Northern Lincolnshire and Goole NHS Foundation Trust

Staff Nurse - Paediatric Emergency Nursing Team

The closing date is 07 May 2025

Job summary

JOIN OUR GROWING TEAM

Are you a passionate and skilled Registered Children's Nurse looking for an exciting opportunity to shape paediatric emergency care?

Our dedicated Paediatric Emergency Nursing (PEN) team is growing, and we're seeking enthusiastic Band 5 nurses to play a vital role in providing exceptional care to children attending the Emergency Care Centre (ECC) at Scunthorpe General Hospital.

Imagine:

Being at the forefront of paediatric emergency care: Working closely with our Paediatric Assessment Units (PAU) and providing crucial in-reach support within the ECC.
Collaborating with a supportive multi-disciplinary team: Partnering with PAU nurses, ECC staff, medical professionals, and safeguarding experts to ensure a joined-up approach to care.
Championing safe and effective care, 24/7: Contributing to a service that prioritizes the well-being of children around the clock.
Making a tangible impact on patient journeys: Ensuring timely discharge or seamless transfer to the appropriate care setting.
Investing in your professional growth: Learning from experienced colleagues and developing the competencies of all ECC nurses.
Becoming a respected role model: Leading by example and fostering positive patient experiences.

Main duties of the job

What you'll be doing:

As a Band 5 Paediatric Nurse in our PEN team, you will:

Provide high-quality, child-centered care to patients and their families within the ECC.
Act as a vital link between the ECC and PAU, ensuring seamless care transitions.
Be a strong advocate for acutely unwell children and their carers.
Demonstrate kindness, respect, and the courage to challenge practice to meet the unique needs of children.
Contribute to a "flying squad" model, bringing paediatric expertise directly to the ECC.

What we're looking for:

A Registered Children's Nurse with a minimum of 1 year of post-registration nursing experience.
A passion for providing excellent care to children in an emergency setting.
A team player with strong communication and collaboration skills.
(Desirable) Experience working with children in an ECC and/or Paediatric Assessment Unit (full training provided for minor injuries).

Your Work-Life Balance Matters:

Our service currently operates between 08:00 and 23:00, with shift patterns designed to support your well-being: 08:00 to 20:30 and 10:30 to 23:00 (11.5-hour shifts with a 1-hour unpaid break). We ensure you won't be scheduled for consecutive late and early shifts.

About us

Join the Humber Health Partnership - Where Your Contribution is Valued:

Be part of one of the largest and most ambitious NHS partnerships in the region, committed to delivering world-class care. We value innovation, encourage best practice, and live by our values of Compassion, Honesty, Respect, and Teamwork. We are dedicated to recruiting the best talent and offer a supportive and inclusive working environment with a strong focus on flexible working to enhance your health, wellbeing, and work-life balance.

Date posted

23 April 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£29,970 to £36,483 a year pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

208-824D7C-25-6

Job locations

Scunthorpe

Scunthorpe General Hospital

Scunthorpe

DN15 7BH

Job description

Job responsibilities

Join the Humber Health Partnership - Where Your Contribution is Valued:

Be part of one of the largest and most ambitious NHS partnerships in the region, committed to delivering world-class care. We value innovation, encourage best practice, and live by our values of Compassion, Honesty, Respect and Teamwork. We are dedicated to recruiting the best talent and offer a supportive and inclusive working environment with a strong focus on flexible working to enhance your health, wellbeing, and work-life balance.

Ready to make a difference?

For more detailed information, please see the job description linked below.

To learn more about NHS Humber Health Partnerships and the fantastic benefits we offer, visit our recruitment website: join.humberhealthpartnership.nhs.uk Humber Health Partnership Recruitment Website

To learn more about The Humber Health Partnership anddiscover the unique benefits on offer to employees, view our latest videos, plus more, please visit our recruitment website at https://join.humberhealthpartnership.nhs.uk/

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We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children/vulnerable adults and expect the same commitment from all staff and volunteers.

Please be aware that all new employees starting work with us will be charged for the cost of their DBS check, if it is required for their role.

For more detailed information, please read the job description linked below.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Join the Humber Health Partnership - Where Your Contribution is Valued:

Be part of one of the largest and most ambitious NHS partnerships in the region, committed to delivering world-class care. We value innovation, encourage best practice, and live by our values of Compassion, Honesty, Respect and Teamwork. We are dedicated to recruiting the best talent and offer a supportive and inclusive working environment with a strong focus on flexible working to enhance your health, wellbeing, and work-life balance.

Ready to make a difference?

For more detailed information, please see the job description linked below.

We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children/vulnerable adults and expect the same commitment from all staff and volunteers.

Please be aware that all new employees starting work with us will be charged for the cost of their DBS check, if it is required for their role.

For more detailed information, please read the job description linked below.

Person Specification

Education & Qualifications

Essential

oRegistered Sick Children's Nurse/RN(Child) currently validated on the NMC register

Desirable

oFirst Level degree (HEI 6)
oRelevant specialist post basic education e.g A&E Course,
oAdvanced Paediatric Life Support provider

Occuptional Experience

Essential

oExperience of working on own and as part of a team
oEvidence of commitment to personal development
o Minimum of 1 year post registration working in paediatrics

Desirable

oPrevious ECC/PAU experience

Person Specification

Education & Qualifications

Essential

oRegistered Sick Children's Nurse/RN(Child) currently validated on the NMC register

Desirable

oFirst Level degree (HEI 6)
oRelevant specialist post basic education e.g A&E Course,
oAdvanced Paediatric Life Support provider

Occuptional Experience

Essential

oExperience of working on own and as part of a team
oEvidence of commitment to personal development
o Minimum of 1 year post registration working in paediatrics

Desirable

oPrevious ECC/PAU 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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

Northern Lincolnshire and Goole NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Scunthorpe

Scunthorpe General Hospital

Scunthorpe

DN15 7BH

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Northern Lincolnshire and Goole NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Scunthorpe

Scunthorpe General Hospital

Scunthorpe

DN15 7BH

Employer's website

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