Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Registered Nurse, Band 5 Acute Medicine

The closing date is 20 April 2026

Job summary

AMU is an a 40 bedded unit, which includes 13 trolley spaces for the Medical Assessment Unit. We have 8 bed spaces designated for the Enhanced Care bays.

We are open 24 hours per day 356 days per year. We admit patients from the emergency department/ SDEC/ AEC and Cinapsis.

We are looking to recruit a enthusiastic nurse who has a passion for Acute Medicine.

Main duties of the job

We are looking for a nurse to join our team and help drive the success of AMU. The role will involve working in both AMU and MAZ alongside the wider MDT.

We are looking for an individual who is highly motivated and who can use their own initiative .

You should have demonstrable experience in acute emergency medicine and be able to communicate clearly and confidently with patients, relatives and members of staff.

About us

We take pride in placing people at the centre of everything we do, working together as a united team. Driven by a shared ambition to continually grow, develop, and learn, we recognise and value every contribution. By combining our experience and skills, we not only support our vibrant, diverse communities, but also support one another.With a team of over 9,000 employees, we are proud to be the largest employer in Gloucestershire and rank among the top 10 largest Trusts in the South West region. By joining our Trust, you will benefit from an excellent package that includes exclusive benefits, flexible working opportunities and the chance to gain valuable experience in one of our innovative hospitals. As well as generous annual leave allowance, access to the excellent NHS pension scheme, competitive bank rates, discounts at local shops and restaurants, access to two on-site nurseries, discounted public transport, reward and recognition and a range of health and well being initiatives to support you.

Details

Date posted

08 April 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£32,073 to £39,043 a year (pa, pro rata if part-time)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

318-26-T0217

Job locations

Gloucestershire Royal Hospital- AMU

Great Western Road

Gloucester

GL1 3NN


Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will work according to the NMC Code of Professional Standards of Practice and Behavior and relevant professional guidelines and be accountable for their own professional actions.

Promote teamwork within a multi-professional environment as a visible, clinical nurse leader

Ensure planning and delivery of care aligns with the professional values of care, compassion, and respect.

Demonstrate critical analysis and decision-making skills in delivering high-quality, evidence-based care.

Influence and facilitate change within the practice setting.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will work according to the NMC Code of Professional Standards of Practice and Behavior and relevant professional guidelines and be accountable for their own professional actions.

Promote teamwork within a multi-professional environment as a visible, clinical nurse leader

Ensure planning and delivery of care aligns with the professional values of care, compassion, and respect.

Demonstrate critical analysis and decision-making skills in delivering high-quality, evidence-based care.

Influence and facilitate change within the practice setting.

Person Specification

Qualifications, Experience and Skills

Essential

  • Current NMC registration
  • Evidence of professional development
  • Basic life support up to date
  • Knowledge of patient conditions from different specialities
  • Ability to work within a team and work effectively with others
  • Knowledge appraisal process
  • Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
  • Flexible internal rotation to different areas to the department and trust if required
  • Team Focussed
  • Strong desire to improve standards

Desirable

  • Mentorship Support for Professional Practice (willing to undertake)
  • Same day emergency care experience
  • Venepuncture, Cannulation Taking ECG
  • ILS or ALS
  • Acute medical nursing care, AMU/ED experience
Person Specification

Qualifications, Experience and Skills

Essential

  • Current NMC registration
  • Evidence of professional development
  • Basic life support up to date
  • Knowledge of patient conditions from different specialities
  • Ability to work within a team and work effectively with others
  • Knowledge appraisal process
  • Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
  • Flexible internal rotation to different areas to the department and trust if required
  • Team Focussed
  • Strong desire to improve standards

Desirable

  • Mentorship Support for Professional Practice (willing to undertake)
  • Same day emergency care experience
  • Venepuncture, Cannulation Taking ECG
  • ILS or ALS
  • Acute medical nursing care, AMU/ED experience

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 Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

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 Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Gloucestershire Royal Hospital- AMU

Great Western Road

Gloucester

GL1 3NN


Employer's website

https://www.gloshospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Gloucestershire Royal Hospital- AMU

Great Western Road

Gloucester

GL1 3NN


Employer's website

https://www.gloshospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Ward Manager AMU

Abigail Coburn

abi.coburn@nhs.net

03004228584

Details

Date posted

08 April 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£32,073 to £39,043 a year (pa, pro rata if part-time)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

318-26-T0217

Job locations

Gloucestershire Royal Hospital- AMU

Great Western Road

Gloucester

GL1 3NN


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