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Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

2mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior, Mid & Senior Level
  • Healthcare
  • Chester

AI generated summary

  • You must have a nursing qualification, NMC registration, ED experience, strong assessment and communication skills, teamwork capability, commitment to development, and knowledge of emergency care protocols.
  • You will assess and prioritize care for patients, support families, communicate with the team, and manage patient flow in a child-friendly ED environment while responding to emergencies.

Requirements

  • Nurse qualification
  • Current NMC registration
  • Experience in a busy Emergency Department setting
  • Ability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care
  • Effective communication skills with patients, families, and multidisciplinary team members
  • Ability to work within a team
  • Commitment to ongoing professional development
  • Knowledge of emergency care protocols and guidelines

Responsibilities

  • As a Nurse within ED you will be part of a brilliant, friendly, hard working team who strive for excellence and support each other.
  • The job role is primarily looking after the needs of adults and children and their families, using a holistic approach.
  • Identifying their health and well being needs using assessment skills and prioritising care and providing excellent standards of treatment to both the patient and their families or carers.
  • You will use the skills and training you already have coupled with the skills and knowledge you will gain through the fantastic training opportunities on offer.
  • Providing support and health promotion to families that attend is crucial and good communication skills with children, families and other members of the multi disciplinary team is essential.
  • The trust has guidelines and policies to follow that you will become familiar with to help support your clinical management of patients.
  • In addition, all this will be done in our brand new state of the art purpose built ED unit, where current staff have worked hard to fundraise to be able to purchase play and sensory equipment and art work to make the unit as child friendly and stress free as possible.
  • As a nurse you'll play a key role in assessing the nursing needs of the adults, children or young people that access our services, taking into account their medical, social, cultural and family circumstances.
  • You will work as part of a team to effectively prioritise patient care and manage the flow of patients through ED.
  • You will be able to respond to emergency situations and support people through their time in the Emergency Department.
  • You will be able to communicate effectively with members of the multi-disciplinary team to ensure the needs of patients are met.

FAQs

What is the main responsibility of a Staff Nurse in the Emergency Department?

The main responsibility is to look after the needs of adults and children and their families, using a holistic approach to identify health and well-being needs, prioritize care, and provide excellent standards of treatment.

What types of patients will I be caring for in this role?

You will be caring for both adults and children, along with their families.

Is there training available for new staff?

Yes, there are fantastic training opportunities available to help you gain additional skills and knowledge.

How important is communication in this role?

Good communication skills are essential for interacting effectively with children, families, and other members of the multi-disciplinary team.

What types of facilities can I expect in the Emergency Department?

The Emergency Department is housed in a brand new state-of-the-art purpose-built unit designed to be child-friendly and stress-free, with play and sensory equipment.

What is the population size served by MCHFT?

MCHFT serves a population of over 2.7 million across East and West Cheshire and Chester boroughs.

How do I contact someone for more information about this position?

You can contact Heather Summerfield, the Lead Nurse Manager - ED, via email at Heather.summerfield@mcht.nhs.uk or by telephone at 01270 273841.

What support does the Trust provide to ensure staff safety?

During the Coronavirus pandemic, the Trust was recognized for its 'Be Safe Be EquiPPEd' campaign, which supported the correct use of PPE to ensure staff and patient safety.

What is the mission of Mid Cheshire?

The mission of Mid Cheshire is to inspire hope and provide unparalleled care for people and communities, helping them to enjoy life to the fullest.

Will I be working as part of a team?

Yes, you will work as part of a brilliant, friendly, and hard-working team that strives for excellence and supports each other.

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Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Because you matter

Science & Healthcare
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees
2004
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides acute and emergency healthcare services to the local communities of Mid Cheshire. Their mission is to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care across their hospitals, including Leighton Hospital, Northwich Victoria Infirmary, and Crewe’s minor injuries unit. They focus on enhancing health outcomes through excellent clinical care, innovation, and commitment to continuous improvement in patient services.