Staff Nurse, Emergency Department

Staff Nurse, Emergency Department

Job summary
To work effectively and efficiently within the framework of team nursing and individualised patient care.

In collaboration with the department integrated multidisciplinary team to develop, implement and evaluate programmes of care for patients.

To contribute towards developing and maintain a suitable and stimulating learning environment.

Key working relationships

• SDEC
• Paediatric Emergency Department
• UTC
• CAU

Key Result Areas
To have made an effective contribution to reaching the Trust's vision, strategic objectives and key work programmes.

Main duties of the job
The post holder has a general duty of care for their own health, safety and well-being and that of work colleagues, visitors and patients within the hospital, in addition to any specific risk management or clinical governance accountabilities associated with this post.

• To be responsible, with management support, for their own personal development and to actively contribute to the development of colleagues
• To observe the rules, policies, procedures and standards of ASPH Foundation Trust together with all relevant statutory and professional obligations.
• To support the department and organisation by carrying out any other duties that reasonably fit within the broad scope of a job of this grade and type of work.

About us
Ashford and St. Peters Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is the largest provider of acute hospital services to Surrey residents, serving a population of 410,00 people and employing approximately 4,800 staff.

Our vision is to provide an outstanding experience and best outcomes for patients and the team. We are committed to providing continuous professional development and flexibility to deliver our workforce plan.

We are part of a collaborative Group with the Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust. As part of this partnership, colleagues may occasionally work across both organisations to support shared services, development opportunities and patient care.

St Peter's Hospital delivers complex medical and surgical care, maternity and emergency services. Day and orthopaedic surgery, ophthalmology and outpatient services are delivered at Ashford Hospital. Additional services are delivered at Woking Community Hospital.

Our Values provide us with the behaviours we respect and can commit to. By living our values through our everyday interactions, we can build a stronger, more resilient, and forward- thinking organisation, guiding us to achieve success and make a positive impact on how we deliver our services.

We can offer you the full range of NHS benefits and discounts.

Please note that adverts may close early, so early application is encouraged.

For more information about careers at ASPH please visit: Apply through our website.

Details
Date posted: 31 July 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 5
Salary: £33,677 to £40,996 a year pa inc. HCAS
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 323-NM2821-GK
Job locations: St Peters Hospital, Guildford Road, Chertsey, KT160PZ, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities
Clinical/Professional & Managerial Responsibilities:

• 01. Practice nursing and the delivery of patient care in accordance with NMC Code of Professional Conduct and Trust/Unit Policies and procedures.
• 02. Be responsible and accountable for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care needs for patients in the emergency department, ensuring safe practice and maintaining high standards of care.
• 03. Establish and maintain effective communication links with other members of the multidisciplinary team, patients and carers.
• 04. Maintain up to date, comprehensive and accurate records of clinical care, the patients condition and other relevant information.
• 05. With the sister/charge nurse and their deputies ensure that clinical and housekeeping practice follows policies and procedures designed to prevent hospital acquired infection.
• 06. To have an understanding of the Safeguarding policies and procedures and have an understanding and recognition of those at risk.
• 07. Support the implementation of quality assurance initiatives which will improve patient care and the patients environment.
• 08. Work, effectively and efficiently as part of the Paediatric ED Team, based on internal rotation, and in accordance with the hospital and departments nursing philosophy.
• 09. Be conversant with current emergency resuscitation techniques, major incident and fire regulations and procedures both in theory and practice.
• 10. Ensure safe storage and administration of medicines in accordance with the trust policy and practice.
• 11. Awareness of effective ward budgetary control and be aware of the current cost of medical supplies and equipment.
• 12. Be proficient in the use of information technology utilised within the department.
• 13. To undertake link nurse responsibilities as required.

Education & Development:

• 1. Participate in maintaining a suitable learning environment in the department.
• 2. Act as support for junior staff and students.
• 3. Use available opportunities to maintain and extend professional knowledge and expertise keeping up to date with current nursing practice, including competencies required that are specific to the emergency department.
• 4. Participate in the programme of standard setting and audit.
• 5. Maintain good communication internal education with support staff and tutors from local higher and further education providers.
• 6. Maintain own professional development.
• 7. Participate in change programmes in area of work.
• 8. Maintain at all times a professional attitude, including appropriate appearance in accordance with the trust uniform and dress code policies.

Clinical Governance:

• 1. In conjunction with the sister/charge nurse and practice development team, participate in agreed programmes of clinical benchmarking.
• 2. Support and supervise junior staff in a way that promotes patient safety and well-being.
• 3. Assist the Clinical Practice Educator/sister/charge nurse and their deputies in the orientation and induction of new staff.
• 4. Understand and be aware of when and how to report untoward incidents, accidents, concerns or near misses and how to deal effectively with patients or relatives complaints.

Health, Safety & Security:

• 1. Work with team members to ensure maintenance of a clean and safe environment that is conducive to therapeutic and ethical practice
• 2. Be accountable for and ensure own competence in practice
• 3. Promote nursing practice and care delivery in line with relevant research and evidence base and with reference to trust policies and guidelines
• 4. Identify potential risks for all staff, patients and visitors, take action as required and adhere to relevant incident reporting procedures
• 5. Ensure the safe custody and administration of drugs in accordance with local and Trust policy and legal requirements
• 6. Handle and dispose of all body fluids in accordance with universal precautions

Provision of Care to Meet Health and Wellbeing Needs:

• 1. Act as an advocate for the patient and their families, providing them with information and directing them to the relevant support services where appropriate
• 2. Respect peoples dignity, wishes and beliefs; involve them in shared decision-making and obtain their consent before undertaking nursing procedures
• 3. Ensure that treatments prescribed by the medical staff are carried out, and that multidisciplinary team members are informed of changes in the patients condition
• 4. Ensure safe and timely transfer of patients in accordance with ASPH policy
• 5. Ensure safe discharge of patients in accordance with ASPH Discharge Policy

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• UK NMC registration as a Nurse
• willingness to undertake further development

Experience
Essential

• Has worked in health care environment, preferable acute

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.

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.

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: Ashford & St. Peter's Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address: St Peters Hospital, Guildford Road, Chertsey, KT160PZ, United Kingdom
Employer's website: Apply through our website

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Matron
Sarah Moth
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