Job Description

The closing date is 14th Aug 2025

Anticipated Interview date(s) TBA

Job summary

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Our Nurses are real life health care heroes, and we are seeking compassionate people with experience of working in a hospital environment to join our integrated trust.


This opportunity is for

registered nurses, paediatric nurses and qualified Nursing Associates

to join our Bank Team, based at Musgrove Park in Taunton.


As a fully integrated trust, we can offer a collaborative approach to your career with us, meaning if you so choose, there would be opportunities to rotate across all sites and directorates to ensure your skills and knowledge are as broad as they possibly can be. You are the greatest investment we can make.


We value our RGNs highly, so development and training within this role will be offered and prioritised. There is an expectation that hours are worked flexibly over a rota basis which does include nights and weekends. We have full time and part time hours available.


You will require good communication skills, a team work approach and be able provide a high standard of nursing care with the support of your team.


Informal visits/chats always welcome - contact us today to discuss the position in more detail or organise for you to come and visit!

Main duties, tasks & skills required

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As a Bank Nurse in the Emergency Department and the wider Hospital, you will:


Provide high-quality care to paediatric and adult patients in emergency situations.


Assess, plan, and deliver nursing care for adults and children of all ages.


Work alongside a multidisciplinary team, including doctors, healthcare assistants, and specialists.


Ensure family-centered care is provided and offer emotional support to parents and guardians.


Participate in the assessment and management of acutely ill and injured adults and children.


Be part of a supportive, professional, and passionate team committed to delivering the best outcomes for paediatric and adult patients.


Contribute to continuous improvement and participate in clinical audits and training.

About us

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At

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

Flexible working options

to help you balance work and life

NHS pension scheme

for long-term financial security

Additionally, you'll gain access to our

Blue Light Card

, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.


We are proud to foster a

diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce

, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset?

Somerset offers the perfect blend of

idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty

, and

breathtaking coastlines

, with vibrant cities like

Bristol

,

Bath

, and

Exeter

just a short drive away - and only two hours to

London

.


The region is home to excellent

educational facilities

, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all

- the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Job description

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For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

Person specification

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Qualifications

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Essential

Royal College of Nursing Diploma and working towards or willing to work towards degree level.



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Desirable

Teaching/Mentorship Qualification.

Experience

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Desirable

Emergency Department-focused skills

Additional Criteria

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Essential

Willingness to use technology to improve standards of care and support to our patients.

Empathy when giving sensitive information.

Influencing and persuasion skills.

Decision-making skills.

Confident and able to relate to staff, patients and relatives in a professional manner relevant to the environment.

Aware of accountability for own professional actions.

Maintain NMC registration by undertaking minimum clinical hours and work within the NMC code of professional conduct.

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 Professional Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

For help with your application, contact:

Karen Tyler


karen.tyler@somersetft.nhs.uk


01823342937

Pay scheme

Agenda for Change

Band

Band 5

Salary

31049.00 to 37796.00 Yearly

Contract

Bank

Working pattern

Part-Time, Flexible Working

Reference number

184-OL-PU-3024

Job locations

Musgrove Park Hospital

Musgrove Road

Taunton

Somerset

TA1 5DA