Staff Nurse- Northwood

Affidea is Europe's leading provider of out-of-hospital healthcare, operating over 420 centres across 14 countries, providing high-quality medical services to nearly 15 million patients every year. We specialise in advanced diagnostic imaging, community based poly-clinics and specialist healthcare services. Our continued growth reflects our commitment to bringing high-quality, accessible healthcare closer to the communities we serve. 

Affidea UK & Ireland

In the UK and Ireland, Affidea operates a growing network of diagnostic imaging and minor injuries centres, delivering a broad range of cutting-edge imaging technology and healthcare services to the public, private insurers, employers, and other organisations. As part of our ongoing expansion, we're extending our presence into new regions, including our upcoming clinic in London and hospital in Belfast offering exciting opportunities to be part of a business that's shaping the future of accessible, community-based healthcare across the region

We are now seeking an experienced Staff Nurse to join our team in our ExpressCare - Northwood

The Staff Nurse in the ExpressCare is responsible for delivering high-quality, patient-centred care to individuals presenting with a range of non-life-threatening injuries and illnesses. This role involves clinical assessment, treatment, monitoring, and education of patients, while ensuring safety, dignity, and comfort.

Responsibilities:

• Provide skilled nursing care to patients presenting with minor injuries (e.g. fractures, sprains, wounds, burns) and minor illnesses (e.g. infections, respiratory conditions, gastrointestinal complaints).

• Perform clinical assessments, triage patients, and prioritise care based on acuity and clinical need.

• Administer medications, dressings, and treatments in accordance with clinical guidelines and protocols.

• Assist with diagnostic procedures including ECGs, wound swabs, urinalysis, and point-of-care testing.

• Monitor and evaluate patient progress, escalating concerns as appropriate.

• Educate patients and families on condition management, wound care, medication use, and follow-up instructions.

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient care and clinical interventions.

• Collaborate with medical, radiology, pharmacy, and allied health professionals to ensure coordinated care.

• Support infection prevention and control practices within the unit.

• Participate in audits, quality improvement initiatives, and clinical governance activities.

• Assist in recruitment activities, including mentoring new staff and participating in the onboarding processes.

• Respond to emergency situations and provide immediate nursing interventions as required.

• Maintain professional development and stay updated with best practices in urgent care, minor injuries, and minor illness management.

Qualifications: 

• Registered General Nurse (RGN) with active registration with NMBI.

• 3 yrs postgraduate experience in general practice, A&E or minor injuries setting.

• Experience in minor trauma, general medicine, paediatrics, sports medicine or orthopaedics would also be desirable as would a knowledge of the Irish healthcare system.

• Advanced wound care experience (desirable)

• Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment.

• High level of organization and attention to detail.

• Commitment to patient safety and continuous improvement.

Application Process:

By clicking apply to this role your application will not only be considered for this position, but your details will be stored on our database and may be considered for similar future positions that may arise. This means that the personal data contained in your application and provided to Affidea as part of the application process may be retained by us for up to 12 months from the date of your application. After this time, it will be deleted. If you do not wish your details to be stored on our recruitment database, please email Affidea recruitment stating this and we will ensure that such information is not stored other than for the purposes of this application. Please refer to our Recruitment Privacy Notice for more information or to Affidea’ s Data Privacy Notice for Recruitment