Staff Nurse | Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
| Posting date: | 09 January 2026 |
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| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £31,049 - £37,796 pro rata |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 08 February 2026 |
| Location: | Bedford, MK42 9DJ |
| Company: | Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 7704958/418-NUR4958-SJ |
Summary
The post holder will work as part of the multidisciplinary team, delivering high‑quality care to patients presenting with acute illness or injury in the Emergency Department, in line with their scope of practice.
They will also participate in a structured training programme to develop the skills and competencies required to undertake the role of an Emergency Department Nurse.
Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of, and adhere to, the NMC Code of Conduct, relevant regulations, and all Trust policies and protocols, including those relating to the safe storage and administration of medicines.
Use effective communication skills to share information clearly and support positive working relationships within the department and across the Trust. Promote communication strategies that help overcome language or comprehension barriers when discussing complex or sensitive issues such as diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment with patients and their families. Communicate confidently and compassionately with patients, relatives, and the multidisciplinary team both in person and by telephone.
Demonstrate empathy and compassion consistently when caring for individuals experiencing bereavement or supporting relatives of critically ill patients.
Take responsibility for assessing nursing needs and for planning and delivering appropriate care, using clinical observations, patient assessments, and medical requirements, and working in partnership with patients and their families.
Carry out essential treatments and procedures, including dressings, wound closure, personal care (washing and toileting), and assisting with patient transfers in wheelchairs, on trolleys, or in beds throughout the department and hospital. Support patient mobility as part of routine duties.
Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Both hospital sites offer key services such as A&E, Obstetrics-led Maternity and Paediatrics. You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available.
We not only recruit based on qualifications and experience - we recruit individuals who demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. We achieve this by using values based recruitment. We are dedicated to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone, we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and creating a culture that values differences.
Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering first 6 months in post. Travel between hospital sites may be required. Please review all documents attached to ensure you familiarize yourself with all requirements of the job.
Maintain accurate nursing documentation in accordance with NMC guidelines and Trust policy. Ensure ongoing clinical competence in the use of medical devices within the department and in procedures such as administering injections.
Ensure all accidents and incidents are reported promptly to the appropriate manager and recorded through the InPhase reporting system. All staff are expected to participate fully in the Trust’s reporting processes and adhere to established risk‑management procedures.
Continue to meet the requirements of the Band 5 Emergency Department role as outlined in the attached role specification.
Take responsibility for the regular cleaning of equipment, reporting faults to the shift manager, and removing defective items from use. This includes participating in daily checks and cleaning of equipment and drugs in line with the department quality book.
All registered healthcare professionals, including nurses, must comply with SSSA standards, acting as practice supervisors as a minimum and progressing to practice assessors after 12 months in the department.
Support the education, training, and development of yourself and colleagues within the Emergency Department, actively promoting shared learning and best practice in Emergency Medicine.
This advert closes on Friday 23 Jan 2026