Job overview

We are currently recruiting for Band 6  Charge Nurse to help maintain our high standard of care and flow of patients through a busy minor injuries unit. 

You will need to be able to cope in a busy and dynamic clinic environment, working alongside the Emergency Nurse Practitioners, health care support workers and medical staff, to help with patient flow. 

Right from the time you join us, you will have access to learning, development and training opportunities. As you progress in your role you will acquire the knowledge, skills and confidence you need to provide safe and compassionate patient care.

Mid and South Essex is a great place to work, offering a working environment with an inclusive culture that looks after and values our people and creates a sense of belonging. We encourage applications from people who embrace our values and who will enable us to expand our diverse workforce.

The Charge nurse role provides an exciting opportunity to learn extended skills, such as assessment of minor injuries, requesting imaging and supporting with treatment plans.  It is a fast paced clinical area, with great learning opportunities, two days are never the same. 

Main duties of the job

Co-coordinator role within the Minor Injuries/ GP unit, ensuring timely and safe management of patients

Undertake initial assessments for patients streamed using minor injury/GP pathway including imaging, analgesia, initial first aid, with clear prioritisation and escalation of concerns. 

Promotion of good communication is vital within a multi disciplinary team, to ensure safe and effective care. 

Promote innovative and flexible responses to changing service demands ensuring the need of the patients, carer’s families and staff are met.

To act as point of contact for department staff and support the Emergency Departments KPI's.

Be responsible for the co-ordination of the Minor Injuries/GP unit during operational hours.

You will be required to have a high clinical profile ensuring the provision of efficient and effective care through the management of available resources. At this level you will be expected to work as a skilled and senior Emergency Nurse, to have extensive and thorough knowledge of current Emergency Care theory and practice.

Working for our organisation

Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.

We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust.