Post registration Emergency Nursing Qualification (completed and passed) Desirable ALS course Work Experience Essential Minimum of 24 months at Band 6 in an NHS ED setting Desirable Six months initial post registration experience in an NHS setting other than ED Experience in another ED Skills, knowledge and ability Essential Ability to demonstrate competency in all extended ED roles, such as plastering, wound closure and cannulation skills Ability to independently co-ordinate a given area of ED Ability to supervise workload of self and others Ability to teach self and others Desirable Ability to work from Patient Group Directives Personal characteristics/Disposition Essential Demonstrate commitment to support national, Trust and ED strategies and objectives 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). Additional information 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 Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust Address University Hospital Lewisham London SE13 6LH Employer's website https://www.lewishamandgreenwich.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)