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 elevate 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
