Job Title: Accident & Emergency Nurse
Banding: Band 5 & Band 6
Location: Derby
Rate: £34.00 – £57.00 per hour

Pulse Nursing is seeking skilled and experienced Accident & Emergency nurses to join our team at Derbyshire Community Health Services NHS FT.

As an A&E nurse, you will thrive in a fast-paced environment, working collaboratively with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals to deliver exceptional, patient-centred care. This highly rewarding role offers the opportunity to continuously develop your clinical skills while making a meaningful difference to patients at some of their most critical moments.

ENP PAYE rates are £34 per hour for days, £39 for nights and Saturdays, and £50 for Sundays and bank holidays, or Umbrella rates are £39 per hour for days, £45 for nights and Saturdays, and £57 for Sundays and bank holidays.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver high-quality, evidence-based nursing care within a busy Accident & Emergency department
Assess, monitor, and manage patients presenting with acute and emergency conditions
Work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team to ensure timely and safe patient care
Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical documentation
Adhere to NMC guidelines, trust policies, and clinical governance standards
Respond calmly and effectively in high-pressure and emergency situations

Benefits

Weekly Pay: Receive your salary weekly for added financial flexibility
Holiday Pay: Available for PAYE workers
Payment Options: PAYE, PSC/LTD, or Umbrella payment methods available
Shift Management App: Book and manage shifts online 24/7
Training and Development: Access to additional voluntary, high-quality training
Free Uniforms: Provided for all staff
Recommend a Friend Scheme: Earn up to £500 per successful referral
Dedicated Consultant Support: Ongoing guidance from a Pulse Nursing consultant who understands your career goals

Skills & Qualifications

Valid NMC registration
Minimum of 6 months’ recent A&E experience within the last 12 months
Ability to provide two professional references covering the previous 3 years
Compliance with framework requirements, including DBS and Occupational Health clearance
Proof of right to work in the UK
Strong clinical knowledge and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Compassionate, patient-focused approach to care

How to Apply

If you are interested in registering with us, would like more information about this role, or wish to discuss other available opportunities, we would love to hear from you. Please apply using the link below.

Why Work With Pulse?

From the moment you register with us, our focus is entirely on you. Our expert recruitment consultants understand your specialty and are committed to supporting you at every stage of your journey.

With preferred or sole supplier status with many clients, Pulse Nursing offers access to exclusive opportunities you won’t find elsewhere. We prioritise your best interests, listening carefully to your needs and treating you as an individual professional — not just a resource.

Reasonable Adjustments

If you consider yourself to have a disability or require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please inform our team at the earliest opportunity so we can provide appropriate support throughout your placement.

Important note: We are unable to support or accept applications from candidates who are residents of countries listed on the Red or Amber list of the Code of Practice for the International Recruitment of Health and Social Care Personnel in England, based on the WHO Workforce Support and Safeguard List.

ACCIDENT & EMERGENCY NURSE - DERBY

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