A&E Nurse

Accident & Emergency (A&E) Nurse

Glan Clwyd Hospital – Bluestones Medical Agency

Pay Rates

£20.00 – £44.00 per hour

Job Overview

Bluestones Medical is currently recruiting experienced and highly skilled Accident & Emergency (A&E) Nurses to work within Glan Clwyd Hospital and surrounding emergency care settings.

This is an excellent opportunity for dedicated emergency nurses who thrive in fast-paced environments and are committed to delivering high-quality urgent and emergency care to patients presenting with a wide range of acute conditions and injuries.

The successful candidate will work as part of a multidisciplinary emergency department team, providing rapid assessment, triage, treatment, and ongoing care. Flexible agency shifts are available including days, nights, weekends, and long days.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, effective, and high-quality emergency nursing care within the A&E department.
• Undertake triage, rapid assessment, and prioritisation of patients presenting with acute conditions.
• Administer medications and emergency treatments in line with clinical protocols and NMC standards.
• Monitor and respond to deteriorating patients, escalating care appropriately.
• Assist with emergency procedures, trauma care, and resuscitation situations when required.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in line with hospital policies.

Patient Care

• Provide compassionate, patient-centred care in high-pressure and unpredictable environments.
• Communicate effectively with patients, relatives, and carers, offering reassurance and clear information.
• Promote dignity, privacy, and safeguarding at all times.
• Ensure adherence to infection prevention and control standards.

Team Working

• Work collaboratively with doctors, paramedics, healthcare assistants, and wider multidisciplinary teams.
• Participate in clinical handovers, trauma calls, and emergency response situations.
• Support junior staff and contribute to a positive and safe team culture.

Compliance & Professional Standards

• Adhere to the NMC Code of Conduct and all hospital policies and procedures.
• Maintain safeguarding awareness and escalate concerns appropriately.
• Participate in mandatory training and continuous professional development.
• Ensure compliance with clinical governance, health and safety, and documentation standards.

Person Specification

Essential Requirements

• Valid NMC registration as a Registered Nurse.
• Minimum 6 months UK A&E or acute hospital experience.
• Strong triage, assessment, and clinical decision-making skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Flexible approach to shift patterns.

Desirable

• Previous NHS emergency department experience.
• Advanced Life Support (ALS), Immediate Life Support (ILS), or trauma training.
• Experience with electronic patient record systems.

What Bluestones Medical Offers

• Competitive pay rates of £20.00 – £44.00 per hour
• Flexible agency shifts to suit your lifestyle
• Weekly pay
• Dedicated consultant support
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Opportunities across NHS and private healthcare settings