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Job Overview
Applications are open for experienced Registered Nurses to join the Emergency Department at Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (LUHFT). The role emphasizes excellence in patient care and seeks dynamic individuals aligned with the Trust’s values, ensuring all patients receive gold-standard care.
The department offers a varied and engaging workload, providing an opportunity for professionals with at least 12 months of RN experience. Candidates should exhibit exceptional communication skills, professionalism, and a commitment to teamwork.
Main Duties of the Job
The Band 5 Nurse role includes a comprehensive development package encompassing:
- A supernumerary period.
- Access to training, education, and a Preceptorship program.
- Support from a dedicated departmental education team.
Career development opportunities are provided, including working towards RCN Level 1 and Level 2 competencies.
Nurses will gain experience across all areas of the Emergency Department at the Aintree site, which serves as the region’s Major Trauma Centre.
Working for the Organisation
Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust manages Aintree University Hospital, Broadgreen Hospital, and Royal Liverpool University Hospital. This Trust forms part of the NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group (UHLG), established on November 1, 2024, through a merger with Liverpool Women’s NHS Foundation Trust. The Group aims to enhance patient care delivery.
UHLG employs over 16,800 colleagues, serving as one of the region’s largest employers dedicated to the health needs of over 630,000 Merseyside residents and specialized services for two million people in the North West.
Hospital Specializations
- Aintree University Hospital: Major adult trauma center and host of regional services such as an award-winning stroke facility.
- Broadgreen Hospital: Home to elective surgical, diagnostic, and treatment services, along with specialized rehabilitation.
- Liverpool Women’s Hospital: Leading maternity hospital delivering 7,200+ babies annually.
- Royal Liverpool University Hospital: The largest UK hospital with 100% single inpatient rooms, focusing on complex planned care and specialist services.
Detailed Job Description and Responsibilities
- Maintain a safe, therapeutic environment for patients and carers.
- Prioritize nursing duties, plan patient care, and report changes to the nurse in charge.
- Record nursing activities in line with NMC and Trust guidelines.
- Enhance patient care quality through contributions to Essence of Care and clinical benchmarking.
- Respect patient customs, values, and spiritual beliefs.
- Provide information and support to patients and carers, ensuring effective communication about patient conditions.
- Assist with the safe administration of drugs.
- Develop clinical knowledge for managing acutely ill patients through planned and unplanned admissions.
- Undertake expanded practice under supervision per departmental policies.
- Engage patients and carers in care planning and delivery.
- Maintain effective communication within the multidisciplinary team.
For a full list of duties, refer to the attached job description and person specification.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse with current UK NMC registration.
- Diploma in Nursing.
Desirable - Mentorship/teaching qualification.
- Post-registration qualification in a relevant specialty.
Experience & Knowledge
Essential
- Post-registration experience with Band 5 foundation gateway competencies.
- Experience in a clinical setting.
- Evidence of supporting clinical learning environments and working with students.
Desirable - 12 months of acute hospital experience.
Skills
Essential
- Effective workload management and task delegation.
- Teamwork and problem-solving capabilities.
- Support for less experienced staff.
- Proficiency in communication and basic IT skills.
Other Requirements
Essential
- Commitment to high patient care standards.
- Adaptability to changing environments.
- Maintenance of personal and professional development.
- Exemplary personal conduct.
Application Information
Applications close at midnight on December 10, 2024. Ensure the application clearly demonstrates how the person specification is met. Early applications are encouraged, as vacancies may close once a sufficient number of applications are received.
Additional Information
- Costs for DBS processing will be recovered via salary deductions after employment.
- Compliance with safeguarding policies and mandatory safeguarding training is required.
- Flexible working requests are considered, though not all roles can accommodate every option.
For further assistance with the recruitment process, contact the Recruitment Services team at 0151 706 4666.
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