Job summary PLEASE NOTE: If you a Band 5 staff nurse currently working for the trust and looking to move to another area, please go to http://uhbpolicies/documents/internal-lateral-transfer-of-post-holders.htm to access our transfer process Queen Elizabeth Emergency Department are excited to announce an exciting opportunity. We are looking to recruit newly qualified nurses and experienced nurses to join our friendly and talented team who strive to deliver high quality emergency care to patients. This role should appeal to any enthusiastic and motivated individual who would like to develop their career in a busy & dynamic nursing team in the Emergency Department The post holder will be responsible for providing direct patient care to enhance the wellbeing of patients attending the Emergency Department The post holder will be expected to uphold the Chief Nursing Officers 6Cs of Nursing. This is a demanding role that requires commitment and a positive attitude approach towards change. With emergency care ever changing and evolving this is an exciting opportunity to be involved in provide health care services to our patients whilst striving to deliver high standard of Nursing care in the department. Main duties of the job As a Band 5 Nurse you will be offered a comprehensive development package including a period of supernumerary, training and education and a Preceptorship programme. You will take part in initial and secondary assessment of patients. Treatment of minor/major illness and injury/trauma. We have a team of ENP's, ACP's, and Practice Educators, supported by a diverse and innovative senior nursing team. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are committed to providing high quality care, we want to hear from you. We value all the different experiences and qualities people can bring to our department. About us We are recognised as one of the leading NHS Foundation Trusts in the UK. Our vision is to Build Healthier Lives, and we recognise that we need incredible staff to do this. Our commitment to our staff is to create the best place for them to work, and we are dedicated to: Investing in the health and wellbeing of our staff, including a commitment of offering flexible working where we can;Offer our staff a wide variety of training and development opportunities, to support their personal and career development objectives. UHB is committed to ensuring that our staff are treated fairly and feel that they belong, by creating a kind and inclusive environment. This is about equity of opportunity; removing all barriers, including discrimination and ensuring each individual member of staff reach their true potential, achieve their ambitions and thrive in their work. This is more than words. We are taking action. Our commitment to an inclusive culture is embedded at all levels of the organisation where every voice is heard, driven by our diverse and active staff networks, and at Board level by the Fairness Taskforce led by our CEO. We nurture a culture which empowers staff to challenge discriminatory behaviours and to enable people to bring their 'whole self' to a kinder, more connected and bold place to work. University Hospitals Birmingham is a Smoke-Free premises hospital. Date posted 05 November 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £29,970 to £36,483 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Flexible working Reference number 304-1086064PM Job locations Queen Elizabeth Hospital Mindelsohn Way Birmingham West Midlands B15 2TH Job description Job responsibilities Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description Job description Job responsibilities Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Adult Nurse on the NMC Register Evidence and ability to revalidate as required by the NMC Experience Essential Previous / recent experience or working in an acute secondary NHS care setting (can include student placements within the last 12 months ) Evidence of achievements and career development in current post and of on-going professional development/ competence Experience of working on own and in a team in a health care environment delegating to others within a team / providing supervision to others Willingness to become a practice supervisor / assessor to or meets Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) standards for student supervision and assessment Understanding and knowledge of the NMC code of conduct Understanding of preceptorship and work based learning and assimilation of skills and knowledge Awareness of current relevant NHS policy context Understanding / experience of the principles of safeguarding and Mental Capacity Awareness of health and safety issues Additional Criteria Essential Professional appearance Displays genuine interest in the post applied for and can articulate this when questioned Positive and enthusiastic attitude Ability to communicate articulately others Caring and approachable Punctual Reliable Ability to work a varied shift pattern including nights / weekends unsocial hours where required The applicant can describe why the Trust may deploy him /her to a different practice setting for a span of duty Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Adult Nurse on the NMC Register Evidence and ability to revalidate as required by the NMC Experience Essential Previous / recent experience or working in an acute secondary NHS care setting (can include student placements within the last 12 months ) Evidence of achievements and career development in current post and of on-going professional development/ competence Experience of working on own and in a team in a health care environment delegating to others within a team / providing supervision to others Willingness to become a practice supervisor / assessor to or meets Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) standards for student supervision and assessment Understanding and knowledge of the NMC code of conduct Understanding of preceptorship and work based learning and assimilation of skills and knowledge Awareness of current relevant NHS policy context Understanding / experience of the principles of safeguarding and Mental Capacity Awareness of health and safety issues Additional Criteria Essential Professional appearance Displays genuine interest in the post applied for and can articulate this when questioned Positive and enthusiastic attitude Ability to communicate articulately others Caring and approachable Punctual Reliable Ability to work a varied shift pattern including nights / weekends unsocial hours where required The applicant can describe why the Trust may deploy him /her to a different practice setting for a span of duty 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 University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust Address Queen Elizabeth Hospital Mindelsohn Way Birmingham West Midlands B15 2TH Employer's website https://www.uhb.nhs.uk/jobs.htm (Opens in a new tab)