Registered Nurse - Emergency Department

Job summary DUE TO THE ANTICIPATED HIGH NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POST WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO CLOSE THE VACANCY BEFORE THE CLOSING DATE. An exciting opportunity has come up for registered nurses (Adult or Paediatric) to become a part of the Emergency Department team. If you are enthusiastic, self-motivated, team player, has excellent communication and listening skills, and has keen interest in nursing patients with acute injuries/illness, we want you! Main duties of the job For more detail about the main duties of this role, please see the job description section below. As a key member of the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, you will be joining an exceptional team working together to help our patients to stay healthy, when they need it most. About us Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford). Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within peoples own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC). Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities. Its never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as youll help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey. Details Date posted 20 October 2026 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £32,073 to £39,043 a year pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number 185-50547-14254 Job locations Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Exeter Devon EX2 5DW United Kingdom Job description Job responsibilities For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below. More detail about the role Our Emergency Department is a busy high performing unit which has nearly 200,000 attendances per year. We are excited to offer a substantive post to a skilled, dynamic and enthusiastic registered Adult or Paediatric nurse who has previous experience of working in an acute setting. In return for your drive and commitment we will offer ongoing support and development to further your skill base. The work and pace can be challenging, there will be plenty of opportunity to put organisational skills into practice as well as the expert clinical skills needed. We see all specialties including Paediatrics, Plastics, Orthopaedics, Medical and Surgical. You will be expected to care for both Adult and Children in a mixed Emergency care setting, full training and guidance will be given. We offer a tailored induction programme that will provide you will the skills and knowledge to be successful in your role, as well as protected supernumerary time for a minimum of 3 weeks to ensure you are confident in your new role. We have an in-house practice educator that will work with you to achieve your learning goals. We have now completed our department rebuild. We now have an 8 bedded purpose-built resus, 2 bays of which are dedicated paediatric bays. We also have a 15 bedded Majors area; a Minors area with 6 cubicles, 4 side rooms and 1 eye room. We also have a bespoke childrens ED which has 5 cubicles and 2 See & Treat rooms and a child friendly waiting room. In addition to this , we have a modern reception and waiting area for patients. We are a friendly and diverse team that strives to deliver quality patient care. Please see the link at the end of the job description for a detailed and interactive look at our department. Link to interactive recruitment information: https://view.pagetiger.com/cicvqdk/1/?ptit=894880218C16EF57A2A4F If as a registered nurse you have recent experience of working in an acute care environment in we would love to hear from you. There will be an opportunity on the day for you to visit the departments and hear more about the work we do. Working Pattern: 37.5 per week (part time considered) Interview Date: To be confirmed For further details please contact: Mitch Cruel, ED Clinical Nurse Manager at 01392 403516 or email at michelleann.cruel@nhs.net As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of be